Which statement best describes Hold in lieu of a procedure turn?

• A. A hold in lieu is not permitted for descents
• B. It is a holding pattern used in lieu of a procedure turn
• C. It always requires a teardrop entry
• D. It is a standard procedure turn

Answer: (B)

A hold in lieu of a procedure turn is a holding pattern published on the approach that replaces a traditional procedure turn to reverse course and align with the final approach. You establish the hold at the initial approach fix, fly one or more circuits as needed, and then proceed inbound when cleared for the approach. Entry into the hold can be direct, teardrop, or parallel, depending on your position, so you aren’t limited to a teardrop entry every time. It’s not a standard procedure turn; the hold serves as the course-reversal maneuver in lieu of one. Descent to the approach altitude is controlled by your clearance and the published altitudes, not by the hold itself.