gate-hold procedures

gate-hold procedures

A procedure at selected airports that holds aircraft at the gate, or another ground location, whenever a departure delay exceeds or is expected to exceed 15 min. The sequence for departure is maintained in accordance with the initial call-up unless modified by flow-control restrictions. Pilots monitor the ground control clearance delivery frequency for engine start information and advisories or a new proposed start or taxi time if the delay changes.

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