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Sample test figure: Runway holding position sign (26-8)

FAA-CT-8080-2H · Sport, Recreational, Private & Remote Pilot supplement · asked on the Private Pilot Helicopter test

Sample test figureRunway holding position sign (26-8)FAA-CT-8080-2H · Sport, Recreational, Private & Remote Pilot supplement
How to read it: White on red = mandatory holding position for runway 26-8. A turn here puts you on the runway: do not cross without clearance.

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  1. Question 1 · Private Pilot Helicopter

    A left turn at this intersection would place the aircraft

    • A.ready for a runway 26 intersection takeoff.
    • B.on the taxiway leading to runway 26.
    • C.ready for a runway 8 intersection takeoff.
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    Correct: C. ready for a runway 8 intersection takeoff.

    On a runway holding position sign such as '26-8', AIM 2-3-8 explains that the number on the left is the runway whose threshold lies to the left. Turning left therefore takes you toward the runway 26 threshold, which means you are pointed in the direction of runway 8 and ready for a runway 8 intersection takeoff. The sign marks the runway itself, not a taxiway leading to it.

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