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Which everyday flight path does the rectangular course maneuver copy?

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  1. A holding pattern for instrument flight
  2. The airport traffic pattern
  3. A VOR to VOR cross-country leg

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References

  1. Airplane Flying Handbook FAA-H-8083-3C, Chapter 7 Ground Reference Maneuvers www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/airplane_handbook/08_afh_ch7.pdf Checked 2026-10-09.

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