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the remainder of the outbound leg, then turn toward the maneuvering side to reverse
course.
Figure 13.9. PT Fix Altitude.
13.6.5. Timing. Begin timing once you are outbound abeam the procedure turn fix. If
you cannot determine the abeam position while in the turn, start timing after
completing the outbound turn.
13.6.6. Descent. Do not descend from the procedure turn fix altitude (published or
assigned) until you are abeam the procedure turn fix heading outbound. If you cannot
determine when you are abeam, start your descent after completing the outbound turn.
Do not descend from the procedure turn completion altitude until you are established
on the inbound segment of the approach.
13.7. The 45°/180° and the 80°/260° Course Reversals. Two other methods you may use
to accomplish a procedure turn approach are the 45°/180° and the 80°/260° course reversal
maneuvers. The procedures for flying each maneuver are identical with the exception of the
actual course reversal.
13.7.1. Entry. Upon reaching the procedure turn fix, turn in the shortest direction to
intercept the procedure turn course outbound. You may use normal lead points if
practical.