Infinite Flight Pattern

[Jan_W]

Hi there,
I have to do traffic patterns with ATC for an exam. What do I have to say about the ATC. Do I have to give him position information or does he tell me when I have to do something?

[KaiM]

Just fly normal patterns :)

[TimShan05]

This is a good read.

How to fly a (visual) pattern

A pattern can be flown in different ways. First of all, you will be cleared to fly a left or right hand pattern. This is straightforward: if you are cleared to make a left hand pattern all your turns will be to the left and if you are cleared to fly a right hand pattern all your turns will be to the right. To inform the tower that you want to remain in the pattern you will communicate when you request take off: “callsign XXX ready for take off runway XX, remaining in the pattern” What does a …

It’s pretty ancient, but that doesn’t stop it from being helpful.

[AsternAviation]

This one is much more recent and may be of some assistance:

Pattern Work Tutorial

Whether you’re a B747 captain or private pilot, we all began our journey in the traffic pattern! While there are subtle differences around the world, the traffic pattern is a universal staple of flying. Join Tyler as he flies you through a standard US traffic pattern in the 172, offers tips, and helps you master a fundamental skill for any student pilot to have! Click below to tune in! [Facebook (1)]

[MDKennedy]

i report my position when i am abeam the numbers and have not heard from ATC. That way they know to keep an eye out

[KaiM]

Also report your position when you are doing a full stop so the controller knows. But only once.