AIM
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5−4−33
Arrival Procedures
b.
Although the controller will not specifically
state that “timed approaches are in progress,” the
assigning of a time to depart the final approach fix
inbound (nonprecision approach) or the outer marker
or fix used in lieu of the outer marker inbound
(precision approach) is indicative that timed
approach procedures are being utilized, or in lieu of
holding, the controller may use radar vectors to the
Final Approach Course to establish a mileage interval
between aircraft that will ensure the appropriate time
sequence between the final approach fix/outer marker
or fix used in lieu of the outer marker and the airport.
c.
Each pilot in an approach sequence will be given
advance notice as to the time they should leave the
holding point on approach to the airport. When a time
to leave the holding point has been received, the pilot
should adjust the flight path to leave the fix as closely