Which statement best describes the direction of waveoffs at KNDZ when Runway 5 is active?

Which statement best describes the direction of waveoffs at KNDZ when Runway 5 is active?

• A. The waveoff is always executed with a left turn
• B. The required turning direction depends on landing spot: left for spots 2 and 3, right for spot 1
• C. Waveoffs do not require turning
• D. The waveoff direction is determined by the pilot's preference

Answer: (B)

Waveoffs at KNDZ with Runway 5 active follow the landing spot you used, to keep you safely in the established pattern and clear of the active approach path. The pattern design requires a left turn after a waveoff for landing spots 2 and 3, but a right turn if you used landing spot 1. This ensures you rejoin the pattern in the correct direction and avoid conflicts with inbound or departing traffic. Waveoffs are not governed by a universal left-hand rule or pilot preference; they are spot-dependent and serve to maintain orderly traffic flow.

Waveoffs at KNDZ with Runway 5 active follow the landing spot you used, to keep you safely in the established pattern and clear of the active approach path. The pattern design requires a left turn after a waveoff for landing spots 2 and 3, but a right turn if you used landing spot 1. This ensures you rejoin the pattern in the correct direction and avoid conflicts with inbound or departing traffic. Waveoffs are not governed by a universal left-hand rule or pilot preference; they are spot-dependent and serve to maintain orderly traffic flow.