What is the maximum airspeed allowed for civil turbojet aircraft in a holding pattern above 14,000 feet?

The maximum airspeed allowed for civil turbojet aircraft in a holding pattern above 14,000 feet is 265 knots. This speed limitation is designed to help maintain safe separation from other air traffic and ensure the effectiveness of air traffic control in managing aircraft in a holding pattern.

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations specify that turbojet aircraft must comply with certain speed restrictions during specific flight maneuvers, including holding patterns. The reason for the 265-knot limit is to balance the need for operational efficiency while ensuring safety as aircraft maneuver within the prescribed airspace. This regulation helps to standardize operations and promotes a uniform approach to holding patterns across different aircraft types, thereby enhancing air traffic management capabilities.

Understanding these speed limits is critical for pilots operating civil turbojet aircraft, especially at higher altitudes where the airspace can become congested and where maintaining appropriate speeds is essential for safety and compliance with air traffic control directives.