Holding time at LHR ?

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Hi folks,
As I am due to start operating from this place shortly can someone give me the low down on how much holding I can expect at different times of the day ?

Thanks,
FTG

[ls_jet2]

Too varied but....

No delay means upto 20 mins holding.

Best to have a good 40 minutes worth of hold fuel in hand I'd say.

[roljoe]

Yes, agree..a min of 40 ' is really the minimum considered when planning LHR..Gatwick, the same...