How should a pilot reverse course to establish on the inbound course of the ILS RWY 9 after being radar vectored to EXPAM?

To reverse course and establish on the inbound course of the ILS RWY 9 after being radar vectored to EXPAM, making an appropriate entry into the holding pattern at EXPAM INT is the best choice.

A holding pattern is designed to provide a safe and organized way for aircraft to make turns and re-establish their approach to the runway. In this scenario, the pilot has been vectored to a point at which a holding pattern is established, allowing for a structured way to turn back toward the inbound course without getting disoriented or deviating from standard procedures.

Making an appropriate entry into the holding pattern at EXPAM gives the pilot the chance to adjust their heading carefully and monitor their position relative to the inbound course. This method ensures that they regain situational awareness and allows for a safe transition back onto the ILS approach path. By holding, the pilot can effectively manage their timing and altitude while waiting for clearance to proceed inbound, thereby maintaining adherence to controlled airspace procedures.

Continuing straight until instructed may lead to a misalignment with the desired inbound course and potentially put the aircraft in conflict with other traffic or airspace constraints. A 180-degree turn might not be the most efficient means of reversing course, as it may not