Article B4.1.2
LTCS Red Flag Procedure
Sporting Regulations
Article B4.1.2
LTCS Red Flag Procedure
Chapter: ARTICLE B4: LAP TIME CLASSIFIED SESSIONS
In Simple Terms
If the Race Director needs to stop a race session, red flags are shown at all marshal posts around the track. All drivers must immediately slow down and carefully drive back to the pit lane.
- Red flags are displayed at every marshal post to signal a mandatory race stoppage
- Drivers must reduce speed immediately upon seeing the red flag
- All cars must proceed slowly and safely back to pit lane
- The Race Director has sole authority to order a red flag procedure
Official FIA Text
Should it become necessary to stop any LTCS, Race Director will order red flags at all marshal posts. Cars must immediately reduce speed and proceed slowly back to Pit Lane.
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