Article B5.1.9
Pit Wall Personnel During Start
Sporting Regulations
Article B5.1.9
Pit Wall Personnel During Start
Chapter: B5
In Simple Terms
During the start of a race, teams must keep their pit wall clear of unnecessary people. Only authorized team staff, race officials, and fire marshals are allowed in this area unless the Race Director gives special permission.
- Pit wall must be kept clear during the race start
- Only specific team personnel listed in Article B1.6.8 are permitted
- Race officials and fire marshals are always allowed
- Race Director can authorize exceptions on a case-by-case basis
Official FIA Text
Unless specifically authorised by the Race Director, during the start of any TTCS the pit wall must be kept free of all persons with the exception of the team personnel permitted under Article B1.6.8, officials and fire marshals.
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