Article B5.2.2
Pit Exit Opening for Reconnaissance Laps
Sporting Regulations
Article B5.2.2
Pit Exit Opening for Reconnaissance Laps
Chapter: B5
In Simple Terms
Before the race officially starts, all drivers are allowed to leave the pit lane and do practice laps to familiarize themselves with track conditions. When leaving the pit lane during this time, drivers must maintain a steady speed and constant throttle—no accelerating or decelerating.
- Pit exit opens before the formation lap begins for reconnaissance laps
- All cars can participate, including those starting from the pit lane
- Drivers must travel at constant speed with constant throttle when leaving the pit lane
- This applies to each race weekend's TTCS (Timed Top 10 Shoot-Out or similar timed qualifying session)
Official FIA Text
Prior to the scheduled start of the formation lap for each TTCS the pit exit will be opened and all Cars, including any that are required to start the TTCS from the Pit Lane, will be permitted to leave the Pit Lane to cover reconnaissance lap(s). All drivers going to the pit exit at this time must do so at a constant speed and with constant throttle.
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