Article B5.8.1
Aborted Start Procedure
Sporting Regulations
Article B5.8.1
Aborted Start Procedure
Chapter: B5
In Simple Terms
If something unsafe happens before the race officially starts, the Race Director can cancel the start attempt. Orange lights flash and an 'ABORTED START' message appears on the board to tell everyone. Teams are then allowed back on the grid to prepare for the next start attempt.
- Race Director has authority to abort a start if safety concerns arise
- Orange lights and 'ABORTED START' board signal the cancellation to all competitors
- Team personnel are permitted to access the grid while waiting for the new start time
- A new start time is announced before the next start procedure begins
Official FIA Text
If a problem arises before TTCS start that could endanger the start, Race Director may decide to abort. Orange lights illuminated, 'ABORTED START' board displayed and message sent to all Competitors. Team personnel permitted access to grid until new start time announced.
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