2015 MSA Formula Sporting Regulations
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1. 2 5 1 2 5 2 competitor is under 18 Qualification Practice Should any practice session be disrupted the Clerk of the Course shall not be obliged to resume the session or re run the session the decision of the Clerk of the Course shall be final Each driver shall complete a minimum of 3 laps in the car to be raced and in the correct session in order to qualify MSA Regulation Q 4 5 Grids The grid for each race will be formed in accordance with and up to the maximum number of starters permitted by the MSA Circuit Licence for that venue Race 1 Grid positions will be determined from the fastest lap recorded by drivers during the official qualifying session Race 2 The grid will be derived from the order of the classified finishers list of Race 1 The first ten finishers in Race 1 will be reversed to form the grid of Race 2 with the rest of the field starting in their Race 1 finishing position Therefore the winner of Race 1 will start in 10 position on the grid for Race 2 If fewer than 20 cars are listed on the classified finishers list the first 50 of classified finishers will start Race 2 in reverse order The greater number of cars will be in the second part of the grid Retirements will be placed at the back of the grid in reverse order of retirement Race 3 Grid positions will be determined from the second fastest lap recorded by that driver during the official qualifying session Should two or more drivers have set ide2. Championship Eligibility Scrutineers prior to the start of the first qualifying session It is the competitor s responsibility to ensure that the tyre serial numbers to be used during the event are correctly recorded on the nomination form The Officials appointed for the race will at any time during the Event conduct spot checks Non compliance with this provision will be sanctioned by the Race Officials up to exclusion from the race Pre heating and any modification or treatment or the application of solvents altering the tyres compound are strictly forbidden Tyres may only be inflated with air or nitrogen Should any qualifying session or race be declared wet tyres will not be limited If wet tyres are used the rain light must be switched on The replacement of any tyre is subject to the prior mutual agreement of the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer and a representative of Hankook Tyres Any damaged or punctured tyre will be replaced on a like for like basis and both tyres must presented before any approval may be given Page 18 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy 4 13 13 4 13 14 4 13 15 4 13 15 1 4 13 15 2 413 153 4 13 15 4 4 13 15 5 4 13 15 6 4 13 15 7 4 13 16 4 13 16 1 4 13 16 2 4 13 16 3 Only tyres nominated for that event are permitted in the pitlane during official qualifying sessions and races At the dis
3. 1 6 5 1 6 6 1 6 7 1 6 8 191021 22 23 August Knockhill BARC 22to24 5 6 September Rockingham ISCC BARC 25to27 26 27 September Silverstone National BARC 28 to 30 10 11 October Brands Hatch GP BARC Scoring Points will be awarded to the Competitors registered for the Championship listed as classified finishers in the Final Results for each race as follows 25 Bilis Bo Bo th th th th th 10 6 8 7 6 8 4 9 2 10 1 All other finishers 1 point Fastest lap in each race 1 point Achieving the fastest time in the qualifying session 5 points The title of 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Champion of Great Britain will be awarded to the driver with the highest number of Driver Championship Points from all qualifying rounds run less any penalty points incurred in accordance with Article 3 2 2 Ties shall be resolved using the formula in W 1 3 4 in the current MSA yearbook Where the race distance has been reduced it shall still count as a full points scoring round Rookie Class Cup In addition registered drivers who have never previously raced a car of any type will be eligible to score points for the Rookie Class Cup Points will be awarded to all Rookie class competitors listed as classified finishers in class in the Final Results for each race as follows fn 25 ais Bs 12 th th h th th 10 6 8 7 6 s 4 9 2 10 1 All oth
4. 2 2 2 7 3 2 7 4 2 7 4 1 2 7 4 2 2 8 2 8 1 Any cars removed from the grid after the 1 minute stage or driven into the pits on the Green Flag lap shall be held in the pitlane and may start the race after the last car has passed the startline or pitlane exit whichever is the later to take the start from the grid Any driver unable to start the Green Flag Lap or start are required to indicate their situation as per MSA Regulation Q 12 13 2 In addition any driver unable to maintain grid positions on the Green Flag Lap to the extent that ALL other cars are ahead of them may complete the Green Flag Lap but MUST remain at the rear of the last row of the grid but ahead of any cars to be started with a time delay In the event of any starting lights failure the Starter will revert to using the National Flag Session Red Flag Should the need arise to stop any race or practice RED LIGHTS will be switched on at the startline and RED FLAGS will be displayed at the startline and at all Marshals Signalling Points around the circuit This is the signal for all drivers to cease circulating at racing speeds to slow to a safe and reasonable pace and to return to the pitlane during practice and to the starting grid area during a race unless otherwise directed by officials Cars may not enter the pits unless directed to do so Work on cars already in the Pits must cease when a race is stopped Pits Paddock amp Pitlane Safety
5. R2 will remain in the camera until 1 hour prior to Race 3 At this point card R3 should be installed Card R3 should remain in the camera until 90 minutes after the completion of Race 3 If there are any problems then immediately contact the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer If your Memory Card is required by the Clerk of the Course or Stewards then a replacement Memory Card may be supplied by the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer The Championship Clerk of the Course reserves the right to impose an appropriate penalty on the competitor should i the camera not be switched on ii the memory card be tampered with swapped or taken out iii the camera or memory card be deliberately damaged iv no camera data be made available on request for whatever reason This penalty may be up to and including a 10 place grid penalty at the following race or 20 Championship Points at final race of the year If a Driver does not have an operational On Board Judicial Camera or a memory card in his Camera at the start of the event they may not be allowed to race Only footage from the cameras requested by the Clerk of the Course will be viewed Competitors are requested not to bring cameras to the Clerk of the Course Any footage gained from the Judicial Camera must be made available to the nominated film production company before the conclusion of the Event Teams Entrants are reminded that all footage obtained from the 2015 MSA Form
6. The result of either Analysis or Comparison tyre testing will be reported to the MSA or its authorised official and must be communicated to the Clerk of the Course Technical Commissioner s Chief Scrutineer and Eligibility Scrutineer prior to publication C3 1 1 Cost of Testing Unless tyre testing is specifically authorised by the MSA the cost of testing shall be initially borne by the Club organisation or individual requesting the test However whenever the conclusion of the testing procedure confirms non compliance then the Entrant shall be ultimately responsible for all costs and fees arising from the testing procedure Where the Entrant chooses to submit a selected sample for testing at a laboratory of their own choice 4 13 16 6 they will be responsible for all charges relating to that testing Vehicle Weight The minimum weight of the car at any time during competition shall be 540kg The minimum weight of the car plus driver at any time during competition shall be 615kg Fuel Tank Fuel Fuel Tank amp Location In accordance with e MSA Formula M14 F4 User Manual latest version as listed on msaformula com website e MSA Formula M14 F4 Parts Catalogue latest version as listed on msaformula com website e 2015 MSA Formula Technical Regulations e 2015 FIA Formula 4 Technical Regulations Appendix J Article 274 Fuel The championship fuel will be Petrochem Carless Hyperflo 300 The use of this Championship fuel is mandatory
7. 2015 FIA Formula 4 Technical Regulations Appendix J Article 274 4 13 Tyres 4 13 1 Only the dry weather tyres which have been supplied at that event by the appointed supplier Mr Tyre Motorsport Ltd of the following measurements and product number may be used throughout the event Pattern Size Specification No Front Tyre Slick 180 550R13 F200 C92 Rear Tyre Slick 240 570R13 F200 C92 Page 17 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy 4 13 2 4 13 3 4 13 4 4 13 5 4 13 6 4 13 7 4 13 8 4 13 9 4 13 10 4 13 11 4 13 12 Front Tyre Wet 180 550R13 Z206 W52 Rear Tyre Wet 240 570R13 Z207 W52 The organisers reserve the right to amend these specifications Competitors may transport wet weather tyres from one Event to another provided they were allocated to them by the appointed supplier Each new tyre used must be to the specification as supplied by Hankook Any modification or treatment including cutting grooving the application of water solvents or softeners the use of heat retaining and or cooling devices or pre heating cooling is prohibited This applies to both wet weather and dry weather tyres Only tyres bearing the Championship Identification Mark may be used during all Official Testing qualifying and race sessions for each event For the whole duration of the event no a
8. during all Official Testing Qualifying and Races It is not permitted to inject or use any fuel or additive other than that specified in these Regulations Fuel samples may be taken at any time during or after Official Testing qualifying or races to be analysed for conformity To facilitate the taking of fuel samples and to confirm the minimum fuel remaining fuel may only be obtained via an FIA approved dry break coupling and fitted pipe minimum length 300mm A minimum of 3 litres of fuel must remain in the car when it arrives in Parc Ferm at the end of each qualifying session and or race Should tests prove that the fuel sample is not that specified for the championship or there is insufficient fuel remaining in the car minimum 3 litres then the competitor will be deemed to be in breach of these championship regulations The organisers reserve the right to nominate an alternative fuel in the event of force majeure Page 21 MSA 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy 4 16 Silencing The vehicle must comply with MSA Regulations J 5 17 and J 5 18 at all times 4 17 Numbers Decals 4 17 1 Competition numbers must be displayed in accordance with MSA Regulation J 4 Numbers must have a minimum digit height of 6 25 or 165mm stroke width 1 or 25mm bordered by minimum of 1 or 25mm of white backing panel Cars competing in the Rookie Class must display their competit
9. e A tm Version Published Copy 1 SPORTING REGULATIONS GENERAL 1 1 Title amp Jurisdiction The 2015 MSA Formula certified by FIA powered by Ford EcoBoost is organised by the British Racing amp Sports Car Club BRSCC and promoted by Racingline Limited and Ford Motor Company in accordance with the General Regulations the of Royal Automobile Club Motor Sports Association incorporating the provisions of the International Sporting Code of the FIA these Championship Regulations and the Commercial Undertakings as issued by Racingline Limited MSA Championship Permit No CH2015 R005 Race Status National A MSA Championship Grade B The BRSCC reserve the right to amend or vary the Sporting Regulations in accordance with MSA Regulation D 11 1 3 at any time before or during the Championship and further issue additional statements concerning the Regulations from time to time subject to MSA approval and all such statements will be issued by Championship Bulletin to the MSA and to all registered competitors by email or by post to the address detailed on the Registration Form or by delivery to the competitor by hand It is a condition of entry into the championship that all competitors teams team members and persons associated with any of the above agree to be bound by the Regulations including any amendments variations or statements relating thereto 1 2 Officials 121 Championship Co ordinator Penny Mattocks 1 2 2 Champion
10. i Version Published Copy 21353 2 13 4 2 13 5 2 13 6 2 13 7 2 13 8 2131 2 14 Competitors will be issued with four SD cards for each car identified as follows Memory Cards will be marked Car number Q Car number R1 etc e g 1Q 1R1 182 183 All Memory Cards remain the property of Racingline Limited but may be retained by the competitor for the season it is their responsibility to ensure they are fitted to the correct car as detailed in these regulations Any Memory Cards lost damaged or broken must be replaced like for like by the competitor at their cost at the soonest opportunity If your Memory Card is required by the Clerk of the Course or Stewards then the next designated card should be inserted into the camera Qualifying For the qualifying session Memory Card Q must be installed in the camera It is then the responsibility of the Entrant to start their respective camera prior to the start of the Qualifying session and to ensure it is recording If there are any problems then immediately contact the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer At the completion of qualifying the Memory Card marked Q must remain in the camera until 1 hour prior to Race 1 Races Prior to Race 1 Memory Card R1 should be installed At the end of Race 1 the card R1 will remain in the camera until 1 hour prior to Race2 At this point card R2 will be installed At the completion of Race 2 the card
11. possible for a driver to take this penalty in full for example the engine change happening during the final Event or a driver withdrawing from following Events the organisers will amend this grid place penalty to become a 7 point deduction from their Championship points total including Rookie Class points if applicable for each of any of the three races that the driver could not take his grid place penalty therefore up to 21 points for three races 4 7 6 4 A penalty will not be incurred for an engine revision and or replacement if the organisers are satisfied that an engine has been genuinely damaged following an accident on the track Once any such engine has been repaired or replaced it may be re fitted to the original chassis without incurring a penalty 4 7 6 5 A penalty will not be incurred for an engine revision and or replacement if the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer deems an engine performance variation failure to be a no fault cause or manufacturing defect and request that the organisers permit the revision and or replacement without any Championship Penalty Once any such engine has been repaired or replaced it may be re fitted to the original chassis without incurring a penalty 4 7 6 6 A penalty will not be incurred for the fitment of an Engine leased by the Championship Engine Supplier for a single Event the use of which has been authorised for that Event by the Championship Eligibility Scruitneer providing this Engine does
12. the competitor at their own expense to present the car at any other premises chosen by the organisers for detailed examination within a specified period and or remove the car by transporter at no expense to the competitor to an appointed location The competitor will be advised in writing of the time date and location of the subsequent testing or eligibility examination Competitors will be personally and solely responsible for ensuring that their cars comply with their registration details and with these Regulations for each event at which they are entered Failure to comply in either respect will be a breach of these Regulations Queries concerning eligibility should be referred in writing to the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer at least seven days prior to an event entered to permit a ruling in advance of any meeting at which it is intended to compete Safety Requirements The following Articles of MSA Section K Safety Criteria Regulations will apply unless specified otherwise in the current FIA Formula 4 Technical Regulations Appendix J Article 274 and or the current MSA Formula Technical Regulations K 1 K 1 4 K 1 6 3 K 1 6 4 K 2 1 2 K 2 1 3 K 3 K 4 K 5 K 6 K 7 K 8 K 9 K 10 K 11 and K 13 Frontal Head Restraint The use of a Frontal Head Restraint device is mandatory in accordance with MSA Regulation Q 10 1 e Flame Resistant Clothing Drivers must wear flame resistant clothing in accordan
13. 1 2 10 2 2 11 2 12 2 13 2 13 1 2 13 2 v keep their helmets on and harnesses done up while on the circuit or in the pitlane Parc Ferm At the end of each qualifying session race all cars must return immediately to Parc Ferm No work on the cars of any kind is permitted No data may be downloaded No team personnel are permitted to enter the Parc Ferm area unless authorised to do so by the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer Results All Practice Timesheets Grids Race Results are to be deemed PROVISIONAL until all vehicles are released by Scrutineers after Post Practice Race Scrutineering and or after completion of any Judicial or Technical Procedures MSA Regulation D 26 3 Timing Modules All competitors will be required to fit Electronic Self Identification Modules to their cars for the purposes of accurate timing Holders for these and detailed fitting instructions will be issued with the transponders and it will be the responsibility of the competitor to fit these in the car in the position and manner specified The Modules must be in place and functioning correctly for all Championship Official Testing Qualifying Practice sessions and Races The setting and servicing of these items must only be carried out by properly authorised MSA licensed Timekeepers Competitors will be charged by the timing company for replacement of the Modules due to misuse or loss at any time during the season Competitors may not
14. 4 F4 User Manual latest version as listed on msaformula com website 9 MSA Formula M14 F4 Parts Catalogue latest version as listed on msaformula com website e 2015 MSA Formula Technical Regulations e 2015 FIA Formula 4 Technical Regulations Appendix J Article 274 Specifications detailed in the User Manual and Parts Catalogue will take precedence 4 2 General Description 4 2 1 The 2015 MSA Formula is solely for Mygale M14 F4 FIA homologation number will be notified by Championship Bulletin Formula 4 cars powered by the Ford 1600 EcoBoost engine homologation number will be notified by Championship Bulletin which must comply at all times with the Regulation Documents defined in 4 1 1 Each car s MSA Race Technical Passport document for that chassis must be available for presentation at any point during each event 4 2 2 Examination Of Vehicles The organisers in addition to any other powers they may have under these Regulations reserve the right before or after any race in the championship to designate any one or more of the competing cars for special eligibility scrutineering Upon such election being made the competitor shall immediately place the car under the control of the organisers and be deemed to have permitted all such scrutineering examination and testing as the organisers may responsibly require to undertake The organisers have the right to a Examine the car at the circuit for such period as they may reasonably requi
15. AZSA ceATIFiep BY FIA SSS POWERED BY FORDEcoBoost 2015 MSA FORMULA CERTIFIED BY FIA POWERED BY FORD ECOBOOST SPORTING REGULATIONS OFNI 2015 MSA FORMULA CERTIFIED BY FIA POWERED BY FORD ECOBOOST The first step on the ladder from karting to Formula 1 The world of single seater racing has undergone a radical shift in the last decade as more formulae come and go making the path to Formula 1 more confusing than ever In an attempt to clearly set out the path the FIA has created Formula 4 The 2015 MSA Formula certified by FIA powered by Ford EcoBoost will transform the junior motorsport scene in Britain with the FIA and MSA ensuring consistent organisation technical fairness sporting relevancy and stability for teams and drivers alike With its place on BTCC Britain s premier motorsport package MSA Formula will become the sole regular single seater support championship for the BTCC s programme with three races at each of the ten TOCA organised Events plus the benefit of live TV coverage The thirty race format provides young drivers with the maximum track time balanced with value for budget Combine this with the unrivalled profile and learning opportunities which MSA Formula will provide and the result is a superb springboard to success on the motorsport ladder for new drivers 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost 7 MSA O
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17. Pits amp Paddock Competitors must ensure that the MSA Circuit Management and Organising Club Safety Regulations are complied with at all times Pitlane The outer lane or lanes are to be kept unobstructed to allow safe passage of cars at all times The onus shall be on Drivers to take all due care and respect the pitlane speed limits Refuelling May only be carried out in accordance with the MSA General Regulations the Organising Club Regulations Circuit Management Regulations and the SRs or Final Instructions issued for each Circuit Meeting No refuelling is allowed during a race or qualifying Speed Limit Pit lane speed limit will be 40mph or as notified in the Final Instructions or pre event information bulletin Penalties for exceeding pitlane speed limit During qualifying A fine of a minimum of 100 and or loss of qualify times During a race A time penalty of not less than 10 seconds and or a fine of a minimum of 100 and or a drive through penalty and or exclusion from the race Race Finishes After taking the Chequered Flag drivers are required to i progressively and safely slow down ii remain behind any competitors ahead of them iii return to the pitlane entrance paddock entrance as instructed iv comply with any directions given by Marshals or Officials Page 8 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost_ MSF aT Version Published Copy 2 8 2 2 9 2 10 2 10
18. ampionship Regulations If the result of this test confirms compliance 4 13 17 1 no further action will be taken If the result of this test confirms non compliance 4 13 17 1 the Entrant will be informed and will be given the opportunity to select one of the two remaining sealed samples for testing in their presence If the Entrant chooses not to have a sample tested or if the result of this second confirms noncompliance 4 13 17 1 the tyres will be deemed ineligible and notification given under 4 13 19 If the result of this second test confirms compliance 4 13 17 1 the remaining third sample will be tested the Entrant must be given the opportunity to be present at this test Where testing takes place under 4 13 17 7 the MSA and the Entrant agree that the result of this third test alone will conclusively determine the eligibility of the tyre s 4 13 17 1 Notification will be given under 4 13 19 Storage of Samples Page 20 MSA 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy 4 13 18 1 4 13 18 2 4 13 19 4 13 20 4 13 20 1 4 13 20 2 4 14 4 14 1 4 14 2 4 15 4 15 1 4 15 2 Samples retained by the MSA or its authorised Officials must be stored in a secure location If there is any evidence that any seal and or container has been tampered with then that sample will be deemed to have failed the relevant test Notification of Results
19. and Entrant Drivers must a be current Members of the BRSCC and b be Registered for the Championship and c bein possession of valid MSA Competition Racing National A status Licence as a minimum or i as the Championship has been authorised by the MSA a valid MSA Competition Racing National B licence with the Driver having satisfactorily completed the Advanced ARDS course in accordance with MSA Regulations H 14 2 3 1 or ii as the Championship has been authorised by the MSA to accept Drivers who have achieved their 15 birthday in accordance with MSA Regulation Q3 5 or iii be a Professional driver in possession of a valid Licence featuring an E U flag and medical issued by the ASN of a member country of the European Union or comparable country MSA Regulation H26 2 1 applies d and if participation in the Championship requires absence from education a driver in full time school education is required to have the approval of their head teacher and a letter stating such approval from their school in order to fulfil registration for the Championship A driver shall not take time out of their education to participate in motor sport without the prior written approval of the education establishment th All necessary documentation must be presented for checking at all rounds when signing on Registration All competitors must register for the Championship by returning the Registration Form fully completed with the Registratio
20. any awards the Competitors concerned must return such awards to the organisers in good condition within 7 days Bonuses The organisers reserve the right to provide additional awards for and during the Championship Wherever prize money is payable payment will only be made to the person nominated on that driver s Registration Form unless amended in writing Page 4 f 5 L MSA 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost pn y Version Published Copy In order to qualify for any awards and or bonuses competitors must ensure that they comply with all Championship Regulations including the Commercial Undertakings as published by RacingLine Limited or specific regulations issued concerning the additional awards bonuses Page 5 MSA 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost ia ee FO ea Version Published Copy 2 CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT MEETINGS AND RACE PROCEDURES 21 Entries 211 Competitors are responsible for sending in correct and complete entries with the correct entry fees prior to the entry closing date for entries before each event 2 1 2 Incorrect or incomplete entries including driver to be nominated entries are to be held in abeyance until they are complete and correct and the date of receipt for acceptance of entry purposes shall be the date on which the Secretary of the Meeting receives the missing or corrected information or fee 213 Entries to the final tw
21. ce with FIA Appendix L to the International Sporting Code General Technical Requirements amp Exceptions Chassis In accordance with e MSA Formula M14 F4 User Manual latest version as listed on msaformula com website e MSA Formula M14 F4 Parts Catalogue latest version as listed on msaformula com website e 2015 MSA Formula Technical Regulations e 2015 FIA Formula 4 Technical Regulations Appendix J Article 274 A Registered Chassis will be defined as being one of the 32 chassis allocated pre season by organisers which are permitted to enter the full season of the Championship The Championship Eligibility Scrutineer will maintain the list of MSA Formula M14 F4 Ford registered chassis that are permitted to compete in the championship No Team Entrant may run more than three chassis in the championship unless agreed in writing by the organisers If any one of the registered chassis remain unused for two or more events during the season the organisers reserve the right to withdraw the registered chassis status of that chassis and transfer the registered chassis status rights to another non registered chassis for the remainder of the season Bodywork In accordance with e MSA Formula M14 F4 User Manual latest version as listed on msaformula com website e MSA Formula M14 F4 Parts Catalogue latest version as listed on msaformula com website e 2015 MSA Formula Technical Regulations Page 14 MSA 2015 MSA Formula Certifi
22. cretion of the organisers a tyre Parc Ferm may be established at any event at any time In this case the tyres will be made available to competitors in the tyre Parc Ferm no later than 60 minutes before the qualifying session and or races Competitors will deliver the tyres back to the same place no later than 20 minutes after opening hours of the tyre parc ferm established for official qualifying session and each race All tyres when under the control of a team must remain visible within the team s designated garage area at all times during circuit open hours of an event Procedure for the Testing of Tyres Tyre testing may be carried out at any time before during or after a Competition on the instructions of the Clerk of the Course Technical Commissioner Chief Scrutineer Eligibility Scrutineer or Steward The Clerk of the Course must always be notified of the intention to carry out tyre testing New unused MSA approved fuel sample containers or other containers approved by the MSA capable of being sealed by the authorised sampling official must always be used for the storage of tyre rubber samples Where there is the possibility that the tyre s may have picked up rubber from the track surface the entrant shall be permitted or may be required by the Eligibility or Chief Scrutineer to remove the pick up from the tyre s with a mechanical device such as a scraper Rubber residue from the cleaning process must be c
23. e Entrant is entitled to select one of the samples for their retention the Entrant s Sample and to nominate a testing laboratory on the list of the United Kingdom Accreditation Service UKAS for the independent testing of that sample if required as per 4 13 16 6 The remaining two samples must be delivered by the organisers to the MSA normally within 10 days of the Page 19 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy 4 13 16 4 4 13 16 5 4 13 16 6 4 13 16 7 4 13 16 8 4 13 16 9 4 13 17 4 13 17 1 4 13 17 2 4 13 17 3 4 13 17 4 4 13 17 5 4 13 17 6 4 13 17 7 4 13 17 8 4 13 18 event The MSA will then select one of these two samples at random and arrange testing of the selected sample at a laboratory on the UKAS list or a laboratory approved by another ASN The breaking of the seal must be witnessed by a representative of the MSA The result of this MSA first test will be notified pursuant to 4 13 19 If the result of this MSA first test confirms noncompliance 4 13 16 1 the Entrant may within 14 days of being notified of this non compliance 4 13 16 5 submit the Entrant s Sample for testing at the laboratory nominated by them 4 13 16 2 and at their expense 4 13 20 2 The Entrant must be given the opportunity to be present at this test and the test including the breaking of the seal s must be witnessed by a representativ
24. e of the MSA If the Entrant does not submit the Entrant s Sample for testing within the said 14 days 4 13 16 6 or if the result of their test confirms non compliance 4 13 16 1 the tyre s will be deemed ineligible and notification will be given under 4 13 19 If the result of the Entrant s test confirms compliance 4 13 16 1 then the MSA will arrange for the remaining third sample to be tested by a laboratory on the UKAS list not previously used in this particular testing process The Entrant must be given the opportunity to be present at this test and the test including the breaking of the seal s must be witnessed by a representative of the MSA Where testing takes place under 4 13 16 8 the MSA and the Entrant agree that the result of this third test will conclusively determine the compliance or noncompliance of the tyre s 4 13 16 1 Notification will be given under 4 13 19 Comparison Testing The results of all comparison testing will be compared for compliance with the results obtained from a sample taken from the same manufacturer and model of tyre from the same controlled source at the beginning of the Event Comparison testing will only be implemented where tyres for the Event are provided by the organisers for all competitors in the class es from a single controlled source One sample selected at random will be tested on site by an MSA approved official and in accordance with MSA approved procedures subject to Ch
25. ed by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy e 2015 FIA Formula 4 Technical Regulations Appendix J Article 274 4 7 Engine 4 7 1 In accordance with e MSA Formula M14 F4 User Manual latest version as listed on msaformula com website e MSA Formula M14 F4 Parts Catalogue latest version as listed on msaformula com website e 2015 MSA Formula Technical Regulations e 2015 FIA Formula 4 Technical Regulations Appendix J Article 274 4 7 2 The only engines permitted in Championship Events and Official Tests are engines sealed by the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer and supplied on a lease only basis by the appointed Championship Engine Supplier Sodemo Once supplied the engine may not be modified in any way whatsoever except where specifically permitted by these Technical Regulations or with the written permission of the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer 4 7 3 No engine may be used in the championship events or Official Tests if unsealed or if its origin is not recognised by the organisers 4 7 4 Engine Seals 4 7 4 1 The Championship Eligibility Scrutineer will attach seals to each engine prior to it being used for the first time at an event 4 7 4 2 It is the competitor s responsibility to ensure that all seals remain intact Should the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer discover any tampering or seal absence a report of Non Compliance will be submitted to Clerk of the Course Seals must be unto
26. elevision and media interviews Failure to attend a ceremony by any driver who has won an award will be deemed an infringement of these regulations unless prior agreement has been given by the Championship Co ordinator Entertainment Tax Liability In accordance with current Government Legislation the Organisers of every round are legally obliged to withhold tax at the current basic rate on all payments to non UK resident sportsmen sportswomen and account to HMRC using form FEU1 the quarterly return of payments made to non resident entertainers and sportsmen women That is those persons who do not have a normal permanent residence in the UK The UK does not include the Isle of Man Channel Isles or Eire This means that the Organisers of every round are required to deduct tax at the current rate applicable for any such payments they may make to non UK residents Under certain circumstances it is possible for competitors to enter into an agreement with the Inland Revenue to limit tax withheld Any application for such an arrangement must be made in writing and not later than 30 days before their payment is due For further information contact HMRC Personal Tax International Foreign Entertainers Unit St Johns House Merton Road Liverpool L75 1BB Tel 0151 472 6488 Fax 0151 472 6483 Title to all Trophies If Provisional Results or Championship Tables being revised after any presentations and such revisions affect the distribution of
27. ently for each and every further offence relating to the 2015 MSA Formula Championship will then result in a deduction of 3 Championship Points from that driver s Championship score even if this results in a negative score c This deduction will not apply to points awarded in the Teams Cup 3 2 2 In order to maintain standards of conduct the Championship Co ordinator will monitor all officials observers reports of adverse behaviour at race events If any individual or member of his mechanics team sponsor is included in one such report during one racing season they will receive written warning from the Championship Co ordinator that their behaviour is to be specifically observed at future race events Any adverse reports during this period of observation could result in a Championship steward s enquiry with possible loss of Championship points and refusal of further race entries Page 12 MSA 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost 0 0 ee Version Published Copy 4 TECHNICAL REGULATIONS 4 1 Introduction The following Technical Regulations are set out in accordance with the MSA specified format and it should be clearly understood that if the following texts do not clearly specify that you can do it you should work on the principle that you cannot 4 11 MSA Formula is governed by the following Technical Regulatory documents Competitors are required to read and understand e MSA Formula M1
28. er rookie class finishers 1 point Fastest lap by a rookie in each race 1 point Achieving the fastest time in the qualifying session by a rookie class driver 5 points The title of 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Rookie Champion will be awarded to the driver with the highest number of Rookie Class Points from all qualifying rounds run less any penalty points incurred in accordance with Article 3 2 2 Teams Cup In order to be eligible to score points in the Teams Cup the Team must be in possession of a valid MSA Entrants Licence The two fastest registered drivers in the qualifying session from each Team will automatically become the nominated drivers to score points towards the Teams Cup Points will be awarded to these nominated drivers listed as classified finishers ignoring all non nominated drivers in the Final Results of the race as follows Bis EH es CO BDA H i The Teams Cup will be awarded to the Entrant with the highest number of Teams Cup points scored from all qualifying rounds run Nations Cup Points will be awarded to the highest placed registered driver from each country excluding UK listed as a classified finisher in the Final results of the race as follows 25 Beis EA i gt EA io Ee i s E 4 A The Nations Cup will be awarded to that country with the highest number of Nations Cup points scored from all qualifying rounds run A competitor s nat
29. g in the following official test day and their drivers incurring a penalty of five places in the starting positions at each of the three races of the following event in which they participate Page 11 MSA 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy 3 CHAMPIONSHIP RACE PENALTIES In accordance with Section C of the current MSA Yearbook and these Sporting Regulations 3 1 Infringements of Technical Regulations 3 1 1 Arising from post practice Scrutineering or Judicial Action Minimum Penalty The provisions of MSA Regulation C 3 3 31 2 Arising from post race Scrutineering or Judicial Action Minimum Penalty The provisions of MSA Regulation C 3 5 1 a b For infringement deemed to be of a more serious nature the Clerk of the Course and or Stewards of the Meeting are to invoke the provisions of Regulation C 3 5 1 c 3 2 Additional Specific Championship Penalties 3 2 1 In order to emphasise the importance of driving standards in the championship licence penalty points awarded against a competitor in accordance with MSA Regulation C 2 1 5 will be reflected in that competitors championship points total as follows a On the first occasion where licence penalty points are imposed no deduction will be made against a competitor s championship points total b After any first incident in the 2015 season where Penalty Points are applied each Penalty Point imposed subsequ
30. id Places prior to issue of the first Grid Sheets for any round the times set in Qualifying shall determine their grid positions If Reserves are given places after publication of the grid sheet and prior to cars being collected in the Official Assembly Areas they will be placed at the rear of the Grid and be started without any time delay Otherwise they will be held in the pit lane and be released to start the Race after the last car to take the start has passed pit lane exit Approval to start MUST be obtained from the Clerk of the Course 2 110 Reserve Drivers will take precedence in Reserve Number Order over any driver whose qualifying times are disallowed and over any driver who qualifies entirely out of session 2 1 11 Reserve drivers held in the pit lane will be kept in position for 2 complete laps after the start after which they must return to their awning 21 12 refunds will be offered against Championship Registration Fees or Race Entry Fees regardless of circumstance 2 2 Briefings Organisers should notify competitors of the times and locations for all briefings in the Final Instructions for all meetings Competitors must attend all briefings with their Team Manager and or Representative if that FORMULA Page 6 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost 5 L Version Published Copy 2 3 291 2 3 2 2 3 3 2 3 3 1 23 3 2 231319 2 3 3 4 2 4 2 5
31. ion numbers over a yellow backing panel 4 17 2 Branding supplied by the organisers must be displayed in the areas as specified in the Race Car Championship Livery Positions Document contained in the Commercial Undertakings Failure to adhere to this regulation will be deemed to be a breach of these championship regulations and may result in loss of Championship points No car overalls or team branding may carry any form of sponsorship or advertising which conflicts in any way with FIA or MSA guidelines with Ford Motor Company and or its associate companies or championship sponsors Any car overalls or team which do so may not be permitted to take part in the championship The decision of the organisers is final Page 22 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy 5 APPENDICES 5 1 Race Organising Club and Contacts Championship Co ordinator Penny Mattocks Racingline Ltd 4 Quatro Park Tanners Drive Blakelands Milton Keynes MK14 5BP Tel 44 0 8456 805 077 Mobile 44 0 7881 627 123 E Mail p mattocks racingline com Ford Motorsport Technical Manager UK Michael Norton Ford Motor Company Limited Dunton Technical Centre 15 GC H01 C Laindon Basildon Essex 5515 6EE Tel 44 0 1268 405 978 E mail mnorton2 ford com Championship Clerk of the Course David Pierre 99 Atlantic Road Birmingham B44 8LW Mobile 44 0 7889 177 729 E mail david pier
32. ionality will be determined by their passport Should the Driver setting the fastest lap be excluded from the race results for any reason the point for the fastest Page 3 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy 1 7 17 1 1 1 2 1 7 3 1 7 4 1 7 5 1 7 6 1 7 7 race lap will be awarded to the driver who set the next fastest lap If two or more drivers achieve the same fastest lap time each driver will be allocated one point Awards All awards are provided by RacingLine Limited Per Round Trophies for 13 2 and 3 placed Championship drivers Trophies for 1 2 and 3 placed Rookie Class drivers Spirit Award made to any team driver person who demonstrates good sportsmanship or promotion of the Championship or motorsport in general Championship Championship amp Rookie Class Cup Trophies for 13 2 amp 3 placed drivers Teams Cup Trophy for winner Nations Cup Trophy for winner Trophies will be provided for presentation at the end of each round All registered drivers who finish in the top three Championship positions and Rookie Class winner of each round are required to attend the podium ceremony without delay as directed by the Race Officials Fastened race suits or Championship race clothing to be worn at all presentations in addition to the Hankook Caps awarded for that round Additionally all drivers will make themselves available for t
33. ix forward gears and a single reverse gear must be fitted at all times when a car runs during an event The only permitted gear ratios solely supplied by the original manufacturer are Mandatory Gears Optional Gears 1 14 37 4 21 27 or 22 29 z 18 35 5 20 22 or 24 28 3 18 28 6 27 26 or 22 23 4 9 3 The only permitted original manufacturer Crown Wheel and Pinion ratio is 10 31 4 10 Electrics In accordance with e MSA Formula M14 F4 User Manual latest version as listed on msaformula com website e MSA Formula M14 F4 Parts Catalogue latest version as listed on msaformula com website e 2015 MSA Formula Technical Regulations e 2015 FIA Formula 4 Technical Regulations Appendix J Article 274 4 11 Brakes 4 11 1 In accordance with 9 MSA Formula M14 F4 User Manual latest version as listed on msaformula com website e MSA Formula M14 F4 Parts Catalogue latest version as listed on msaformula com website e 2015 MSA Formula Technical Regulations e 2015 FIA Formula 4 Technical Regulations Appendix J Article 274 4 11 2 The only permitted brake pads for front and rear brakes are those listed in MSA Formula M14 F4 Parts Catalogue latest version as listed on msaformula com website 4 12 Wheels Steering In accordance with e MSA Formula M14 F4 User Manual latest version as listed on msaformula com website e MSA Formula M14 F4 Parts Catalogue latest version as listed on msaformula com website e 2015 MSA Formula Technical Regulations e
34. n Fee to the Co ordinator prior to the Final Closing date for the first round being entered An Entrant registered for the championship may run a maximum of three cars in the championship The Registration Fee is 2 500 plus VAT at the prevailing rate and is payable to RacingLine Limited Registration numbers will be the permanent Competition numbers for the Championship Registration numbers will be allocated between 2 and 99 Competition number 1 will only be allocated to the winning team in the Teams Cup from the 2014 Dunlop MSA Formula Ford Championship Drivers or Entrants will be able to request or select competition numbers at the point at which the Registration Fee payment is cleared No competition number will be repeated to another competitor during the season Final number allocation is at the discretion of the organisers Acceptance or rejection of the registration for the championship is at the discretion of the organisers Championship Rounds The Championship will be contested over 10 events as follows Rounds 11 3 4 5 April Brands Hatch Indy BARC 4to6 18 19 April Donington Park National BARC 7to9 9 10 May Thruxton BARC 10to12 6 7June Oulton Park Island BARC 13to15 27 28 June Croft BARC 16to18 8 9 August Snetterton 300 BARC Page 2 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost pane Version Published Copy 1 6 1 6 1 1 6 2 1 6 3 1 6 4
35. not replace an Engine that has been leased for the 2015 Championship which has been previously allocated that chassis 4 7 6 7 No Engine swaps between Chassis are permitted for all events and Official Tests 4 7 6 8 During an event an Engine may only be exchanged for a replacement Engine supplied by the Championship Engine Supplier where the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer is satisfied that data or inspection prove that a clear mechanical failure or damage has occurred 4 7 6 9 An engine will be deemed to have been used once the car s timing transponder has shown that it has left the pit lane 4 8 Suspensions In accordance with e MSA Formula M14 F4 User Manual latest version as listed on msaformula com website e MSA Formula M14 F4 Parts Catalogue latest version as listed on msaformula com website e 2015 MSA Formula Technical Regulations e 2015 FIA Formula 4 Technical Regulations Appendix J Article 274 4 9 Transmissions Page 16 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy 4 9 1 In accordance with e MSA Formula M14 F4 User Manual latest version as listed on msaformula com website e MSA Formula M14 F4 Parts Catalogue latest version as listed on msaformula com website e 2015 MSA Formula Technical Regulations e 2015 FIA Formula 4 Technical Regulations Appendix J Article 274 4 9 2 The only permitted gearbox is the SADEV SL75 14 LW F4 homologated for FIA F4 All s
36. ntical times priority will be given to the driver who set it at the earliest point in the official qualifying session Drivers who qualify out of session will have preference over drivers who qualify in the correct session but have their qualifying times disallowed but will not have priority over Reserve Drivers Any competitor who withdraws from a race must inform the Clerk of the Course Championship Co ordinator at the earliest opportunity and in any event no later than 30 minutes before the start of the race If one or more cars are withdrawn the grid may be closed up if sufficient time is allowed to do so Races Should any race be disrupted the Clerk of the Course shall not be obliged to resume or rerun the race MSA Regulation Q 5 4 applies Starts All cars will be released to form up on the grid prior to the start in the formation as specified on the grid sheet The start will be via Standing Start The minimum countdown procedures audible warning sequence shall be i 1 minute to start of Green Flag lap Start Engines Clear Grid ii 30 Seconds Visible and audible warnings for start of Green Flag Lap iii A five second board will be used to indicate that the grid is complete iv The red lights will be switched on five seconds after the board is withdrawn Page 7 MSA 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy 2 5 3 2 5 4 2 5 5 2 6 2 7 Pay ile
37. o championship events will not be accepted from any driver unless the driver has competed in a minimum of two prior events 2 1 4 Any withdrawal of Entry or Driver Car changes made after the acceptance of any entry must be notified to the Meeting Organisers in writing MSA Regulation D 25 1 2 applies 215 The entry fee for each event shall be as specified in the Supplementary Regulation and on the entry form 2 1 6 Should an event be oversubscribed the Meeting Organisers may permit a maximum of 20 more entries than permitted to start the race in accordance with the Track Licence who will be allowed to qualify for the race Priority of entries will be given as follows a Registered drivers in a chassis registered for use in the championship b Registered drivers in a non registered chassis 2 1 7 Entries from competitors wishing to enter any event in a car using a non registered chassis will only be accepted up to the number permitted to start the race in accordance with the Track Licence 2 1 8 Those Drivers who do not qualify for a place on any of the three race grids of an Event Reserve Drivers will be placed onto the Reserve List for each race in the order of their qualifying time the Reserve Number Order As grids for Race 1 and Race 3 are based on fastest and second fastest lap respectively reserves for these races may be different 219 Reserves will replace withdrawn or retired entries in Reserve Number Order If Reserves are given Gr
38. ollected and retained by the Chief Scrutineer for further testing as appropriate and in a container as per 4 13 15 2 This residue sample must be differentiated from the tyre rubber sample by means of clear labelling and segregation Removal of rubber samples from the tyre must be done in a controlled and preferably clean environment within the Venue such as in the scrutineering bay and always under the supervision of the Chief Scrutineer or Eligibility Scrutineer Removal onto a clean uncontaminated surface is essential The tyre rubber sample s will then be subjected to testing in the approved manner as detailed below The competitor or in the case of minors the Competitor and his Parent or Guardian shall have the right to be present Three samples will be taken and must be sealed and labelled in separate MSA approved containers as per 4 13 15 2 Details of sealing must be notified to the Clerk of the Course Prior to sealing the samples should be wrapped in clean aluminium foil to prevent contact with any plastics Each sample must be a minimum of 1mm width 25mm length and 0 3mm depth Each sample shall be placed and sealed in a tamper proof evidence bag and each bag signed by i the Chief Scrutineer or Eligibility Scrutineer and ii the Competitor Analysis Testing The results of all analysis testing will be compared for compliance with the relevant tyre manufacturer s specification for that model retained by the organisers Th
39. ose of allowing the Championship Engine Supplier to check and adjust valve clearances Such checks may only be carried out with the permission of the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer and new seal s will be applied to the cam cover 4 7 6 Replacement Engines 4 7 6 1 Other than the straightforward replacement of one engine unit with another a replacement will also be deemed to have taken place if any of the seals are damaged or removed from the original engine after it has Page 15 MSA 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy been used for the first time other than during the rebuild permitted by Article 4 7 5 3 or the checks permitted by Article 4 7 5 4 4 7 6 2 Should a chassis use a replacement engine the Registered driver of that chassis will drop ten places on the starting grid for the next three races in which he takes part e regardless of which chassis he drives at those next three races e regardless of who was driving the car at the point at which an engine failure occurred e unless that driver withdraws from the Championship in which case the Replacement Driver will not be required to take this penalty e unless there is dispute about the cause of a failure under 4 7 6 2 in which case organisers may defer the penalty until the start of the subsequent Event that the driver takes part in to allow investigation work to be completed 4 7 6 3 Should it not be
40. place electronic timing equipment within five metres of the official Start Finish or any other official timing lines at any event or test session day Any such equipment placed within these zones will be removed Qualification Races Deleted Operation Of Safety Car The Safety Car will be brought into operation and run in accordance with Section Q Appendix 2 of the MSA General Regulations On Board Judicial Camera All cars must carry the designated AIM Smarty Cam On Board Judicial Camera during all sessions Operating instructions for the On Board Judicial Camera will be made available to all Entrants No other in car video still or motion picture cameras will be permitted without the written authority of the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer The onus is on the Entrant to ensure this On Board Judicial Camera is fully functioning switched on and recording for qualifying and all races This must not be done more than five minutes prior to the car leaving the collecting area for qualifying and each race They must be switched off using the camera Off button immediately after all cars have been released from Parc Ferm after qualifying and each race Should a car retire to the Pits or Paddock during qualifying or a race the On Board Judicial Camera must remain switched on until the car is returned to its awning and all footage retained Page 9 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost NIO
41. re and take fuel samples b Retain the car for detailed examination at premises chosen by the organisers If the organisers elect to retain the car they shall make it available for collection by the competitor at least seven days prior to the qualification session for the next race in the championship unless the car is found to be in breach of these Regulations c In the event of an engine being required by the organisers in order to determine compliance with the regulations during the course of an Event the relevant competitor must surrender the engine to the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer as soon as such notification is given Under these circumstances the organisers will be obliged to deliver another engine to the competitor concerned until the original is returned The use of this spare engine will be at no cost to the competitor provided it is returned with its official seals intact and its usage is bound by the same terms as the original engine Lease Contract d Re inspect vehicles at any time during the course of the season should there have been a regulation infringement or circuit incident e Seal the car and its components in accordance with MSA Regulations in such a manner as they may FORMULA Page 13 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost s7 5 ys Version Published Copy 4 3 4 3 1 4 3 2 4 3 3 4 4 4 5 4 5 1 4 5 2 4 5 3 4 6 choose and require
42. re ntcuk co uk Championship Manager Sam Roach Racingline Ltd 4 Quatro Park Tanners Drive Blakelands Milton Keynes MK14 5BP Tel 44 0 8456 805 077 Mobile 44 0 7866 737 343 E Mail s roach racingline com Ford Motorsport Technical Electronics Analyst Roger Ratley Ford Motor Company Limited Dunton Technical Centre Room GA V01 B Laindon Basildon Essex 5515 6EE Tel 44 0 1268 403 510 E mail rratley ford com Championship Eligibility Scrutineer Nigel Jones 49 The Chase Eastcote Pinner Middlesex HA5 1SH Mobile 44 0 7802 276 590 E mail njones6942 aol com Page 23 MSA 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy BRSCC Hankook Tyres Homesdale Business Centre Dan Jeffs Platt Ind Est Maidstone Road C o Mr Tyre Motorsport Limited Borough Green Unit B Kent TN15 8JL 33 Pitsford Street Tel 44 0 1732 780 100 Hockley Fax 44 0 1732 885 783 Birmingham B18 Membership Liz Goodrich E mail liz brscc co uk Tel 44 0 1732 783 144 Paddock Layout Team Derek Weller MSO The Garden House Cromwell Road Great Glen Leicestershire LE8 9GU Mobile 44 0 7850 905 573 Tel 44 0 1162 593 808 Please do not call mobile numbers after 7pm Mobile 44 0 7973 951 449 Tel 44 0 121 551 2131 Fax 44 0 121 551 2133 BTCC Medical Advisor Dr Paul J Trafford 7 Victoria Circus Dowanhill G
43. registered drivers and teams are permitted to attend all Official Tests which will be confirmed in writing by the Championship Co ordinator These will normally be held on the Friday preceding the championship event at each venue exceptions are events held at Donington Park and Thruxton Non Official Testing All registered drivers and registered Entrants are not permitted to test excluding Official Tests on circuits in any MSA Formula M14 F4 Ford chassis included in the championship calendar until immediately after the final scheduled race at that circuit For the avoidance of doubt this restriction includes a team using a driver who is not registered for the championship All registered drivers are forbidden to test or race in any other single seater or sports racing car on circuits which are included in the championship calendar until immediately after the final race at that circuit unless permission to do so is given in writing by the Championship Co ordinator There are no testing restrictions at Silverstone or Rockingham any configuration Registered drivers who fail to comply with these testing restrictions will be excluded from participating in the following official test day and will incur a penalty of five places in the starting positions at each of the three races of the following event in which they participate Registered Entrants who fail to comply with these testing restrictions may have their drivers excluded from participatin
44. rtificial warming of the wheel tyre or other component of the inflated wheel assembly is permitted Any tyre protection cover used during transit of the car within the confines of the circuit must be a loose fit onto the tyre they must not be of a temporary construction and must be capable of being reused many times No cleaning or removal of rubber pick up from the tread area of the tyres is permitted using any form of other mechanical aid Covering of the tyres on the grid is not permissible The organisers reserve the right to impound and or replace event nominated tyres at any time before between and after qualifying and races Responsibility for the wheels and tyres remain with the competitor throughout the period they are held by the organisers and or Official Tyre Suppliers Slick tyres allotted to each vehicle for each event s qualifying and races is Three front tyres new Three rear tyres new These tyres must remain new for the qualifying session The 6 slick tyres allocated for the event must be new and supplied at that event There are no restrictions on the numbers of tyres to be used during testing including Official Tests At the organisers discretion each competitor s new tyre allocation for each event may be drawn by lottery Each competitor must nominate on the form provided by the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer the manufacturer s serial numbers of the tyres for use at each event This form must be handed to the
45. ship Eligibility Scrutineer Nigel Jones 1 2 3 Championship Stewards 1 2 3 1 D Furlong E Jones R Norbury and D Walton Any three Championship Stewards will constitute a quorum 1232 Championship Stewards may only adjudicate on any disputes irregularities or appeals arising from the approved Championship Regulations 12333 Championship Stewards are also empowered to consider any request from the Championship Co ordinator to penalise any Competitor for any breach of Championship Regulations after holding a formal hearing to impose a penalty in accordance with MSA Regulation C 2 1 1 subject to the rights of appeal provided for in Section C 1 2 3 4 In the event of any of the Championship Stewards listed above being unavailable or being unable to consider any particular matter due to a perceived conflict of interest the organisers reserve the right to appoint an alternative Championship Steward or if deemed to be necessary more than one alternative Championship Steward 1 2 4 Permanent Clerk of the Course David Pierre 1 3 Competitor Eligibility 191 Entrants must a be fully paid up valid membership card holding members of the BRSCC and Page 1 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost Version Published Copy 1 3 2 1 3 3 1 4 1 4 1 1 4 2 1 4 2 1 4 3 1 4 4 1 5 b be Registered for the Championship and c bein possession of a valid MSA Entrants Licence Drivers
46. uched unless or until the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer gives his written permission for their removal breakage under his supervision 4 7 4 3 Any engine repair revision or preparation must be carried out only by the Championship Engine Supplier which will provide together with the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer for the engine to be re sealed 4 7 5 Engine Usage 4 7 5 1 Each chassis or replacement chassis may use no more than one engine for the entire championship including all events and Official Tests in which that chassis competes The identity of this one engine will be recorded against the chassis number at the beginning of the qualifying session of the first event of the championship This engine must be used for all events in that chassis in accordance with the present Regulations 4 7 5 2 If an Entrant changes a driver at any point during the championship the replacement driver must use the engine which the original driver had been using in that chassis 4 7 5 3 This engine may be rebuilt only by Championship Engine Supplier once during the season provided any parts which are replaced are of identical specification to the original parts If the engine block or cylinder head or sump are replaced during such a rebuild this will be considered a replacement engine 4 7 5 4 In addition to the rebuild permitted by Article 4 7 5 3 the engine cam cover seal s may be broken by the Championship Eligibility Scrutineer for the purp
47. ula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost races remain the property of the Racingline Limited For the avoidance of doubt the competitor may not use any footage obtained for any commercial purposes including but not limited to any form of television broadcast free to air internet pay per view subscription terrestrial satellite any other form of internet use any advertising sponsorship promotion or for any type of public performance paying or otherwise without prior permission from the Championship Co ordinator In Car Communications Page 10 2015 MSA Formula Certified by FIA Powered by Ford EcoBoost 57 FAA 5 L Version Published Copy 2 15 2 15 1 2 15 2 2153 2 15 4 2155 For the purpose of safety each driver must provide a Raceceiver tuned to the Championship frequency This is a one way listen only device to allow drivers to hear safety information from the Clerk of the Course The system is battery powered and completely stand alone Drivers will be advised of the registered frequency at round 1 Drivers are required to use this system at all times during qualifying and racing A system test will be carried out prior to official track activity Team managers will be issued with a Raceceiver at round 1 to be retained for the season and must be returned at the final round Details of this receiver are available from the Championship Co ordinator Testing Official Test Days All
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