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Originally Posted by SenorFunkyPants
I would disagree with that.
The regulations do *not* in any way state that passing any load testing regime indicates that the car is legal.
The latest regulations April 2021
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3.2.2 [....] all aerodynamic components or bodywork influencing
the car’s aerodynamic performance must be rigidly secured and immobile with respect to their frame of reference"
[....]
"Any device or construction that is designed to bridge the gap between the sprung part of the car and the ground is prohibited under all circumstances."
"3.15.1 Introduction of load/deflection tests
In order to ensure that the requirements of Article 3.2.2 are respected, the FIA reserves the right to introduce further load/deflection tests on any part of the bodywork which appears to be (or is suspected of), moving whilst the car is in motion."
ISTM that the load test regulations are designed to ensure compliance not to legitimise.
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In reality it is deemed legal if it passes the load tests. That's is how FIA operate and govern that rule. And that is why they do change the tests from time to time. If they think some component is in the gray zone they can change their testing procedure with some heads up to the teams.