F1 Aero Masterclass - 2026 Regulations Analysis
with David Felis (ex F1 Aerodynamicist)
About the event
Join this FREE live masterclass to explore the aerodynamic challenges and opportunities introduced by the Formula 1 2026 regulations. The upcoming rule changes will reshape how teams approach aero concept development, from overall car philosophy to the fine details that decide lap time. In this session, you will get a clear, engineering-focused breakdown of what really changes and why it matters.
Led by David Felis, former F1 Senior Aerodynamicist at Williams and Haas, this masterclass takes you inside the thinking process of an F1 aero department preparing for a major regulation shift. David will explain the key aerodynamic objectives behind the 2026 rules, the problems teams are trying to solve, and how these constraints drive design decisions across the car.
Whether you are a student, engineer, or motorsport enthusiast, this is a rare opportunity to learn directly from someone who spent nearly a decade working at the highest level of Formula One aerodynamics.
David will share real-world insights into how teams analyse new regulations, identify performance levers, and set development directions long before the first car hits the track. There will also be time for questions, discussion, and practical takeaways for anyone aiming to work in F1 or deepen their understanding of modern race car aerodynamics.
About the speaker
David Felis
Former F1 Aerodynamicist
David Felis is a former F1 Aerodynamicist with a BSc in Aeronautical Engineering from Universidad Politécnica de Madrid and an MSc in Motorsports from Mondragón Unibertsitatea. He began his career with Epsilon Euskadi and later joined Williams F1 (2012–2018) before becoming a Senior Aerodynamicist at Haas F1 Team (2018–2021). Passionate about aero from his Formula Student days, David helped pioneer innovative concepts in Formula 1.
Quick Facts
- WHEN: Monday 26th January 2026, 18:00 hrs (Central European Time)
- HOW: Live Teams Webinar - register to access the Teams registration form!
- WHO: David Felis
Agenda
- Introduction and Presentation (Juan Chavez)
- Instructor Introduction (Juan Chavez)
- F1 Aero – 2026 Regulations Analysis (David Felis)
- Course Offer (Juan Chavez)
- Q&A (David Felis)
Featuring

David Felis
Former F1 Aerodynamicist

Juan Chavez
Academic Coordinator
Motorsport Engineer
David has worked for teams such as: