Like any other motorsport, a Formula 1 race can be won or lost in the pits. The airframes and engines require continuous attention and "tweaking." Also, aircraft must be moved out of the pits and towed to their starting positions for each days race with strict adherence to the time schedule.Zarrina is lucky to have a top notch pit crew. Crew Chief for the 2003 races was Ib Hansen who owns National Aeronautics Co., which markets Cassutt plans and components. Ib is "Mr. Cassutt" and an experienced race pilot in his own right. In 1993 Ib was Formula 1 "Rookie of the Year." Ib was assisted by Ted Lemen, a retired Lockheed engineer. Ted is an experienced homebuilder who flies a beautiful Midget Mustang which he built. Dave Bessemier, a retired machinist also assisted the crew this year. Dave races his Smith Sidewinder in cross country events. The team was rounded out by Dick Young, a retired Xerox executive and experienced Private Pilot. Dick is also team owner and pilot Smokey Young's father. Two more members of the team who provided invaluable assistance were Ib Hansen's wife Susan and son Michael. Michael provided the majority of the fine photographs you see on this website.