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What flight instruments are needed for paragliding ?

What flight instruments are needed for paragliding ?

Paragliding is an exciting aerial sport which requires an understanding and judicious use of various flight instruments to ensure reliability, performance and safety. These instruments mainly include the variometer, altimeter and GPS, each of which plays a crucial role in flight. This article also explores the importance of the alti-variometers and GPS combined.

VARIOMETER FOR PARAGLIDING

The variometer, or "vario", is an instrument which quickly proves to be indispensable for free-flight pilots who already know how to use thermals and now want to optimize them. It is also widely used by all cross-country pilots who need to optimize their line and trajectory. It measures the vertical speed of ascent or descent, enabling paragliders to detect marked updrafts and downdrafts, as well as "zeroing" zones. Brands such as Syride and Flymaster offer variometers with intuitive screens that make it easy to get to grips with the instrument and provide essential in-flight data. Their use optimizes flying, enabling paragliders to stay in the air longer, exploit thermals more effectively and better manage their routes.

PILOT PROFILE : Beginners to experienced pilots who don't need much information to fly, apart from data for thermals.

ALTIMETERS FOR PARAGLIDING

PILOT PROFIL : Beginners to experienced pilots who don't need much information to complete their flight, other than knowing whether they are at the edge of an air zone, or whether they can make a large transition.

The altimeter, also known as an alti, is another key instrument for free flight. It provides precise information on altitude, which is crucial for navigation and respecting airspace limits. Pilots can thus manage their altitude more effectively.

GPS FOR PARAGLIDING

GPS for paragliders goes beyond simple navigation. It helps pilots plan their routes from take-off to landing, track their course and record their flights. Models such as the Syride Sys Nav XL or its little brother, the Sys Nav, offer advanced features such as route tracking, zone alerts and altimeter data to help pilots know when to start a transition, or which direction and strength the wind is coming from. With these devices, pilots can concentrate on their flying while having access to important information in real time.

PILOT PROFIL : For all pilots wishing to declare their flight to the CFD, or wishing to analyze their flight, or obtain a record of what they did in the air.

ALTI-VARIOMETERS FOR PARAGLIDING

PILOT PROFIL : Beginners to experienced pilots who don't need much information to fly, other than to know if they're on the edge of an air zone, or if they can make a big transition and actively exploit the thermal.

The alti-vario combines altimeter and variometer functions, offering a compact and efficient tool. These instruments are popular with pilots looking to minimize their equipment without sacrificing essential information. These devices provide precise details of vertical speed and altitude, essential for optimum flight management.

ALTI VARIOMETERS GPS THE ULTIMATE PARAGLIDING TOOL ?

Finally, the ultimate tool for paragliding, and certainly the most widely used, is the alti variometers GPS. For manufacturers, it's easy to combine the 3 tools into one, and for pilots, it's necessary to have all the information from all 3 instruments. So it's only natural that paraglider pilots should opt for this complete instrument, which will provide all the information they need for a successful flight !

PILOT PROFIL : For all pilots wishing to fly long-distance, with all the information they need to achieve their objectives.