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Instruments

Vector Vario in the wind tunnel

New vario claims greater accuracy

The Vector Vario, “a high-precision flight instrument that redefines measurement standards in paragliding” has been unveiled
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How to log your flights

How to: Log your flights

From journaling to online contests, Jack Sheard asked pilots how – and why – they log their flights.
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Flymaster Live One Pro

Flymaster Live One Pro 

Light and small this new tracker is proving a hit. Marcus King tries it out for cross-country flying and in competition
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Learning about apps and technology for flying XC

How to: Use tech to plan your XC

There are so many apps and websites that can help your flying – Greg Hamerton explains where to start
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XC Tracer Max III

XC Tracer Maxx III unveiled

XC Tracer have launched their most advanced flight instrument yet with high-resolution black-and-white display, FLARM and more
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Naviter Omni paragliding instrument

Gear Insight: Naviter Omni

The Omni is the Oudie N’s smaller and lighter little brother. Marcus King tries it on longterm review
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How-to-understand-a-vario

Why the beep matters – how to get the most out of your flight instrument

Everyone wants to stay up, which is why the audio vario is a pilot's most essential piece of technology, explains Timothée Manaud
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A busy day in the Alps on Puretrack

Masterclass: Puretrack with Tim Bromhead

Puretrack is a new map app that put all the trackers in one place. In this 45-minute Masterclass developer Tim Bromhead explains how to use it
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garmin inreach plus

Garmin’s new inReach Messenger Plus

Garmin inReach can now be paired with your smartphone to share photos and exchange 30-second voice messages
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AIR³ announce updates

Belgian manufacturer AIR³ have announced various updates to their lineup of flight instruments. There are now four variants
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Cross Country 266:July 2026

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