Frequently Asked Questions

ParaBaro is a paragliding wing pressure monitoring system with integrated GPS. It uses 4 wireless BLE pressure sensors to measure wing inflation in real-time, displays data on a colour touchscreen, and records both IGC flight logs and pressure CSV data to an SD card. All data can be uploaded to the Aviometrics web platform for analysis.

Four BLE pressure sensors are mounted at key wing locations (LeftIn, LeftOut, RightIn, RightOut). They transmit differential pressure data wirelessly to the receiver unit. The receiver calculates inflation (inside minus outside pressure), displays it in real-time, and records everything to SD card along with GPS position.

The ParaBaro system includes: 1 receiver unit with touchscreen, 4 wireless pressure sensors, and a USB charging cable. You'll also need a FAT32 microSD card (max 32GB) and a Chrome or Edge browser for device configuration.

ParaBaro is a data collection and analysis tool for research and training. It is not a certified flight instrument and should not replace standard safety equipment. Always fly with proper certified gear (reserve, helmet, vario). Use ParaBaro data for post-flight learning and analysis.

Yes. ParaBaro is compatible with all paragliding wings regardless of brand or size. Sensors attach externally using magnetic mounting brackets with no permanent modifications. They can be easily moved between different wings. Most valuable data comes from EN-C and above wings where pressure dynamics are more critical.

During the beta programme, the Starter tier is £95 inc. VAT with a £10/hour flight credit system. The Professional tier is £299 inc. VAT and gives you immediate device ownership with no flight hour requirement. See the Beta Programme page for full details.

For every validated flight hour recorded with ParaBaro, you earn £10 in credits (Starter) or £15 (Professional) towards your account. Credits accumulate as you fly and can be tracked in real time on your dashboard.

We're currently in beta testing with limited spots available. Commercial availability is planned for 2026. Join the beta programme to get early access and help shape the final product.

Yes. We ship to most countries worldwide. Beta testers can upload flight data from anywhere via the web platform. Local shipping rates apply.

The receiver unit lasts approximately 6-8 hours on a full charge with GPS and BLE active. The pressure sensor transmitters last 10-12 hours. Charging is via USB-C and takes 2-3 hours.

ParaBaro records two formats: standard IGC files for GPS tracks (compatible with XContest, XCTrack, and all flight analysis platforms), and CSV files for wing pressure data with synchronized timestamps. Both are stored on the SD card.

BLE range is approximately 10-15 metres in open air. Since the sensors are mounted on the wing and the receiver is in the cockpit, the typical distance of 3-5 metres is well within range.

Pressure data is sampled at up to 20 Hz (20 readings per second). GPS data is logged at 1 Hz (once per second), which is the standard for IGC competition logging.

Flight data is stored locally on your SD card. When you upload to the web platform, it is stored securely on our servers. You always retain a local copy and can delete cloud data at any time from your dashboard.

We do not sell or share your personal data. Anonymised, aggregated flight data may be used for machine learning model improvement. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

Yes. All your data is available in standard formats: IGC for GPS tracks and CSV for pressure data. You can download everything from your dashboard at any time.

Ensure sensors are powered on and within 10m of the receiver. Try power-cycling both the receiver and sensors. Check that BLE is not being interfered with by other devices. If issues persist, perform a factory reset via Settings.

Run the calibration procedure: go to Settings and tap CALIB. Keep the device still for 10 seconds. Calibrate on the ground with the wing unpacked but not inflated. If values are still off, check sensor placement.

Connect to WiFi via Settings, then tap UPLOAD. The device will check for available updates. OTA (over-the-air) updates download and install automatically. Keep the device charged above 50% during updates.