FLYMASTER GPS LS2

Flymaster GPS LS2 is a modern, lightweight and easy-to-use GPS variometer designed for recreational and cross-country paragliding pilots. Combining a highly sensitive variometer, advanced GPS navigation, a high-contrast display and wireless connectivity, it offers many features found in more expensive flight instruments at an attractive price.

Developed as the successor to the popular Flymaster GPS LS, the new LS2 introduces a completely redesigned interface, a higher-resolution display, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, improved thermal assistance and seamless integration with the Flymaster Link smartphone application.

Main Features

• High-contrast LCD display: 400 × 300 pixel resolution with excellent readability, even in direct sunlight.
• Ultra-sensitive variometer: 10 readings per second with 10 cm resolution for precise thermal detection.
• Advanced GPS receiver: 72-channel GNSS receiver supporting GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou and QZSS.
• Thermal Ball (Magic Dot): Flymaster's exclusive thermal core indicator helps pilots locate and return to the strongest lift.
• Thermal Assistant: graphical assistance for locating and centering thermals.
• Waypoint navigation: navigate towards selected waypoints using the integrated navigation display.
• Wind information: GPS-based wind speed and direction calculations.
• Flight recording: built-in 3D flight logger with IGC file support.
• Bluetooth 5.0: wireless connectivity with smartphones and compatible flight applications.
• Wi-Fi: additional wireless connectivity for supported functions.
• Flymaster Link app: configure the instrument, download flights, update firmware and transfer waypoints.
• Customizable variometer sound: adjustable audio settings, including frequency, sensitivity and volume.
• Automatic mute: keeps the variometer silent until takeoff.
• Glove-friendly controls: large buttons and an intuitive user interface.
• Long battery life: approximately 20 hours of operation.
• Optional FLARM/ADS-L: available in a dedicated version with additional electronic visibility features.

Precise Variometer and Thermal Assistance

The GPS LS2 features Flymaster's proven high-sensitivity variometer technology, providing fast and accurate feedback on climbing and sinking air. With 10 measurements per second and a resolution of 10 cm, the instrument helps pilots identify even weak thermal activity.

The exclusive Thermal Ball (Magic Dot) indicates the location of the strongest lift relative to the pilot, making it easier to return to the thermal core. Combined with the graphical Thermal Assistant, it provides valuable support during thermal soaring and cross-country flights.

GPS Navigation and Flight Recording

The integrated multi-constellation GPS receiver provides accurate positioning and navigation data. The instrument displays essential flight information such as altitude, ground speed, glide ratio, wind direction, distance to takeoff and distance to the last thermal.

The GPS LS2 also supports single-waypoint navigation, making it easy to navigate towards a selected destination. Flights are recorded in IGC format and can be transferred to a computer or smartphone for further analysis and sharing.

Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and Flymaster Link

The new Flymaster Link application, available for Android and iOS, makes managing the GPS LS2 simple and convenient.

• Configure instrument settings directly from your smartphone.
• Download and manage recorded flights.
• Install firmware updates.
• Transfer waypoints to the instrument.
• Connect to compatible applications using Bluetooth Low Energy.

The USB-C connection also allows convenient charging and direct access to stored flight data.

GPS LS2 and GPS LS2 FLARM Versions

The instrument is available in two versions:

• Flymaster GPS LS2: standard GPS variometer with navigation, thermal assistance, flight recording, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
• Flymaster GPS LS2 FLARM: includes additional FLARM/ADS-L electronic visibility functionality, helping improve situational awareness when flying near other compatible aircraft.

Note: FLARM/ADS-L functionality is only included in the corresponding FLARM version. Electronic visibility systems do not replace visual observation and standard collision avoidance procedures.

Technical Specifications

• Display: high-contrast LCD.
• Resolution: 400 × 300 pixels.
• GPS: 72-channel multi-constellation GNSS receiver.
• Variometer: 10 readings per second, 10 cm resolution.
• Altimeter: two independent altimeters with QNH and GPS altitude adjustment.
• Flight recording: 3D flight logger, IGC format.
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 BLE, Bluetooth Mesh and Wi-Fi.
• USB: USB-C.
• Battery life: approximately 20 hours.
• Dimensions: 130 × 80 × 17 mm.
• Weight: approximately 150 g.
• FLARM/ADS-L: available in the optional FLARM version.
• Smartphone application: Flymaster Link for Android and iOS.

Who Is It For?

The Flymaster GPS LS2 is an excellent choice for pilots looking for a reliable and straightforward GPS variometer with advanced thermal assistance and basic cross-country navigation features. It is particularly suitable for recreational pilots progressing into cross-country flying who do not need complex competition task navigation or detailed airspace maps.

With its excellent display, responsive variometer, modern connectivity and intuitive operation, the Flymaster GPS LS2 offers an outstanding combination of performance, simplicity and value.

More information on the official Flymaster website.