Learn

An IGC file is the standard file format for recording paragliding flights. It contains GPS coordinates, altitude data, and timestamps. You need IGC files to visualize your flights in 3D, analyze your performance, and create videos. All modern flight tracking apps can export IGC files.

Most flight tracking apps like XCTrack, Burnair, and Flyskyhy have an export or share button after your flight. Simply tap it and choose "Export IGC" or "Share Flight." The IGC file will be saved to your device or shared directly to SkyViz or other apps.

Yes! Export your flight data as JSON from XContest's "My Flights" page and upload it to SkyViz. All your flights get imported with dates, sites, and stats. You can then also download your IGC files from XContest and upload them to SkyViz for 3D replay and video export.

For 3D replay with realistic terrain, a logbook, and video export in one place, SkyViz is purpose-built for that. Upload your IGC and you get 3D visualization, automatic flight stats, and shareable videos. If you just need a quick 2D look at your track, free tools like IGC Webview or XContest's built-in map work too.

The easiest way is to upload your IGC file to SkyViz. It renders a cinematic 3D flyover with real terrain and lets you export as MP4 for Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube - no editing needed. You can also do it manually with Google Earth Studio (convert IGC to KML first), but that takes significantly more effort.

Not required, but it makes a difference. A digital logbook like SkyViz automatically tracks your flight hours, sites, stats, and progress - no manual entry. It's especially useful for pilots working toward certifications or simply wanting all their flights (with 3D replay and videos) in one place.

Popular in-flight trackers include XCTrack, Burnair, and Flyskyhy. Any of them will record an IGC file for you. What matters most is what you do with the file after landing - upload it to SkyViz and you get a 3D replay, automatic logbook stats, and a shareable video from the same file.