One certified airframe. Four Rotax engines, five variants. From first solo to IFR touring.
The Bristell B23 is the aircraft the rest of the range looks up to: a type-certified, all-metal low-wing two-seater from Kunovice, Czech Republic — EASA CS-23 certified across the family, FAA Part 23 certified on the B23-912 (with the remaining variants in progress), and a BRS whole-aircraft parachute as standard. Flight schools run it hard every day, ATOs teach instrument flying in it and private owners tour Europe in it. Whoever sits in the left seat, the aircraft is the same — only the engine on the nose differs.
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Benign handling, dual sticks and Night VFR certification as standard, engines that run on automotive MOGAS and TBO up to 2,000 hours — the operating economics a training fleet needs. The B23-915 IFR variant adds a certified instrument trainer for ATO programs.
The widest cabin in its class — 130 cm (51.2 in) — a bubble canopy with a view in every direction, and a BRS whole-aircraft parachute as standard. Nimble, responsive and certified to +4/−2 g.
Up to 780 NM (1,445 km) of range at 75% power, 55 kg (121 lbs) of luggage in the wing lockers and cabin, and turbocharged variants that hold their cruise performance at altitude.
The B23 carries the lines of the classic Bristell, but underneath it is a new aircraft — a longer fuselage, a larger aluminium rudder and bigger, more efficient flaps and stabiliser, engineered for intensive flight-school use as much as for private touring. The bubble canopy gives all-round visibility from both seats.
Every B23 shares the same 130 cm (51.2 in) cabin — the widest in its class — with dual sticks, adjustable rudder pedals and an ergonomically arranged panel that puts instruments and controls where a pilot expects them. The cockpit ships complete as standard.
State-of-the-art Garmin avionics come standard on every B23 — dual glass displays, autopilot, ADS-B In and Out and Night VFR certification. An optional IFR-capable Garmin GPS navigator extends the panel, and the B23-915 IFR carries a full Garmin IFR instrument suite as standard.
Two Garmin G3X Touch glass displays showing flight instruments, moving map and full engine monitoring. Touch control with physical knobs as backup, so the pilot is not fighting a touchscreen in turbulence.
Garmin GMC 507 autopilot with a dedicated Blue LEVEL button that returns the aircraft to wings-level flight at a single push. It handles the routine legs to cut pilot workload, and the pilot stays in command for the parts that matter.
Garmin GNC 215A NAV/COM radio for communication and VOR navigation, a certified backup to GPS navigation.
B23 is certified for Night VFR with the glass cockpit, autopilot and lighting to support it. On UL/LSA models night flying is a build-up option, not a certification.
Touchscreen GPS, NAV and COM navigator with LPV approach capability for instrument approaches down to near-precision minimums.
Garmin's new-generation integrated flight display — NAV/COMM radio and audio panel built into the screen, so one display replaces the whole radio stack, with SafeTaxi, a dedicated emergency button and enhanced synthetic vision. We are working on bringing AXIS to the Bristell range.
The same certified airframe carries four Rotax engine options across five variants, from the carbureted Rotax 912 ULS to the fuel-injected, turbocharged 916 iS. Every fuel-injected iS engine adds FADEC electronic engine management, and the turbocharged 915 iS and 916 iS keep their performance at altitude.
Rotax 912 ULS
100 HP / 73.5 kW
Rotax 912 iS Sport
100 HP / 73.5 kW
Rotax 915 iS
141 HP / 103.7 kW
Rotax 916 iS
160 HP / 117.6 kW
| Engine | Rotax 912 ULS | Rotax 912 iS Sport | Rotax 915 iS | Rotax 916 iS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 100 HP / 73.5 kW | 100 HP / 73.5 kW | 141 HP / 103.7 kW | 160 HP / 117.6 kW |
| Injection / FADEC | Carbureted | Fuel injection · FADEC | Fuel injection · FADEC | Fuel injection · FADEC |
| Fuel | MOGAS / AVGAS | MOGAS / AVGAS | MOGAS / AVGAS | MOGAS / AVGAS |
| TBO | 2,000 hours | 2,000 hours | 1,200 hours | 2,000 hours |
Every B23 leaves the factory with a three-blade MT-Propeller hydraulic constant-speed propeller as standard — the MTV-34-1-A/175 with the 100 HP (73.5 kW) engines, the MTV-34-1-A/175-200 with the turbocharged 915 iS and 916 iS. It holds the optimal blade angle across climb and cruise, and on the carbureted 912 ULS it lets students learn genuine constant-speed propeller operation during training.
On the B23-912iS, SLPC with FADEC combines throttle and propeller control in one lever — standard equipment. Engine management stays simple and the propeller is always set right.
The equipment that defines every B23 — safety systems and pilot details that come with the aircraft, not on the options list.
Ballistic parachute that lowers the entire aircraft under a canopy in an emergency. Works within a defined minimum altitude and speed envelope.
4-point AmSafe restraint system for both occupants on premium leather seats — better restraint and load distribution in a hard landing or impact.
All-metal aircraft structure that deforms predictably under load and shows damage on the surface, unlike composite where damage can stay hidden. Fatigue behavior is predictable and well understood.
The comfort of the most spacious cabin in its class — 130 cm (51.2 in) wide, and comfortable for two even on long cross-country flights.
Centre-stick design with independent left and right sticks. No control yoke obstruction, for a direct and intuitive control feel.
Direct nose-wheel steering through the rudder pedals, for full control during taxi, takeoff and landing roll.
Two 20 kg (44 lbs) wing lockers plus 15 kg (33 lbs) behind the seats, 55 kg (121 lbs) total luggage capacity, with useful load to spare.
AT1 active traffic unit that shows surrounding traffic directly on the glass cockpit, independent of ADS-B coverage.
EASA certified exhaust silencer that reduces noise significantly and enables operations at noise-restricted airports where other aircraft must stay on the ground.
Factory-option tow hook — or, on the B23-915iS and B23-916iS, an aircraft-mounted Tost tow winch — for glider towing, proven with more than 1,000 towing hours in the Swiss Alps. A cost-to-revenue ratio that works for aeroclubs and towing operations — proven in daily club use.
All five engine variants side by side. Rows where the variants differ are marked next to the row label.
| Specification | B23-912 Rotax 912 ULS | B23-912iS Rotax 912 iS Sport | B23-915iS Rotax 915 iS | B23-915 IFR Rotax 915 iS | B23-916iS Rotax 916 iS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weights & Dimensions | |||||
| MTOW | 750 kg / 1,653 lbs | 750 kg / 1,653 lbs | 750 kg / 1,653 lbs | 750 kg / 1,653 lbs | 750 kg / 1,653 lbs |
| Useful load | 300 kg / 661 lbs | 300 kg / 661 lbs | 285 kg / 628 lbs | 285 kg / 628 lbs | 260 kg / 573 lbs |
| Fuel capacity | 120 L / 31.7 gal | 120 L / 31.7 gal | 120 L / 31.7 gal | 120 L / 31.7 gal | 120 L / 31.7 gal |
| Wingspan | 9.274 m / 30 ft 5 in | 9.274 m / 30 ft 5 in | 9.274 m / 30 ft 5 in | 9.274 m / 30 ft 5 in | 9.274 m / 30 ft 5 in |
| Length | 6.585 m / 21 ft 7 in | 6.585 m / 21 ft 7 in | 6.585 m / 21 ft 7 in | 6.585 m / 21 ft 7 in | 6.585 m / 21 ft 7 in |
| Cabin width | 130 cm / 51.2 in | 130 cm / 51.2 in | 130 cm / 51.2 in | 130 cm / 51.2 in | 130 cm / 51.2 in |
| Performance | |||||
| Max speed (VH) | 117 KTAS / 217 km/h | 111 KTAS / 206 km/h | 150 KTAS / 278 km/h | 150 KTAS / 278 km/h | 146 KTAS / 270 km/h |
| Cruise (75%) | — | 106 KTAS / 196 km/h | 136 KTAS / 252 km/h | 125 KTAS / 232 km/h | 130 KTAS / 241 km/h |
| Range (75%) | — | 780 NM / 1,445 km | 340 NM / 630 km | 365 NM / 676 km | 608 NM / 1,126 km |
| Rate of climb | 700 fpm / 3.6 m/s | 702 fpm / 3.6 m/s | 1,259 fpm / 6.4 m/s | 1,260 fpm / 6.4 m/s | 1,320 fpm / 6.7 m/s |
| Service ceiling | 14,000 ft / 4,267 m | 14,000 ft / 4,267 m | 18,000 ft / 5,486 m | 18,000 ft / 5,486 m | 18,000 ft / 5,486 m |
| Certifications | |||||
| Cert basis | EASA CS-23 · FAA Part 23 | EASA CS-23 | EASA CS-23 | EASA CS-23 | EASA CS-23 |
| IFR | IFR-ready (not certified) | IFR-ready (not certified) | IFR-ready (not certified) | Certified | IFR-ready (not certified) |
| Night VFR | Certified | Certified | Certified | Certified | Certified |
| BRS parachute | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
The B23 family holds approvals from EASA, the FAA, CAA UK and CASA Australia — the full authority-by-authority overview lives in the certification matrix.
Every B23 variant is type-certified under EASA CS-23 — from the B23-912 (10/2020) to the B23-916iS (2025), the world's first CS-23 aircraft with the Rotax 916 iS.
The B23-912 is FAA Part 23 certified (09/2025). FAA Part 23 certification of the remaining variants is in progress.
The B23-915 IFR is EASA CS-23 IFR certified (12/2024) — the family's dedicated instrument platform for ATO programs and IFR touring.
Night VFR certification is standard across all five variants.
Up to 780 NM (1,445 km) of range at 75% power — pick a departure point and see the reach.
Maximum range shown for the B23-912iS at 75% power — at 65% it stretches to 820 NM (1,519 km). Switch the engine variant below the search.
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780 NM (1,445 km) at 75% power
Still-air range, no reserve, ISA conditions — shown for illustration only, not for flight planning.
Set your yearly hours, local MOGAS price and shop rate — the estimate updates as you move the sliders.
Insurance is not included — premiums vary significantly by market. Ask us for a local quote.
€62per flight hour
~€12,340 a year at 200 hours
Average consumption on a typical flight profile, multiplied by your fuel price — typically among the largest operating costs.
19 L/h (5.0 US gal/h) — average consumption, typical flight profile
A per-hour set-aside so the engine and propeller overhauls are already funded when TBO comes. Assumes the aircraft flies to its engine TBO; at low annual utilisation, calendar-driven costs can add to this.
Scheduled inspections, oil and filters, consumables and other recurring items, spread over your yearly hours.
Estimates are for orientation only and do not constitute an offer.
Estimated operating costs are provided for general information only and do not constitute an offer, a guarantee or financial advice. Actual costs vary with utilisation, fuel prices, insurance terms, maintenance arrangements and country of operation; verify all figures for your own operation before making purchasing decisions.Reference prices: 2026.
Every Bristell ships with the same factory backing, service network and personalisation options — wherever in the world it lands.
2 YR · 500 H · 1,000 LDG
2 years, 500 flight hours, or 1,000 landings — whichever comes first. Covers airframe, electrical installation, engine installation and aircraft completion. Rotax engine and avionics carry separate manufacturer warranties.
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Your direct line to the factory in Kunovice. Service, parts and custom requests — handled by the people who built your aircraft.
30+ countries
Authorised service in 30+ countries. Wherever you land, your aircraft stays in the air.
Every Bristell is built around its pilot. Tell us how you'll fly yours — and we'll build it.
Four Rotax engines, from the carbureted 912 ULS (100 HP / 73.5 kW) to the turbocharged 916 iS (160 HP / 117.6 kW). Pick the power that matches your mission — everything else is already decided.
Dual glass displays, autopilot and ADS-B come standard. Extend the panel with IFR-capable navigation — or step up to the fully IFR-certified B23-915 IFR.
Glider tow hook or winch, certified exhaust silencer, AT-1 AIR Traffic and more — mission equipment fitted at the factory.
From a clean single-colour scheme to a full Bristell Signature design — the factory paint shop finishes every airframe to order.
Premium seating — leather trim, alcantara accents and signature stitching, finished around its pilot.
Book a demo flight, take delivery in Kunovice and join a fleet flying in more than 30 countries.
The price depends on the engine and equipment configuration. Request a quote and our team will prepare an offer for your mission and market.
Four Rotax engines across five variants: the carbureted 912 ULS and fuel-injected 912 iS at 100 HP (73.5 kW), the turbocharged 915 iS at 141 HP (103.7 kW) — also in a dedicated IFR-certified variant — and the turbocharged 916 iS at 160 HP (117.6 kW).
Yes. The B23 family is EASA CS-23 type-certified, with CAA UK and CASA Australia approvals. The B23-912 is FAA Part 23 certified (09/2025); FAA certification of the other variants is in progress. The B23-915 IFR is EASA CS-23 IFR certified.
Yes. The B23 is type-certified under EASA CS-23 and built for intensive flight-school use, with benign handling, dual sticks and Night VFR certification as standard. The B23-915 IFR adds a certified instrument training platform for schools and ATOs.
Every B23 engine runs on automotive MOGAS or on AVGAS, from a 120 L (31.7 US gal) tank. The fuel-injected 912 iS burns 16.3 L/h (4.3 US gal/h) at 75% power.
2,000 flight hours for the Rotax 912 ULS, 912 iS and 916 iS, and 1,200 hours for the turbocharged 915 iS. Every engine in the family runs on automotive MOGAS or AVGAS, which keeps day-to-day operation simple.
It depends on your mission. For training economics, the 100 HP (73.5 kW) 912 ULS or fuel-injected 912 iS. For instrument programs, the EASA-certified 915 IFR. For high-altitude touring, the turbocharged 915 iS (141 HP / 103.7 kW) or 916 iS (160 HP / 117.6 kW) — both hold their performance at altitude.
The B23-915 IFR is the family's EASA CS-23 IFR-certified variant (12/2024), equipped with a full Garmin IFR instrument suite as standard. The other variants are certified for VFR and Night VFR operations.
The cabin is 130 cm (51.2 in) wide — the widest in its class — with dual sticks and adjustable rudder pedals. Wing lockers and the cabin compartment take up to 55 kg (121 lbs) of luggage in total.
Yes. A BRS whole-aircraft parachute is standard equipment on every B23 variant, together with a 4-point safety harness on both seats.
Delivery time depends on your configuration and the current production schedule at our factory in Kunovice, Czech Republic. Contact us or request a quote for the current lead time.
