Garmin AXIS glass cockpit
OptionalGarmin's integrated flight display, with the NAV/COMM radio and audio panel built into the screen — one display replaces the whole radio stack. Carries SafeTaxi, synthetic vision and a dedicated emergency button.
MOSAIC eligible · LSA
Bristell B23M-916iS
The MOSAIC Flagship. 160 HP (117.6 kW) for the US Market.
Overview
The MOSAIC flagship
The B23M-916iS is the most powerful MOSAIC Bristell: the 160 HP Rotax 916 iS in the proven B23 airframe, delivered as a MOSAIC-compliant LSA for the US market. Best-in-class power-to-weight, a 2,000-hour TBO and a BRS parachute on the options list.
130 KTAS
241 km/h
CRUISE SPEED 6.4 GPH
24.2 L/h
FUEL BURN (75%) 608 NM
1,126 km
RANGE 1,320 fpm
6.7 m/s
CLIMB RATE 1,653 lbs
750 kg
MTOW 573 lbs
260 kg
USEFUL LOAD DESIGN & GALLERY
Flagship power on the proven B23.
All-metal, low-wing airframe engineered to FAA Part 23 standards, carrying the newest, most powerful Rotax engine available, with bubble-canopy visibility and the class-leading 51 in (130 cm) wide cockpit.
Avionics & Technology
Your panel, your way.
Every B23M-916iS leaves the factory with the panel its owner specified. The Garmin AXIS glass cockpit is available — NAV/COMM radio and audio panel built into the display, so one screen replaces the radio stack — alongside the GMC 507 autopilot with single-push Blue LEVEL, ADS-B In and Out, a GI 275 backup display and angle-of-attack indication.
Autopilot with LEVEL button (Garmin GMC 507)
OptionalGarmin 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.
NAV/COM radio (Garmin GNC 215A)
OptionalGarmin GNC 215A NAV/COM radio for communication and VOR navigation, a certified backup to GPS navigation.
IFR GPS navigator (Garmin GTN 650Xi)
OptionalTouchscreen GPS, NAV and COM navigator with LPV approach capability for instrument approaches down to near-precision minimums.
Night flying capability (Night VFR)
OptionalB23 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.
Flight Stream wireless
OptionalGarmin Flight Stream 510 linking the panel to a tablet for wireless flight- plan transfer, weather and traffic with ForeFlight or Garmin Pilot.
Rotax 916 iS
The latest turbocharged Rotax 916 iS with FADEC engine management delivers 160 HP (117.6 kW) with a 2,000-hour TBO. Class-leading power-to-weight and the strongest performance of any Rotax piston engine.
- Power
- 160 HP / 117.6 kW
- Fuel
- MOGAS / AVGAS
- TBO
- 2,000 hours
Propeller of Your Choice
Configured to order · matched to the Rotax 916 iS
Choose between an economical fixed-pitch propeller and a constant-speed unit that holds its optimal blade angle across climb and cruise. Every Bristell is built to order, so the propeller is matched to your engine and mission.
Operating Economics
Maximum power, longer between overhauls.
The 916 iS pairs the most power in the class with a 2,000-hour TBO, on MOGAS or AVGAS, inside the simple MOSAIC LSA ownership framework.
MOGAS + AVGAS Compatible
All Rotax engines run on both MOGAS RON 95 and AVGAS 100LL. MOGAS saves up to 30% on fuel cost — and is available almost anywhere.
2,000-Hour Engine TBO
Rotax 9-series engines carry a 2,000-hour TBO. Lower amortised engine cost per flight hour for high-utilisation operators and schools.
Safety & Certification
Flagship power. Unchanged airframe.
Benign handling and a 4-point AmSafe harness on an all-metal airframe engineered to FAA Part 23 standards, with a BRS parachute available.
BRS whole-aircraft parachute
OptionalBallistic parachute that lowers the entire aircraft under a canopy in an emergency. Works within a defined minimum altitude and speed envelope.
Predictable behavior
StandardBenign, forgiving handling with gentle stall characteristics and no sudden wing drop, which gives the pilot time to react. Well suited to training and lower-time pilots.
4-point safety harness
Standard4-point AmSafe restraint system for both occupants on premium leather seats — better restraint and load distribution in a hard landing or impact.
Active traffic system
OptionalAT1 active traffic unit that shows surrounding traffic directly on the glass cockpit, independent of ADS-B coverage.
ADS-B traffic and transponder
OptionalGarmin transponder with ADS-B In and Out. Displays nearby traffic and makes the aircraft visible to ATC and other aircraft. Meets the FAA 2020 ADS-B Out mandate.
Emergency locator transmitter (ELT)
Optional406 MHz emergency locator transmitter that signals the aircraft's position to search-and-rescue satellites after a hard landing or crash.
Strobe and navigation lights
StandardWhelen wing strobes and navigation lights that keep the aircraft visible to other traffic, day and night.
Backup electrical battery
OptionalDedicated backup battery (IBBS) that keeps the glass cockpit powered during an alternator or electrical failure.
Backup flight display
OptionalIndependent standby display that keeps attitude, airspeed and altitude available if the main glass display fails. Garmin GI 275 on B23, G5 on UL/LSA.
All-metal airframe
StandardAll-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.
Carbon monoxide detector
OptionalAithre cockpit carbon monoxide monitor that warns of CO before it affects the pilot.
Specifications
Technical data
B23M-916iS · LSA · MOSAIC COMPLIANT · Rotax 916 iS · 160 HP · 2,000 h TBO · MTOW 1,653 lbs (750 kg)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Power | 117.7 kW 160 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 241 km/h 130 KTAS |
| Stall Speed (clean) | 94 km/h 51 KCAS |
| Max Speed (VH) | 278 km/h 150 KTAS |
| Rate of Climb | 6.7 m/s 1,320 fpm |
| Service Ceiling | 5,486 m 18,000 ft |
| Range | 1,126 km 608 NM |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Take-Off Weight | 750 kg 1,653 lbs |
| Empty Weight | 490 kg 1,080 lbs |
| Useful Load | 260 kg 573 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L 31.7 US gal |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.274 m 30' 5" |
| Length | 6.585 m 21' 7" |
| Cabin Width | 130 cm 51.2 in |
All specifications per FAA MOSAIC LSA approved configuration.
Range
See how far 608 NM reaches
608 NM (1,126 km) range at 75% power — pick a departure point and see the reach.
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608 NM (1,126 km) at 75% power
Still-air range, no reserve, ISA conditions — shown for illustration only, not for flight planning.
Certification
Where you can fly it
MOSAIC eligible
Under the FAA's MOSAIC framework, open to Sport Pilots in the United States.
LSA
Flies as a Light-Sport Aircraft in markets that use the LSA category.
Ownership
Factory-backed. Globally serviced. Built to your spec.
Every Bristell ships with the same factory backing, service network and personalisation options — wherever in the world it lands.
Warranty
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.
Bristell Direct
24/7 worldwide
Your direct line to the factory in Kunovice. Service, parts and custom requests — handled by the people who built your aircraft.
Worldwide Support
30+ countries
Authorised service in 30+ countries. Wherever you land, your aircraft stays in the air.
Smart Details
Flagship details throughout.
Electric trim, dual sticks, hydraulic disc brakes and FlySto flight-data debriefing come with every aircraft, alongside 121 lbs (55 kg) of luggage capacity.
Dual control sticks
StandardCentre-stick design with independent left and right sticks. No control yoke obstruction, for a direct and intuitive control feel.
Adjustable rudder pedals
OptionalRudder pedals adjustable through two or three positions to fit pilots of different heights.
USB charging ports
OptionalUSB-A and USB-C charging ports per seat. Power for tablets, ANR headsets and EFB devices on every flight.
Flight analysis (FlySto)
StandardCompatible with FlySto, an online platform that turns the flight and engine data recorded by the state-of-the-art Garmin avionics into a detailed debrief with track replay, approach scoring and performance against book figures. FlySto is a third-party service, free for individual use with paid plans for high-volume and fleet operations.
Bluetooth audio panel
OptionalGarmin GMA 345 audio panel with Bluetooth and 3D audio for clean radio management and traffic heard in spatial position.
The most spacious cockpit in its class
StandardThe 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.
Cabin heat and demisting
OptionalCabin heating with a demisting system for comfort and a clear canopy in cold or damp conditions.
Luggage capacity 55 kg (121 lbs)
OptionalTwo 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.
Steerable nose wheel
StandardDirect nose-wheel steering through the rudder pedals, for full control during taxi, takeoff and landing roll — standard on every tricycle-gear Bristell.
Hydraulic disc brakes
StandardHydraulic differential disc brakes on the rudder pedals for independent left and right braking and precise ground control.
LED landing light
OptionalWing-mounted landing light for night operations and daytime conspicuity.
Built to Order
No two leave the factory the same.
Every Bristell is built around its pilot. Tell us how you'll fly yours — and we'll build it.
Explore customisation options
Propellers, towing winch, extended range, bush wheels.
Leather trim, alcantara accents, signature stitching.
Heating, panel lighting, USB, oxygen support.
One colour, two colour or three colour schemes, Italian design, Bristell Signature.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is MOSAIC and how does the Bristell B23M-916iS fit it?
MOSAIC is the FAA's expanded Light Sport Aircraft rule set. The Bristell B23M-916iS flies as an LSA under the FAA's MOSAIC rules, on an all-metal airframe engineered to FAA Part 23 standards. It is available exclusively in the USA.
Do I need an FAA medical certificate to fly the B23M-916iS?
The B23M is built for pilots operating under Sport Pilot rules, who can fly without an FAA medical certificate — certified-grade quality with LSA simplicity.
How does the Bristell B23M-916iS perform?
Maximum speed is 150 KTAS (278 km/h), with a strong 1,320 fpm rate of climb and a service ceiling of 18,000 ft (5,486 m).
What engine does the B23M-916iS use and what is its TBO?
The latest turbocharged Rotax 916 iS delivering 160 HP (117.6 kW), fuel-injected with FADEC and a 2,000-hour TBO — the most power in the class with the longer overhaul interval, on MOGAS or AVGAS.
Does the B23M-916iS come with a BRS parachute?
It is available as an option, not standard equipment. A 4-point AmSafe harness and benign handling come with every aircraft.
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