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BRISTELL Classic with ROTAX 916iS engine

BRISTELL Classic with ROTAX 916iS engine: 160 horsepower of pure performance that reliably carries you up to 23,000 feet.

BRISTELL CLASSIC WITH ROTAX 916iS ENGINE: A NEW CHAPTER OF PERFORMANCE FOR EUROPEAN SKIES

Exciting news for aviation enthusiasts across Europe! Our beloved BRISTELL Classic model equipped with the new ROTAX 916iS engine has just received German ultralight certification. This milestone opens doors not only for German pilots but also paves the way for pilots in Italy, Poland, Sweden, Finland, Austria, Romania, and beyond to experience freedom of flight with unprecedented power and safety.

What makes this BRISTELL so exceptional? Imagine 160 horsepower of pure performance that reliably carries you up to 23,000 feet. Thanks to the turbocharged ROTAX 916iS engine, you’ll enjoy full power even at high altitudes - a feature particularly valuable for pilots flying in Alpine regions.We recently put this aircraft through its paces in Kunovice and Austria. The results? Simply stunning. BRISTELL Classic effortlessly handled towing even heavy gliders like the TwinShark weighing 850 kg (1,874 lbs), and did so from a mere 600-meter grass runway. With a climb rate of 1500 ft/min at MTOW, it masters challenging terrains like narrow Alpine valleys with confidence.

“This aircraft represents the pinnacle of our engineering expertise and commitment to quality,” says Martin Bristela, founder and CEO of Bristell. “We believe pilots across Europe will appreciate its performance, comfort, and operational efficiency.”

What you get with the new BRISTELL Classic:Spacious cabin for maximum comfort during long flightsImpressive cruising speed of 272 km/h (147 knots)Outstanding glider towing capabilities including winch installation optionDurable all-metal construction for longevityCompetitive pricing from 189,000 EURReady to experience the power and elegance of BRISTELL Classic with ROTAX 916iS engine firsthand? Contact us at info@bristell.com to arrange your test flight. Whether you’re a seasoned pilot, flying club operator, or an aspiring aviator, our BRISTELL will show you a new dimension of flying.

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About Bristell

BRM AERO, manufacturer of Bristell light sport aircraft, designs and produces airplanes in Kunovice, Czech Republic since 2009. The model range spans the EASA CS-23 certified B23 — also FAA Part 23 certified (B23-912, with further variants in process) — the best-selling UL/LSA family (Classic, RG and TDO), the B23M and the high-wing B8M for the US market, and the all-electric Energic. Bristell aircraft serve pilots, flight schools, and operators in more than 30 countries worldwide.

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