BRISTELL B23 Turbo

The BRISTELL B23 Turbo is designed to meet European CS23 and U.S. FAR23 certification standards. BRISTELL incorporated feedback from global customers to develop this upgraded aircraft. While maintaining the recognizable BRISTELL LSA aesthetic, the B23 introduces significant improvements. It features an extended fuselage, a larger tail with an aluminum rudder, and expanded, more efficient flaps and stabilizer. The composite main landing gear has been completely redesigned to support higher loads, while handling characteristics have been significantly refined. Additionally, the aircraft includes a twin elevator trim tab system, allowing pilots to fine-tune control stick forces with greater precision.

The BRISTELL B23 Turbo comes equipped with essential safety and operational features. A steerable nose wheel enhances ground maneuverability, while a BRS ballistic parachute rescue system ensures an added layer of safety. Designed to meet standard night‑VFR requirements, the aircraft can also be upgraded for IFR operations. With a maximum take-off weight (MTOW) of 750 kg (1,653 lb) and an empty weight of 465 kg (1,025 lb), the B23 offers an impressive 285 kg (628 lb) useful load. Its 120-liter (32 gal) fuel tank capacity makes it an excellent choice for extended trips, supported by a durable and robust airframe built for longevity.

Equipped with cutting-edge avionics, the BRISTELL B23 Turbo ensures an advanced and intuitive flying experience. The cockpit features dual Garmin G3X Touch screens with Synthetic Vision, providing enhanced situational awareness. Additional avionics include a NAV/COM Garmin GNC255 radio, an ADS‑B transponder (GTX345 WAAS/GPS), and a Garmin GMC 507 autopilot with a LEVEL button for enhanced control. L3 instruments further contribute to precision and reliability, making the B23 a well-equipped aircraft for both training and cross-country flights.

BRISTELL B23 TURBO main features

  • Rescue system FOR MORE SAFETY - BRISTELL B23 Turbo has successfully passed the entire certification process without/with a ballistic rescue system from BRS, a company supplying rescue systems, for example, to Cirrus.
  • EASY TO FLY WITH Autopilot - Fly cross-country flights even more comfortably and safely. A modern and advanced GARMIN autopilot and GMC 507 control panel will help you.
  • Large luggage compartment – BRISTELL B23 Turbo is certified, including a luggage compartment of 2 × 44 lb in both wings. In the rear luggage compartment, 33 lb is located behind the seats. In total, you can load 121 lb of luggage into the aircraft, but you still have 551 lb of payload left. This makes the BRISTELL B23 the winner among GA aircraft worldwide.
  • Three-blade constant-speed propeller - BRISTELL B23 Turbo is already certified as standard with a hydraulically adjustable three-blade constant-speed propeller to take advantage of the maximum power of the ROTAX engine, both in ascending mode and maximum speed in horizontal flight.
  • Steerable nose wheel FOR FULL CONTROL - The aircraft will be under your full control even when taxiing. BRISTELL B23 Turbo is produced only with a steerable nose wheel controlled by rudder pedals.
  • The most spacious cockpit in its class – Fly comfortably, even two. Don't limit yourself. You have enough space. Enjoy the comfort of the most spacious cabin on the market. The width is 51 in.
  • GARMIN GNX 375 navigator - LPV Approaches and ADS-B “In”/“Out” are priced for your aircraft.

BRISTELL B23 TURBO EQUIPMENT

BASICS

  • BRISTELL B23 RTF CS-23-Light
  • ROTAX 915 iSc (141HP)
  • In-flight adjustable propeller MTV-34-1-A/175-200 hydraulic constant speed
  • One color paint
  • Night VFR
  • Included all documents for registration
  • Flight Manual
  • Maintenance Manual
  • Engine Manual

INSTRUMENTS / NAVIGATION

  • L3 ESI-500 / GI 275
  • Garmin GNC 255A NAV/COM
  • Garmin GDU 460 Dual G3X Touch Display
  • Garmin GTX 345R, GPS 20A WAAS/GPS Pos.
  • Garmin GSA 28 smart autopilot servo
  • Garmin GMC 507 autopilot control panel
  • Garmin GAP 26 AOA probe heated
  • Back-up battery for G3X, IBBS-12V-6Ah
  • PM3000 stereo intercom
  • Tosten CS-8 on both sticks
  • LED strip on the glare shield
  • BOSE Lemo connectors
  • ELT Kannad 406

EQUIPMENT

  • Locking canopy, locking fuel tank caps
  • Adjustable fresh air ventilation system
  • Hydraulic differential disk brakes are installed on both sides of rudder pedals
  • Steerable nose wheel
  • Electric elevator trim
  • Electric flap control system
  • Electric aileron trim
  • Four-point seat belts Are Safe
  • The luggage compartment behind the seats
  • Tinted canopy
  • Canopy protection cover
  • Adjustable rudder pedals
  • Parking brake
  • Beringer lightweight wheels 5,00-5
  • Wheel fairings
  • Cabin heat with demisting system
  • Rescue system BRS
  • Noise insulation of firewall
  • Cockpit upholstery, two map pockets, and armrest box
  • Special leather upholstery - including sleeve strips
  • Leather upholstered glare shield
  • Landing light mounted in the wing
  • Wing strobes and navigation lights
  • Wing lockers
  • Tail skid

BRISTELL B23 TECHNICAL DATA

Dimensions
Wing span
365 in
Wing area
126 ft2
Wing loading
13 lb/ft2
Aircraft length
22 ft
Aircraft height
8 ft
Cabin width
4 ft
Weight
Empty weight
1025 lb
Maximum take-off weight (MTOW)
1650 lb
Useful load
630 lb
Fuel tanks capacity
32 gal
Fuselage luggage compartment
34 lb
Wing luggage compartment
2 x 44 lb
Load factor
+4 / −2 g
Airspeed, Climb and Cruise performance
Stall speed without flaps VS1
50 KCAS (MTOW 1650 lb)
Stall speed with flaps VS0
43 KCAS (MTOW 1650 lb)
Manoeuvring speed VA
98 KCAS
Maximum flap speed VFE
81 KCAS
Maximum horizontal flight speed VH
157 KTAS
Never exceeded speed VNE
156 KCAS
Best rate of climb speed Vy (flaps retracted), MTOP
82 KIAS
Best rate of climb (flaps retracted), MTOP
6 m/s
Best angle of climb speed Vx, MTOP
66 KIAS
Best rate of climb speed Vy (flaps 10°), MTOP
84 KIAS
Best rate of climb (flaps 10°), MTOP
6 m/s
Take-off distance (ground roll)
577 ft
Take-off distance over 15 m (50 ft) obstacle
1086 ft
Landing distance (ground roll)
479 ft
Landing distance from 15 m (50 ft) height
1283 ft
All data at MTOW 1650 lb

BRISTELL B23 PHOTOGALLERY

A top-down view of the Bristell B23 Turbo in flight, showing two pilots in the cockpit, with a stunning mountainous backdrop.
Red Bristell B23 Turbo airplane captured from the left side at an airport.