|
The BRM Aero Bristell UL and its LSA modification in the three-wheel fixed undercarriage configuration is a high-performance single-engine,
two-seat, low-wing, all metal microlight airplane with a fixed tricycle undercarriage with steerable nosewheel. BRM Aero s.r.o. in Uherské Hradisté,
Czech Republic, was established for the development, production, sale and maintenance of ultra-light and light sport aeroplanes designed by Milan Bristela.
BRM Aero makes the complete aeroplane construction, which includes production of subassemblies, production of weldments, painting, installation of the
avionics, engines, conducting flight tests of completed aircraft, preparing original documentation and handover to customers, warranty and
after sales service and spare parts supply. The company also produces its own prototypes and assembly jigs. Development of the BRM Aero Bristell was
announced in 2010. Czech UL type certification was given on 14 December 2011, German type certification for the Bristell UL followed on 17 September 2012.
The ultra-light aeroplane Bristell UL and its LSA modification was designed to comply with both European microlight rules and also the US light-sport aircraft
regulations, by using different versions for each regulatory environment. The aircraft is designed for use in flight training at flight schools, glider towing
and recreational flying. Thanks to the combined comfort of good ergonomic design in the largest cockpit in its category, this aeroplane is ideal for longer
cross-country flights. A tailwheel version of the Bristell is known as TDO, and the Bristell LSA RG version has a retractable undercarriage.
A further development
of the Bristell UL-LSA is the Bristell B23. While the Bristell B23 is very similar to the classic Bristell LSA, its design has been fundamentally modified to withstand much
heavier loads than the previous Bristell UL-LSA models. With the B23, BRM Aero complies with the European CS23 and the American FAR23 guidelines. This immediately explains
the number '23' in the type designation. On 7 October 2020, the Bristell B23 was certifued by the EASA. BRM Aero produced already over 750 Bristell aircraft.
The ICAO Aircraft Type Designator for the BRM Aero Bristell BR23 is BR23 |
|
On 30 June 2023, BRM Aero Bristell B23 s/n 094 was registered PH-AFV with A.G. Harte Holding BV, Heerhugowaard. The PH-AFV is operated by Adventure Flights
at vliegveld Middenmeer. The prop-driven small aeroplane is powered by a single 100 HP BRP - Rotax 912 S3 piston engine.
On 12 March 2025, the 2023-built Adventure Flights' BRM Aero Bristell B23 PH-AFV was seen at Middenmeer airfield (EHMM). |
