Bristell
Power-packed SLSA
The Bristell is a low-wing special light sport aircraft whose sleek and sporty design seems to have been intended for a larger, faster airplane.
The 915iS version was introduced to the U.S. market in 2020 with a 141-horsepower fuel-injected Rotax 915iS turbo. In other words, it’s an LSA with some muscle. Carrying two adults and 20 gallons of fuel, it can climb at better than 1,200 feet per minute. An optional four-blade DUC propeller adds a bit of warbird style as well as enhanced performance.
Built in the Czech Republic by BRM Aero, the Bristell 915 has a modern, ergonomic interior and some interesting design features, such as wing lockers that boost the amount of baggage space a typical LSA has. Although the Bristell itself is small in stature, the cockpit is roomy at 51 inches wide, and the airplane has a huge canopy that folds forward like that of a Diamond.
Quick Look
Looking to buy?
See how the Bristell 915 measures up:
How much: Bristell’s U.S. dealer showed new inventory with lots of options such as long-range tanks, IFR-certified Garmin avionics, premium paint schemes, and more starting at $375,000. Older models may be available for less.
Buy it: If you want a modern LSA with more power and speed than others in its class.
Skip it: If you find yourself thinking “I could buy three Piper Cubs for that!”
