Brm Aero Bristell UL
The Bristell UL is a modern Czech ultralight with a wide side-by-side cockpit and a low wing. It was developed from the NG-5 and has become BRM Aero’s best-known light-aircraft line. Its polished composite-and-metal finish gives it a distinctive premium appearance.

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The Bristell UL, BRM Aero's best-known light aircraft, is recognisable by its wide side-by-side cockpit and glossy composite-and-metal finish.
Specifications
| Length | 6.5 m (21 ft) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 8.1 m (27 ft) |
| Height | 2.4 m (8 ft) |
| Maximum passengers | 1 |
| Persons on board | 2 |
| Crew | 1 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 0.7 t |
| Range | 700 NM (1,296 km) |
| Maximum speed | 140 kt (259 km/h) |
| Stall speed | 28 kt (52 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 ft (4,572 m) |
| Optimum ceiling | 10,000 ft (3,048 m) |
| Take-off distance | 120 m (394 ft) |
| Landing distance | 120 m (394 ft) |
| Fuel capacity | 130 l |
| Engines | 1x Rotax 912 iS |
Curated by CatchFlights from manufacturer documents, ICAO Doc 8643 and reference works; values are left out where no source could confirm them. Sources are listed on our credits page.
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