Photo Credit:Fair Use [17 U.S.C. § 107] Bristell B23 Energic has hour flight endurance with 10-minute operational reserve.

Wired Wings: Flying the Bristell B23 Energic Electric Aircraft

19 Sep 2025 | Abstracted from Flying Magazine

The Bristell B23 Energic, an all-electric trainer aircraft from BRM Aero and H55, offers smooth handling, low operating costs ($8–$9/hr), and a 60-minute flight time under EASA rules. FAA limits U.S. flights to 40 minutes due to stricter reserves, but upgrades are planned. Despite reduced payload from battery weight, performance rivals piston aircraft. Its success signals growing momentum in electric aviation.

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