Gabriel
The Blackshape Gabriél is our certified aircraft designed to offer operational flexibility, comfortable crew accommodation and outstanding visibility. It is equipped with modern glass cockpit environment and capable of top performance and flight qualities. A disruptive two-seat tandem aircraft with outstanding performance.
Awarded in 2019 as the most innovative aircraft by Aerokurier, an international historic trade magazine, Gabriél is a two-seater certified aircraft designed for a superior flight experience.
Redefining flight itself
The all-carbon-fiber aircraft features tandem seats, retractable landing gear, and a Hartzell three-blade composite constant speed propeller driven by a 160-horsepower Lycoming IO-320.
Gabriél has been designed to offer operating versatility, a comfortable cockpit and an exceptional view thanks to the glass cockpit cover.
DESIGN CRAFTMANSHIP
01. DESIGN CRAFTMANSHIP
Quality is a dominant principal of Blackshape encompassing every single action we take, ensuring that every aircraft that leaves our premises exceeds your expectations. Blackshape uses highest quality prepregs, steel and aluminum in its products, following this philosophy driven by an unending quest for quality. Blackshape takes care of all the carbon fiber processes from lamination and moulding to autoclave curing processes and assembly.
02. ENGINE
The Blackshape Gabriel is available in a single engine configuration: the Lycoming IO-320-D1B: 160 hp (119 kW) at 2700 rpm, Minimum fuel grade 100/130 or 91/96 avgas, compression ratio 8.50:1.
03. AVIONICS
The avionics aboard the include Aspen Avionics’ EFD1000 Pro primary flight display, EFD1000 multi flight display, Garmin GMA340 audio panel, Garmin GTX335R transponder, Garmin GNC255 navigation/communication radios and Garmin GTN650 touchscreen with GPS/ navigation/communication systems.
DESIGN CRAFTMANSHIP
01. DESIGN CRAFTMANSHIP
Quality is a dominant principal of Blackshape encompassing every single action we take, ensuring that every aircraft that leaves our premises exceeds your expectations. Blackshape uses highest quality prepregs, steel and aluminum in its products, following this philosophy driven by an unending quest for quality. Blackshape takes care of all the carbon fiber processes from lamination and moulding to autoclave curing processes and assembly.
02. ENGINE
The Blackshape Gabriel is available in a single engine configuration: the Lycoming IO-320-D1B: 160 hp (119 kW) at 2700 rpm, Minimum fuel grade 100/130 or 91/96 avgas, compression ratio 8.50:1.
03. AVIONICS
The avionics aboard the include Aspen Avionics’ EFD1000 Pro primary flight display, EFD1000 multi flight display, Garmin GMA340 audio panel, Garmin GTX335R transponder, Garmin GNC255 navigation/communication radios and Garmin GTN650 touchscreen with GPS/ navigation/communication systems.
Always at your side
In creating such a performing aircraft safety must be a top priority. For Blackshape safety is instilled in every aspect of the design and manufacture. Safety is so important for Blackshape that all the safety features are standard on our aircraft. Safety is accomplished through incredibly reliable electrical systems, thanks to MIL certified wiring, an advanced breakers system plus temperatures and fuel capacity sensors. In addition the safety features include four points certified safety belts, ballistic parachute and anti-blast fuel tanks.

Always at your side
In creating such a performing aircraft safety must be a top priority. For Blackshape safety is instilled in every aspect of the design and manufacture. Safety is so important for Blackshape that all the safety features are standard on our aircraft. Safety is accomplished through incredibly reliable electrical systems, thanks to MIL certified wiring, an advanced breakers system plus temperatures and fuel capacity sensors. In addition the safety features include four points certified safety belts, ballistic parachute and anti-blast fuel tanks.
Tech Specs
Dimensions
Wing area | 110,98 ft2 |
Wing span | 29,52 ft |
Height overall | 8,07 ft |
Length overall | 24,41 ft |
Weight and lods
Max Take Off Weight | 1,873.4 Lb |
Engine and propeller
Horsepower | 160 Hp |
Engine | Lycoming IO-320-D1B |
Propeller | Hartzell Raptor Series Composites |
Performance
Takeoff Over 50ft Obstacle | 1640 ft |
Max Rate of Climb (MTOW, SL) | 1350 fpm |
Max Operating Altitude | 15000 ft |
Max Level Speed (SL) | 160 KTAS |
Landing Distance to 50ft | 2231 ft |
Load Factor | +4.4 / – 2 g |
Range @ Best Economy | 400 nm |
Avionics
- Primary Flight Display: EFD1000 Pro, Aspen
- Multi Flight Display: EFD1000, Aspen
- Engine Monitoring: EDM900, J.P. Instruments
- NAV1/COM1: GTN650, Garmin
- NAV2/COM2: GNC255, Garmin
- Transponder: GTX335R, Garmin
- Audio Panel: GMA340, Garmin
- Stall Warning
- ELT: E04 406 MHz, ACK Technoligies
- KLR10 Lift Reserve Indicator (optional)
Airframe and system
- 2 x fuel tanks anti-blast
- Differential Brakes
- Electrically Actuated Landin Gear
- Full Carbon Fiber Structure
- Dual Control Stick
- Baggage Allowed up to 72,75 Lb
Tech Specs
Dimensions
Wing area | 110,98 ft2 |
Wing span | 29,52 ft |
Height overall | 8,07 ft |
Length overall | 24,41 ft |
Weight and lods
Max Take Off Weight | 1,873.4 Lb |
Engine and propeller
Horsepower | 160 Hp |
Engine | Lycoming IO-320-D1B |
Propeller | Hartzell Raptor Series Composites |
Performance
Takeoff Over 50ft Obstacle | 1640 ft |
Max Rate of Climb (MTOW, SL) | 1350 fpm |
Max Operating Altitude | 15000 ft |
Max Level Speed (SL) | 160 KTAS |
Landing Distance to 50ft | 2231 ft |
Load Factor | +4.4 / – 2 g |
Range @ Best Economy | 400 nm |
Avionics
- Primary Flight Display: EFD1000 Pro, Aspen
- Multi Flight Display: EFD1000, Aspen
- Engine Monitoring: EDM900, J.P. Instruments
- NAV1/COM1: GTN650, Garmin
- NAV2/COM2: GNC255, Garmin
- Transponder: GTX335R, Garmin
- Audio Panel: GMA340, Garmin
- Stall Warning
- ELT: E04 406 MHz, ACK Technoligies
- KLR10 Lift Reserve Indicator (optional)
Airframe and system
- 2 x fuel tanks anti-blast
- Differential Brakes
- Electrically Actuated Landin Gear
- Full Carbon Fiber Structure
- Dual Control Stick
- Baggage Allowed up to 72,75 Lb