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Interesting facts about the ICON A5
✈ ICON Aircraft builds the A5 in the United States. Final assembly takes place in Vacaville, California.
✈ The A5 is an amphibious LSA with a carbon-fiber hull, retractable landing gear and folding wings for storage and transport.
✈ Power comes from a Rotax 912iS Sport engine rated at 100 hp. It accepts 91-octane unleaded auto fuel or 100LL avgas.
✈ ICON equips the cockpit with an angle-of-attack indicator as standard. The system helps pilots manage stalls at low speed.
✈ A whole-airframe parachute is standard on U.S.-registered A5s and optional in other markets.
✈ The FAA approved a higher gross weight in 2024. Useful load increased to 490 lb on current-production aircraft.
✈ Typical missions include sport flying, seaplane training, coastal touring and back-country lake operations.
✈ ICON states max speed of 95 KCAS and a 427 nm range with a 45-minute reserve. Water and runway performance suit short strips and coves.
ICON A5 Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. Do not use this information for flight planning or aircraft operations. Model year, modifications, options and weight can affect the details below. Always confirm exact specifications with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority.
Length: 7.01 m (23 ft 0 in)
Wingspan: 10.62 m (34 ft 10 in)
Height: 2.46 m (8 ft 1 in)
Empty Weight (typical): 490 kg (1,080 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 712 kg (1,570 lb)
Fuel Capacity (tank / usable): 76.1 L / 75.7 L (20.1 / 20.0 US gal)
Baggage Capacity (max): 27.2 kg (60 lb)
Cruise Speed (75% @ 8,000 ft): 85 KTAS
Range (with 45-min reserve): 427 nm (491 mi, 791 km)
Service Ceiling: 15,000 ft
Rate of Climb (at VY): 629 ft/min
Stall Speed (clean VS1): 45 KIAS
Stall Speed (landing VSO): 39 KIAS
Takeoff Distance: Runway 640 ft · Water 840 ft
Landing Distance: Runway 590 ft · Water 700 ft
FAQs About the ICON A5
How much does an ICON A5 cost?
New factory pricing in 2024 listed a base price of about US$409,000. ICON’s 2025 site shows “starting at” US$394,000 in the U.S. market. Pre-owned asking prices in 2024–2025 commonly range from about US$220,000 to US$370,000 depending on year, time, avionics and options.
What pilot certificate do I need to fly the A5?
You can fly the ICON A5 with a Sport Pilot certificate when operated as an S-LSA in the United States. Transition training is still required for water operations and for insurance.
What fuel does the A5 use and how much does it burn?
The Rotax 912iS runs on 91-octane unleaded auto fuel or 100LL. Typical cruise fuel burn is about 3.8 gph at 75% power. ICON quotes less than 5 gph at many cruise settings.
What performance should buyers expect on the water?
ICON publishes 840 ft for water takeoff and 700 ft for water landing under standard conditions. Actual distances vary with weight, density altitude, technique and surface state.
Where is the ICON A5 built and supported?
ICON assembles the A5 in Vacaville, California, and provides factory training and support. Many service centers and seaplane schools also maintain and operate the type.
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