Is the ICON A5 real?

The ICON A5 is an American amphibious light-sport aircraft designed and produced by ICON Aircraft. The first production aircraft made its first flight on July 7, 2014, and made its public debut at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh on July 27, 2014.

What license do you need to fly an ICON A5?

Sport Pilot License
To fly the Light Sport ICON A5, you’ll need your Sport Pilot License (SPL). Your Sport Pilot License will take about 4 weeks to complete. If you’re already a Sport Pilot or above, ICON offers two transition courses depending on your previous experience.

Can you fly an ICON A5 anywhere?

Yes. The A5 is amphibious, so it can land and takeoff from either water or land due to the boat hull design and retractable landing gear.

Is the ICON A5 safe?

Safety-wise, the A5 fleet has had seven accidents, two fatal. In my view, with just 100 out there, this is too few to judge the airplane fairly.

How expensive is an ICON A5?

+ Learn what features come standard on the 2021 ICON A5 Limited Edition (S-LSA) + View appearance options and available avionics configurations + Learn more about transition … All this comes at a hefty price tag, the ICON A5 costs 269,000 USD; however, for the fully equipped version the price is 389,000 USD.

How far can you fly in an ICON A5?

The A5 can fly or cruise at a maximum speed of 105k. Its maximum take-off weight is 1,430lb. The take-off and landing distance of the plane is 750ft and its range is 300 nautical miles. The fuel tank can store 20gal.

How much does it cost to rent ICON A5?

Deposit holders pay $50 monthly dues, which covers A5 renter’s insurance, $250 per hour for the aircraft and can schedule the A5 up to 45 days in advance. Non-position holders pay a $500 initiation fee, $50 dues for insurance coverage, $300 per hour for the aircraft and can schedule the rental up to 30 days in advance.

How far can the ICON A5 fly?

The A5 can fly or cruise at a maximum speed of 105k. Its maximum take-off weight is 1,430lb. The take-off and landing distance of the plane is 750ft and its range is 300 nautical miles.

What is the cost of an ICON A5?

Built to be safe, easy to fly and with an interior that looks remarkably like the inside of a modern car. All this comes at a hefty price tag, the ICON A5 costs 269,000 USD; however, for the fully equipped version the price is 389,000 USD.

What’s the cheapest airplane to buy?

The Most Affordable Single-Engine Planes – Our Top 9 Picks

  • Less than $20k. Cessna 150. Ercoupe. Luscombe Silvaire.
  • Lower $20,000s. Aeronca Champ. Beechcraft Skipper.
  • Upper $20,000s. Cessna 172. Stinson 108.
  • $40,000+ Pre-201 Mooney M20.

How fast does an A5 fly?

193 km/h
ICON A5/Top speed

What kind of fuel does the Icon A5 use?

The A5 uses the electronically fuel injected version, the 912 iS Sport, which delivers even better efficiency and extremely simple operation in all conditions. It accepts either 100LL and 91 octane auto gasoline.