The Icon A5 amphibious light sport aircraft (LSA) has received FAA certification in the primary category, which will facilitate certification of the A5 in countries that have reciprocal agreements with the FAA. This includes Australia and countries in Europe, Asia, and South America.
“Receiving FAA type certification for the Icon A5 in the primary category is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the entire Icon team,” said CEO Jerry Meyer. “It allows us to expand our market potential around the world, and it underscores the commitment of Icon Aircraft, to innovation and excellence in design. The Icon A5 offers an unparalleled blend of performance, safety, and versatility, and we are confident that it will captivate the imaginations of new customers and enthusiasts as we expand our sales and marketing presence outside of the U.S.”
Icon’s A5 Certified Edition (CE) is priced at $439,000 for the base model, and adding the optional Garmin two-axis autopilot with LVL button and G3X Touch display brings that to $464,000.
The specifications for the LSA and CE versions are the same, and Icon will produce both, with the LSA for the U.S. market and the CE for international markets that don’t recognize U.S. LSA regulations, according to Icon. The company expects to receive an FAA production certificate in four to six months.