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ICON A5 Amphibious Light Sport Aircraft 2021 Limited Edition / Starting at $359,000 (US Only) ICON A5 Amphibious Light Sport Aircraft 2021 Limited Edition / Starting at $359,000 (US Only) Specifications: Safety Features: Warranty Period: Seats: Two Spin-Resistant Airframe (SRA) Engine: 2 years or 400 Hours Max Takeoff Weight: 1510 lbs (686.4 kg) Angle of Attack Indicator (AoA) Paint and Graphics: 1 year Range: 427nm (45 min reserve) ICON Parachute System (IPS) Structural Components: 10 years Useful Load: 430 lbs (minimum) Planing Wingtips Parts and Other Components: 1 year Baggage: 60 lbs (maximum) Low Stall Speed Consult Purchase Agreement and A5 Limited Warranty Interior Cockpit Width: 46 in (116.8 cm) for comprehensive warranty information. Maximum Speed (Vh): 96 KCAS (109 mph / 176 kph) Standard Features: Rotax 912 iS Sport, Electronic Fuel Injection Engine Electrically Extendable Water Rudder Electronic Attitude Indicator (EAI) Retractable Landing Gear Passenger-Side Flight Controls Analog Flight Instrumentation 20 Gallon Fuel Tank Removable Tail Tips Night Lighting Package Berringer Wheels and Brakes Replaceable Seawings™ Tips Cockpit Intercom System Electric Pitch Trim Cabin Heater Limited Edition Exterior Paint Manual Wingfold Removable Windows Limited Edition Interior Standard Documentation: Training / Miscellaneous: Pilot Operating Handbook (POH) A5 Transition Training Course Voucher Airworthiness Certificate Limited Warranty Maintenance Manual (MM) Accessories Kit Weight and Balance Data ASTM Standards: Aircraft will meet or exceed: A) requirements established by ASTM F2245 standard: “Standard for Specifications for Design and Performance of a Light Sport Airplane,” or B) conditions set forth by the FAA in an FAA exemption that allows operation under 14 CFR. 2141 ICON Way [email protected] December 01, 2020 Vacaville, CA 95688 707.564.4100 Effective Date iconaircraft.com Avionics Configurations Garmin aera 796 (Standard) Garmin G3X Touch™ ($15,500) Garmin G3X Touch™ with Autopilot ($25,000) ■ Touch screen control with split and full-screen display ■ Split and full-screen display modes for moving map, Add the comfort and convenience of 2 axis autopilot to modes for moving map and synthetic vision. synthetic vision, and attitude indicator with HSI. your G3X Touch™-equipped A5. The autopilot system in the ICON A5 includes the Garmin GMC 507 control pan- ■ Detachable mount. ■ Integrated touch screen control of both Radio and el, which provides a dedicated interface for advanced Transponder. ■ Trig VHF Communication Radio. autopilot modes and includes the safety-enhancing ■ Display of engine parameters of the Rotax 912iS. return-to-level (LVL) button. ■ Trig Mode C Transponder with ADS-B Out. ■ ADS-B In and Out included. ■ Integrated or portable ADS-B In available as an add-on. ■ Bluetooth transfer of flight plans. ■ Bluetooth transfer of flight plans. ■ Realtime display of outside air temperature, true airspeed, and density altitude. Appearance Options ($7,500) The Velocity and Pursuit appearance options bring an even sportier feel to sport flying. Striking in their own differences, these exterior options deliver an additional level of personalization for new owners. Velocity Pursuit Embodying the bold and uncompromising mission of the ICON A5. Inspired by the A5’s automotive and powersport design roots. Additional Training Packages TX-L Package ($4,500) TX-S Package ($3,000) ICON Flight Instructor ($5,500) Training Package 2141 ICON Way [email protected] December 01, 2020 Vacaville, CA 95688 707.564.4100 Effective Date iconaircraft.com.
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