What happened icon aircraft?
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) determined that the cause was “the pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering at a low altitude.” The board found no fault with the aircraft.
How much does ICON aircraft Cost?
Cost of the ICON A5 A fully equipped 2018 model will set you back around $296,000, while the ICON A5 Limited Edition (S-LSA) starts at $359,000 for delivery in the US. The plane’s total variable operating cost per hour is $79.
What is the new flight display for the ICON A5?
VACAVILLE, Calif. – ICON Aircraft, maker of the revolutionary ICON A5 Light Sport Aircraft, is offering the Garmin G3X TouchTM flight display as a new option on Model Year 2021 ICON A5 Limited Edition aircraft. The G3X Touch 7” flight display, which will become available in mid-2021, replaces the Garmin aera® 796. The new system …
Who is the president of ICON Aircraft?
VACAVILLE, Calif. – ICON Aircraft, maker of the revolutionary ICON A5 Light Sport Aircraft, has named Jason Huang as President. In that role, Huang will oversee all business functions, with a particular focus on maintaining manufacturing excellence, product development and innovation, and providing an ownership experience that is second to none.
Will the ICON Aircraft team be at the US aircraft Expo?
The ICON Aircraft Team will be in attendance at the US Aircraft Expo in Addison, TX this coming weekend, September 17 – 18. For those interested in potential ownership, the ICON Demo Team will be onsite to provide sales demo flights through September 20 – 21. If you would like to attend the event, please …
When was the first ICON A5 built?
On July 28, 2014, ICON Aircraft unveiled the first production ICON A5 built with production tooling and using production methods and components. This aircraft successfully completed its first flight July 7, 2014.