ICON Aircraft has introduced ICON Sense, a new flight safety system designed specifically for the A5 amphibious light sport aircraft. By integrating GPS, radar altimeters, and advanced software, the system alerts pilots to improper landing gear configurations, minimizing distractions and enhancing overall flight safety.
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Teen develops products to make flying safer and more enjoyable
A teenager has solved a problem facing ICON aircraft owners and is now working on products for other aircraft.
New owner for ICON
Officials with ICON Aircraft report they have completed the sale of the bankrupt company’s assets to SG Investment America.
ICON selects stalking horse bidder
ICON’s proposed stalking horse bidder, SG Investment America, has been designated to make the first bid on the bankrupt company’s assets, setting the low-end bar on other potential bidders.
ICON Aircraft files for bankruptcy
Company officials say they are looking to sell the business under Section 363 of the Bankruptcy Code, “while continuing to support its customers and operations during the Chapter 11 process.”
ICON boosts A5’s gross weight, useful load
The ICON A5’s gross weight has been increased by 60 pounds, resulting in a new useful load of 490 pounds.
FAA certification for the ICON A5
With the new approval, ICON Aircraft is “one of only a few Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) manufacturers in the world to meet the certification standards of the FAA,” according to officials with the Vacaville, California-based company.
ICON reaches milestone
The company started delivering to customers in earnest in early 2018, officials said, noting A5 owners are located in 30 states and 13 countries across five continents.
ICON Aircraft unveils new propeller and more at AirVenture
ICON Aircraft unveiled a new propeller, and more, at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023, as well as gave an update on the company’s upcoming Type Certification for the ICON A5.