Edra Super Petrel vs Icon A5
The Edra Super Petrel LS and ICON A5 are amphibious LSAs — the Super Petrel a stable biplane flying boat, the A5 a premium monoplane with carbon styling and spin-resistance.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Edra Super Petrel
No active listings right now.
Icon A5
- For sale now
- 20
- Median asking
- $295,000
- Range
- $233,000–$451,000
- Model years available
- 2016–2024
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Edra Super Petrel | Icon A5 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 7 |
| Serious | — | 2 |
| Fatal | — | 1 |
| Fatalities | — | 1 |
| % Fatal | — | 14% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Edra Super Petrel | Icon A5 |
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| Price Range | $68,801 | $233,000 – $451,000 |
| Category | Amphibians | Light Sport |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | 100 HP |
| Cruise Speed | — | 84 kts (156 km/h) |
| Range | — | 427 nm (791 km) |
| Service Ceiling | — | 15,000 ft (4,572 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | — | 1,510 lbs (685 kg) |
| Useful Load | — | 430 lbs (195 kg) |
| Fuel Burn | — | 5.0 GPH (19 L/h) |
| Engines | — | 1 x Piston |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Edra Super Petrel or Icon A5?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The A5 cruises at 84 kts with 427 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Edra Super Petrel: from $68,801.
Icon A5: from $349,900.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Edra Super Petrel and Icon A5?
A5 engine: Rotax 9120-iS (100 hp).
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
A5: 2 seats / 430 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data