Icon A5 Aircraft 2010s

The ICON A5 is a sporty, amphibious Light Sport aircraft built for recreational flying fun — a carbon-composite amphibian with folding wings (trailerable), a Rotax 912iS, an angle-of-attack gauge and a spin-resistant airframe, designed to operate from land or water with a "powersports" ease-of-use philosophy. Distinctive styling and a focus on safety and accessibility make it one of the most recognizable modern LSAs.

Icon A5 aircraft for sale

9 used Icon A5 aircraft for sale 2010s · 2-seat · Used median asking $280,000 · updated 19 hours ago

Icon A5 Specifications

Model spec

The Icon A5 is a 2-seat light sport with a cruise speed of 84 kt (156 km/h), a range of 427 nm (791 km), and a useful load of 430 lbs (195 kg).

Performance
Cruise84 kt (156 km/h)
Max Speed95 kt (176 km/h)
Range427 nm (791 km)
Service Ceiling15,000 ft (4,572 m)
Engine & Fuel
EngineRotax 9120-iS
Horsepower100 HP
Fuel Burn5.0 GPH (19 L/h)
ICAO TypeA5
Weights & Seats
Seats2
Max Gross Weight1,510 lbs (685 kg)
Useful Load430 lbs (195 kg)
Production2014–present

Icon A5 for Sale

Icon A5 asking prices range from $230,000 to $385,000, with a median of $280,000 (market reference $310,000).

$230,000
For Sale
Reg# N519BA US
Location Las Vegas, NV
$235,000
For Sale
Total Time 735
Reg# N766BA US
Location Cino, CA
Multiple sources
$239,500
For Sale
Reg# N268BA US
Location Iowa City, IA
Multiple sources
$275,000
For Sale
Total Time 190
Reg# N238BA US
Location Vacaville, CA
$279,000
For Sale
Total Time 143
Reg# N120BA US
Location San Diego, CA
Listed 2mo ago
$280,000
For Sale
Reg# N6DC US
Location Tampa, FL
Listed 1mo ago
$295,000
For Sale
Total Time 343
Reg# N204BA US
Location Phoenixville, PA
Multiple sources
$349,900
For Sale
Total Time 43
Reg# N217BA US
Location Richmond, VA
Multiple sources
Contact for Price
On Request
Total Time 108
Reg# N705BA US
Location Opa-Locka, FL
Multiple sources

Compare Icon A5

See how the Icon A5 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.

Icon A5 Price & Cost

How much does a Icon A5 cost? Used A5 prices: $230K – $385K, average $280K (median $280K); market reference $310K, across 10 priced of 9 active listings.

Icon A5 Price Guide

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

Icon A5 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (5.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$3,100/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

Buying a Used Icon A5

Buying a Icon A5 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Category & paperwork — S-LSA; verify operating privileges and ICON's ownership/operating-agreement history.
  • Rotax 912iS — hours, TBO, rubber-replacement status.
  • Amphibious hull & gear — hull condition, retractable-gear systems/indicators, marine corrosion (critical).
  • Composite airframe — delamination, repairs, hangar history.
  • Folding wings & equipment — fold mechanism/seals; Garmin avionics + AoA; verify ADS-B Out.

Frequently Asked Questions — Icon A5

Cost?
From $230,000 to $385,000, median $280,000 across 9 listings.
Why an ICON A5?
Fun, easy amphibious sport flying — land or water, trailerable, safety-focused. The key

Icon A5 Inventory by Country

United States21

Icon A5 by Price

Under $500k1

Recently Sold Icon A5

2023 A5$370,000

Icon A5 Safety Record

Across all A5 variants, 7 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2019–2025. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.

7

Total Events

3

Incidents

2

Serious

1

Fatal

Most Recent Events

Date Location Severity Probable Cause
Feb 25, 2025 Smithville, TN Minor The pilot’s failure to retract the landing gear prior to landing in water. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s …
Jun 30, 2023 Onamia, MN Fatal (1) The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the water while flying at a low altitude.
Jun 23, 2023 Donam Port, Serious
Jun 03, 2020 Duluth, MN Incident The pilot’s failure to remove an object from the airplane’s exterior, which impacted the propeller blades when he applie…
Nov 02, 2019 Chester, CT Incident The pilot's failure to maintain a proper approach angle in dark night conditions, which resulted in a collision with tre…

NTSB records 2019–2025. Includes all Icon A5 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.

Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
Listings last refreshed 19 hours ago · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data