Official pilot operating handbook for the ICON A5 aircraft, covering procedures, limitations, emergency protocols, and performance specs.
This is the official Pilot’s Operating Handbook for the ICON A5, a two-seat, single-engine, amphibious Light Sport Aircraft. It details operational procedures, emergency protocols, performance specs, and aircraft configurations. The document includes revisions and updates as of Issue B dated January 12, 2021, with sections covering general information, limitations, emergency procedures, normal procedures, performance, weight and balance, systems, handling, and supplements. It also lists approved fuel, oil, and coolant specifications for safe operation.
| Gross Weight | 1510 lbf |
|---|---|
| Top Speed at SL, VH (MCP, 5500 RPM) | 95 KTAS |
| Cruise Speed, 5000 RPM, 8000 ft | 84 KTAS |
| Range (5000 RPM, 8000 ft, including takeoff and climb from SL) | 427 nm (with 45 min reserve) |
| Max Engine Power at SL | 100 hp at 5800 RPM (5 min max) |
| Service Ceiling at Gross Weight (100 ft/min Climb Rate) | 15,000 ft |
| Approved Fuel | Unleaded automotive fuel with up to 10% maximum ethanol content meeting ASTM D4814 with minimum RON 95 (minimum Anti-Knock Index 91) Grade 100LL aviation gasoline (AVGAS) meeting ASTM D910 |
| Recommended Oil | Shell brand AeroShell Sport Plus 4 |
| Engine Coolant | 50% ethylene glycol based antifreeze and 50% distilled water |
100 hp at 5800 RPM (5 min max).
Unleaded automotive fuel with up to 10% maximum ethanol content meeting ASTM D4814 with minimum RON 95 (minimum Anti-Knock Index 91) Grade 100LL aviation gasoline (AVGAS) meeting ASTM D910.
15,000 ft.
Shell brand AeroShell Sport Plus 4.