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PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK MODEL A5 FOUNDER’S EDITION Publication ICA012347, Issue A3 Airplane Registration Number:_________________________ Airplane Serial Number:________________________________ Date: 22 August 2018 ICON Aircraft / 2141 ICON Way, Vacaville, CA 95688...
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ICON Aircraft, Inc. 2141 ICON Way Vacaville, CA 95688 https://www.iconaircraft.com All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or copied in any form or by any means without written permission of ICON Aircraft, Inc.
• Updated placard in ELT Remote Control and Audio Alert Indi- cator Chapter 8 • Updated text of Cleaning and Care related to Corrosion Inhib- itor Chapter 9 • Updated FAA Exemption ISSUE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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RECORD OF MANUAL/HANDBOOK REVISIONS / ISSUE A2 ISSUE A2 The following are a list of revisions for Issue A2. Chapter 2 • Changed Complete Aircraft Parachute to ICON Parachute System (IPS) Chapter 3 • Changed Complete Aircraft Parachute to ICON Parachute...
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RECORD OF MANUAL/HANDBOOK REVISIONS / ISSUE A ISSUE A The following are a list of revisions for Issue A. All Chapters • Initial release of Founder’s Edition POH ISSUE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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RECORD OF MANUAL/HANDBOOK REVISIONS / ISSUE A ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK ISSUE A3...
02 August 2017 6. Weight, Balance, and 02 August 2017 Equipment List 7. Description of Airplane 22 August 2018 and Systems 8. Handling and Servicing 22 August 2018 9. Supplements 22 August 2018 ISSUE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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VIII LIST OF EFFECTIVE CHAPTERS / ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK ISSUE A3...
Symbols..........0-4 ASTM STANDARDS FAA-accepted consensus standards are utilized for the design, construction, and continued airworthiness of the ICON A5. This aircraft complies with the following ASTM standards: F2245...
+001 707 564 4000 https://www.iconaircraft.com 0.3 DATA LOCATION INFORMATION Below is the data location and contact information for recovery of certification documentation, should ICON Aircraft lose its ability to support the aircraft. ICON Aircraft, Inc. 2141 ICON Way Vacaville, CA 95688 +001 707 564 4000 0.4 HANDBOOK REVISIONS...
It is the responsibility of the owner to maintain this POH in a current state when it is being used for operational purposes. Owners should contact ICON whenever the revision status of their POH is in question. 0.5 SYMBOLS For a full list of Symbols, Abbreviations, and Terminology, see Chapter 9, Supplements.
Summary of Performance Specifications ....1-4 AIRPLANE INTRODUCTION The ICON A5 is a two-seat, single-engine, amphibious Light Sport Aircraft. The A5 has a conventional high wing, tail-aft configuration with ailerons, flaps, elevator, rudder and water rudder control surfaces.
Max Engine Power at SL 100 hp at 5800 RPM (5 min max) Max Demonstrated Direct Crosswind Component—Land and Water (not a 12 knots limitation) Service Ceiling at Gross Weight (100 15,000 ft ft/min Climb Rate) CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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VFR and IFR Use Limitations ......2-12 ICON Parachute System (IPS) Limitations ... . 2-12 Spin-Resistant Airframe (SRA) Limitations .
Do not exceed this Max Structural speed except in Cruising Speed smooth air. Do not exceed this Never Exceed speed in any Speed operations. 2.3 AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS FIGURE 2-1 AIRSPEED INDICATOR ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
High load concentrations that can be created by things such as stylish shoes, heels, knees, and elbows must be avoided by all people, particularly if heavy. Surfaces approved for standing, sitting, or kneeling: • Cockpit floors CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
At least three (3) out of the six (6) provided anchor loops must be used in order to safely restrain the full baggage/cargo load. Minimum Load Rating of Cargo Restraints (Pilot Supplied) 1000 lb ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
These are not operational limits (-2 g is for NOTE structural load purposes). 2.8 WATER SPEED LIMITATIONS Maximum water speed for landing gear extension/retraction 4 knots (idle power setting) Maximum water speed with water rudder extended 10 knots CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
A list of approved antifreeze is included in the table below: Brand Description BASF Glysantin Protect Plus/G48 CASTROL Antifreeze All-Climate CASTROL Antifreeze Anti-Boil OMB Coolant Plus PETROL Antifreeze Concentrate/ Antifreeze G11 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
1700 ± 75 RPM (A5 requirement) 2.14 ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITATIONS Aircraft Temperature Limitations The design temperature ranges for the aircraft are as follows: Storage: -40°F and 150°F Operations in dry conditions: -20°F to ICAO+50°F (109°F at sea level) CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
If purge bilge light is illuminated, run the bilge to remove acquired water. This is necessary as the A5 does not have an automatic bilge pump and is not designed for prolonged storage in water. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
Operate in VMC only. IMC Flight IMC flight is prohibited. 2.16 ICON PARACHUTE SYSTEM (IPS) LIMITATIONS There are no restrictions on the use of the IPS. Optimal IPS actuation is from level flight above 500 ft AGL. 2.17 SPIN-RESISTANT AIRFRAME (SRA) LIMITATIONS...
Labels and markings on other instruments and controls are not given. 2.19.2 INTERIOR Fuel Shutoff Located on the overhead console. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
LIMITATIONS / PLACARDS 2-14 Max Amperage for USB and 12V Accessory Port Located inside of arm rest in center console. Maneuvering Speed Located on the left side above the ignition and master switch. CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
Parking Brake Located next to the parking brake. Window Removal Procedure Located on the removable window. There are two per aircraft—one on the right side and one on the left side. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
(when installed). Keep Hands Clear Located on the canopy jamb. There are two per aircraft—one on the right side and one on the left side. CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
Passenger Warnings and Kinds of Operation Located near the front of the overhead canopy. Registration Numbers Located on center console of cockpit. Registration numbers are for illustration only. NOTE Your aircraft registration number will be different. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
Do Not Jump Start Located under battery charging terminals on right, inside surface of fuselage near passenger rudder pedals. Fuses Located on overhead console. ELT Remote Switch Located on overhead console on ELT remote control. CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
2-19 LIMITATIONS / PLACARDS Parachute Handle Located on the parachute handle. Parachute Activation Instructions Located on the overhead console just in front of the parachute activation handle. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
Located on the center of the canopy; top side, next to the canopy release lever. Danger Explosive Located on the parachute egress panel adjacent to the engine on the root of the right wing. CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
Located around the perimeter of the parachute installation adjacent to the engine on the root of the right wing. Wing Release Located on both wing tips near the trailing edge on top and bottom surfaces (total of four locations). ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
There are two per aircraft—one on the right side and one on the left side. Tire Pressure Located on main and nose landing gear legs. Keep Static Port Clear Located on both sides of the vertical tail. CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
Light Sport Located on right and left sides of aircraft nose. Color shown for reference only. NOTE Oil Type Located on the inside of the oil door of the engine cowling. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
No Step Wing Located on the upper center wing, left and right side toward the leading edge. Horizontal Stabilizer Tip Locks Located on the underside of the horizontal tail tips, left and right sides. CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
Located behind the canopy on the pilot side near the fuel filler cap. Propeller Warnings Located on either side of the propeller on the flap fence and on the trailing edges of the Seawings™ below the propeller. Left Hand Side Right Hand Side ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
AOA-Pitch for white line (~60 KIAS) Power Operating Maneuvering Speed—1510 lb 87 KIAS Operating Maneuvering Speed—1145 lb 76 KIAS Best Glide Speed AOA-Pitch for white line (~60 KIAS) Emergency Descent Speed for Rapid Max 120 KIAS Descent ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
3. 10 hours max flight time recommended. FUEL PRESS 1. Excessively low or high 1. Land as soon as prac- fuel pressure. tical for trouble- shooting. 2. Power reduction may help. CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
1. Low voltage on main 1. Turn off non-critical bus. equipment. ENGINE 2. If flying, ALT A failure. 2. Land as soon as possible. ALTERNATOR 3. Consider lowering landing gear while battery still strong. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
If vibration stops. 1. Land as soon as practical 1. Land as soon as possible (suitable If vibration continues. landing area) 3.6 ICON PARACHUTE SYSTEM (IPS) ACTUATION IPS actuation is recommended for any of the following: • Loss of Aircraft Control •...
COOLANT TEMPERATURE HIGH 3.7.1 GROUND 1. Throttle—ADVANCE to 3000-4000 RPM (if feasible) If high coolant temperature persists: 2. Shutdown as soon as practical Use of cabin heater may help reduce coolant NOTE temperature. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
2. Landing Area—Select, land within 45° of straight ahead unless sure of sufficient altitude for a turn 3.11 ENGINE FAILURE IN-FLIGHT 1. AOA—white line 2. Landing Site—SELECT 3. Confirm: a. Throttle—above idle b. Master Switch—ON c. Ignition—BOTH d. Fuel Valve—ON CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
4. Land As Soon As Possible 3.14 ELECTRICAL FIRE IN FLIGHT 1. Master Switch—OFF 2. Alternator Circuit Breaker—PULL (in overhead console) 3. Land As Soon As Possible 3.15 INADVERTENT SPIN 1. IPS Handle—PULL HARD 2. Ignition Key—OFF ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
6. If Landing Gear Does Not Retract: a. Landing Gear Handle—DOWN b. Aircraft—SECURE on ramp, beach or dock for further troubleshooting 3.19 LANDING GEAR FAILS TO RETRACT—IN FLIGHT 1. Landing Gear Handle—DOWN CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
If the landing gear still fails to extend : Use of a grass runway may NOTE and suitable water is unavailable. reduce hull damage if forced to land with landing gear not fully down. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
1. Throttle—ADVANCE to 3000-4000 RPM (if feasible) If high oil temperature persists: 2. Shutdown as soon as possible 3.24.2 IN FLIGHT 1. Throttle—REDUCE 2. Airspeed—INCREASE If high oil temperature persists: 3. Land as soon as possible CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
1. If possible, land with cross wind from side of failed brake 2. Rudder Pedal—MAINTAIN directional control 3. Wheel Brake (Operable)—LIGHT APPLICATION as needed 4. Shut down engine and tow back ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
Prior to flight, the aircraft should be inspected in accordance with the following checklists and in the sequence shown in the diagram. Carefully verify that the airplane is in a condition for safe operation. CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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5. Elevator, Hinges, and Pushrod—CHECK FREE and SECURE 6. Trim Tab and Pushrod—CHECK CONDITION and WITHOUT EXCESSIVE PLAY 7. Left HT and Tip—VERIFY CONDITON and LOCKED 4.1.7 (7) LEFT TAIL BOOM 1. Tail Boom and Hull—CHECK CONDITION ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
This is normal; the original RPM will be restored after a short time operating on both lanes. 4.8 BEFORE TAKEOFF 1. Flight Controls—FREE and CORRECT ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
: Confirm landing gear up for water landing. WARNING Aircraft may flip inverted if landed on water with landing gear extended. 1. Landing Gear—UP for water, indicating up 2. Flaps—FULL (30°, <75 KIAS) 3. Water Rudder—UP 4. AOA—WHITE LINE ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
NOTE damage the hull and arrive at the beach with little or no speed. 1. Water Rudder—UP 2. Ignition—OFF 4.17 BEFORE TAXI FROM WATER TO RAMP 1. Throttle—IDLE taxi 2. Landing Gear—DOWN CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
8. Flaps—UP climbing through 100 ft AGL 4.20 SHORT FIELD LANDING 1. Landing Gear—DOWN for the runway (<75 KIAS), indicating down 2. Flaps—FULL (30°, <75 KIAS) before short final 3. Water Rudder—UP ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
4.24 POST-FLIGHT INSPECTION 1. Propeller—CHECK for nicks, water damage 2. Bilge Pump—RUN until no water; then confirm bilge pump and master switch OFF 3. Tie Downs and Chocks—AS REQUIRED 4. General Aircraft Condition—INSPECT ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
Best Rate of Climb Speed, V 58 KIAS Rate of Climb at V (SL) 616 ft/min Rate of Climb at V (SL) 629 ft/min Stall Speed, V (Flaps and landing gear 45 KIAS CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
Decrease distance by 10% for each 8 knots of headwind. Increase distances by 10% for each 4 knots of tailwind. Water run distance may reduce slightly with wave conditions more favorable than glassy. CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
Level and dry asphalt runway Zero wind POH short field takeoff technique Corrections Decrease distances by 10% for each 8 knots of headwind. Increase distances by 10% for each 4 knots of tailwind. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A0...
Increase time, fuel and distance by 5% for each 20°F above standard temperature. From Sea Level Press Alt STD Temp Fuel Used Distance (ft) (°F) Time (min) (gal) (nm) Sea Level 1000 2000 3000 CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
Increase ground roll distance by 30% on dry grass. Total Distance Press Alt (ft) Temp (°F) Ground Roll (ft) from 50 ft Obstacle (ft) 1620 1670 1720 Sea Level 1770 1820 1870 CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
1510 lb Glassy water Zero wind POH approach and normal landing technique except speed at 50 ft is 50 KIAS Short field and normal landing data for water NOTE are identical. Corrections ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A0...
This section describes the procedure and provides relevant reference information to determine the weight and balance of the ICON A5. Additionally, a discussion of the aircraft equipment list is included. The A5 design places the cockpit forward of the flight center of gravity range.
The airplane must be weighed and leveled in a level area. The weighing area should also be calm or indoors to prevent wind from affecting the readings. Check the calibration of the scales used to ensure accurate results. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A0...
Left Main Gear 176.0 Total Total Weight (lb CG Position—FS (in) Calculate the FS location of the CG by dividing the total moment by the total weight. Total Wt (from above)=______ lbs CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
7. Garmin aera 796 Accessory—If carrying the unit onboard, include this line item in the totals. 8. Other—Additional space for other items, if needed. Note that FS must be determined. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A0...
1. Not to exceed 1510 lb 2. See Weight and CG Envelope Limits 6.6.2 CG LIMITS AND STATION INFORMATION Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) 1510 lb Reference Datum FS 154.75 (located on forward face of wing spar carry-through) CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
WEIGHT AND CG ENVELOPE LIMITS 6.7 INSTALLED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT LIST At this time, the ICON A5 has no equipment options or maintenance procedures allowed that affect weight and balance. Any modifications to the aircraft equipment require the prior approval of ICON Aircraft.
WEIGHT, BALANCE, AND EQUIPMENT LIST / INSTALLED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT LIST 6-10 the Major Repair and Alteration (MRA) process, which is part of the A5 maintenance program. CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
When removed, they decrease the aircraft width for easier ground transport or shipping. The A5 Maintenance Manual includes instructions for removal and replacement of the Seawings™ tips. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
The tab is deflected by an electro-mechanical actuator powered through a slide switch at the top of the pilot’s (left) control stick grip. There is no pitch trim control on the passenger control stick. CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
7.4 LANDING GEAR SYSTEM The A5 features a retractable tricycle landing gear with self-centering 360° castering nose wheel. Simple fiberglass gear legs provide shock absorption. Hydraulic disk brakes are used on ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
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The self-centering feature ensures that the nose wheel is aligned correctly for retraction whenever the nose wheel is clear of the ground, whether after takeoff or after it enters the water. CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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: The parking brake is intended only for CAUTION short-term use (<10 minutes) while completing tasks such as folding/unfolding the wings. Never leave the aircraft unat- tended with just the parking brake set. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
30 A, manually reset circuit breaker (1). The fuse panel (2) contains the operational fuses for the electrical systems on the aircraft. The spare fuse area (3) contains readily accessible spare fuses for use as needed. CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
ELT transmits on 121.5 MHz for 1 second, (3 audio sweeps), then transmits a 406 MHz test burst for 550 ms, and then returns to the armed mode. The red LED indicator flashes when the ELT is activated. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
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The horn activates approximately three knots above stall speed (Mid-Yellow AOA) in unaccelerated flight. The horn is disabled below 33 knots to minimize horn activation when on land or water. CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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7.5.2 CENTER CONSOLE FIGURE 7-2 CENTER CONSOLE (1) Trig TC90 VHF radio control unit (2) Trig TC20 Mode S transponder control unit (3) Landing gear control and position indicator (4) Flap control ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
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The master switch is the main electrical switch for the entire aircraft electrical system. In the event it becomes necessary to turn off NOTE the master switch in flight, the engine will continue to run. CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
(3). The AOA gauge collects data from ports located on the leading edge of the left wing. The face of the gauge incorporates a unique ICON design employing green, yellow, and red segments to clearly indicate available lift margin above stall at all times. The airspeed indicator and altimeter are electric gauges connected to the pitot-static system.
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Cluster. (See “Annunciator Panel” on page 7-16.) Not shown in the figure is the panel dimmer knob which is just below the water/coolant temperature gauge (8). The dimmer is used for adjusting the brightness of the instrument lighting. CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
This permits optimization of turn performance safely and efficiently. For cruise, AOA allows for efficient flight by providing a simple cue for optimum range performance. The AOA gauge is disabled at airspeeds below 30 knots. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
The TY91 VHF remote transceiver is installed remotely inside the left-hand side of the nose of the aircraft and is controlled through a TC90 controller unit, located in the center stack console, CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
A5 is augmented by a fan located on the propeller shaft ahead of the spinner. Best cooling on the ground is achieved with engine set from 3000 to 4000 RPM. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
The two-piece hub is made from anodized aluminum. Although the propeller is ground adjustable, NOTE ICON does not permit propeller pitch adjust- ments. 7.10 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The electrical system on the A5 is powered by the Rotax 912iS Sport engine’s integrated internal alternator, charging a 12VDC,...
A fuel filler cap is located on the left side of the fuselage exterior, just aft of the cockpit. There is small tube within the fuel filler neck ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
A detent is located in the motion of the canopy that serves to hold it slightly open for improved ventilation when needed while not in flight. CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
Vent air entering the aircraft is exhausted through several holes in the structure ahead of the rudder up near the horizontal tail. This ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
The water rudder should never be extended in flight. 7.17 ICON PARACHUTE SYSTEM The ICON Parachute System (IPS), made by Ballistic Recovery Systems, Inc. (BRS), is a deployable aircraft parachute system that can be used to safely recover the A5 in an emergency situation when other means are not feasible.
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7-23 DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS / ICON PARACHUTE SYSTEM within 1.7 seconds of actuation and fully inflate within seven seconds. The A5 parachute system is coupled to a landing gear interconnect that automatically extends the landing gear to help cushion the touchdown.
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DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS / ICON PARACHUTE SYSTEM 7-24 CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
: This aircraft should not be used for towing, WARNING including but not limited to glider towing, banner towing, target towing or towing elec- trical receivers or emitters. FIGURE 8-1 APPROPRIATE GROUND HANDLING TECHNIQUE ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A1...
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Exceeding the 96 hours or securing aircraft where it may come in contact with rocks or other abrasive objects may result in visible degradation or permanent damage to paint and/or hull structure. CHANGE A1 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
HANDLING AND SERVICING / MANUAL WING FOLD SYSTEM For instructions on beaching, ramping, docking, mooring, and anchoring please reference the ICON Sport Flying Operations Manual. 8.2.4 JACKING The A5 has three built-in jacking points—two on the undersides of the wings and one at the tail skid. See the A5 Maintenance Manual for further details regarding jacking of the aircraft.
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Place forward hand on wing tip handle, rear hand underneath the trailing edge of the wing tip. Using lower hand, press the release button and lower wing to carry position. CHANGE A1 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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• Under certain conditions, the second wing being extended can be hard to slide home with that wing’s aileron fully trailing edge ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A1...
• Even though the propeller arc clears the folded wing surfaces, ICON does not recommend running the engine or taxiing with wings folded. • An annunciator panel light in the cockpit will warn the pilot when the wing lock system is unlocked.
Rotate the wing about 180° until the top surface of the wing faces down and is horizontal to the ground. Hold the wing tip high. Water can then drain out of the tip and into the main part of the wing. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A1...
This sumping line is routed to the lowest portion of the sump in the fuel tank. ICON supplies a fuel sumping tool with the aircraft for this purpose.
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(burp) sound emanating from the tank. Check the oil level with the dipstick, then replace the dipstick. Replace the cap and latch the oil door when finished. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A1...
If the fluid level is below the maximum level marked on the reservoir, then add mineral brake fluid to bring the level to maximum. Refer to ICON A5 Maintenance Manual for brake fluid servicing instructions.
Any visible salt should be rinsed off as soon as practical. Corrosion Prevention Schedule Level 1 Aircraft used in fresh water only and stored mainly in dry, indoor environment ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A1...
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2. If salt water may have entered the engine inlet, direct water into the engine inlet and through the oil cooler and radiator. This water will drain out the cowling outlet and through the drain at the low point of the firewall. CHANGE A1 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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3. Remove nozzle attachments from garden hose and set water flow to a low gentle rate. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A1...
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Nose gear retraction bellcrank and drag link • Nose gear leg pivot, forward door pivot, and spring • Main gear axle and brake caliper : Do not apply oil to the brake disk or pads. CAUTION CHANGE A1 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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Air rudder lower hinge and drive lugs • All HT tip joint metal parts • All wing fold metal parts • Canopy latch • Brake line B-Nuts and Master cylinder rod ends ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A1...
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HANDLING AND SERVICING / CLEANING AND CARE 8-18 CHANGE A1 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
Stalling Speed or the minimum steady flight speed at which the airplane is controllable with flaps retracted (clean). ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
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Instrument Meteorological Conditions are weather condi- tions below the minimum for flight under visual flight rules— also referred to as IFR conditions. Engine Power Terminology Horsepower (hp) Horsepower is the power developed by the engine. CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
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IFR flight depends upon flying by refer- ence to cockpit instruments and navigation is accomplished by reference to electronic signals. IFR flight in the ICON A5 is prohibited. Mean Sea Level is the sea level halfway between the mean levels of high and low water.
Useful Load Useful Load is the difference between gross weight (MTOW) and empty weight. Other Terminology ICON Parachute System is the ballistic, whole-aircraft para- chute recovery system for the A5. CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
A5. 9.2.1 GARMIN AERA 796 The Garmin aera 796 is an accessory for the ICON A5. The aera 796 presents GPS-derived analog flight instrumentation, position, navigation, and hazard avoidance information to the pilot using a 7”...
SUPPLEMENTS / FLIGHT TRAINING SUPPLEMENT (FTS) 9.3 FLIGHT TRAINING SUPPLEMENT (FTS) Due to the unique capabilities of the A5, ICON requires that all A5 pilots complete a factory-approved training course. ICON has developed a complete ground and flight training program for both beginning and existing pilots that includes the following elements.
9.3.3 ICON PARACHUTE SYSTEM The ICON Parachute System (IPS), made by Ballistic Recovery Systems, Inc. (BRS), is a deployable aircraft parachute system that can be used to safely recover the A5 in an emergency situation when other means are not feasible.
If you have suggestions for improvement or corrections to this POH, please take the time to fill out a copy of the included ‘Manual Improvement or Correction Form’ and mail or email to ICON Aircraft. You can also contact ICON using the phone numbers or email address shown at the bottom of the form.
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TOTAL TIME: DESCRIPTION OF IMPROVEMENT OR CORRECTION: Maintenance Manual Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) Other SIGNATURE DATE Please forward this form and any supporting information to ICON Owner Support at: ICON Aircraft 2141 ICON Way Vacaville, CA 95688 (855) FLY-ICON support@iconaircraft.com ICA009722-...
9.5 CONTINUED OPERATIONAL SAFETY REPORTING Aircraft owners are responsible for reporting Continued Operational Safety concerns to ICON Aircraft. To notify ICON Aircraft of operational or other safety concerns, please call or email. ICON Customer Service and Support can also be reached via the...
Aircraft owners are responsible for keeping their address information up-to-date with ICON Aircraft in order to receive proper support. To notify ICON Aircraft of a change of address or aircraft ownership, please fill out a copy of the included ‘Change of Address/Ownership Form’...
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9-15 SUPPLEMENTS / OWNER CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP NOTICE 2141 ICON Way, Vacaville, CA 95688 - Tel: 707.564.4000 – www.iconaircraft.com CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP FORM AIRCRAFT INFORMATION MODEL: SERIAL NUMBER: REGISTRATION NUMBER: OLD INFORMATION NAME: First Last COMPANY: ADDRESS: Street Address Street Address 2...
Persons exercising the privileges of a sport pilot certificate or student pilots seeking a sport pilot certificate to operate the ICON A5 and to permit flight time obtained in the ICON A5 to be considered flight time obtained in a light-sport aircraft.
Federal Register because the requested extension of the exemption, as amended, would not set a precedent, and any delay in acting on this petition would be detrimental to ICON. The FAA has determined that Exemption No. 10829A, which amended Exemption 10829, erroneously noted that Exemption 10829 provided relief from those sections of the Federal Regulations from which ICON originally requested an exemption.
Persons exercising the privileges of a sport pilot certificate or student pilots seeking a sport pilot certificate to operate the ICON A5 and to permit flight time obtained in the ICON A5 to be considered flight time obtained in a light-sport aircraft.
6. Any person who holds a sport pilot certificate and seeks privileges to operate the ICON A5 aircraft at an airport within, or in airspace within, Class B, C, and D airspace, or in other airspace with an airport having an operational control tower must receive and log the ground and flight training and obtain the endorsement specified in 14 CFR §...
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SUPPLEMENTS / FAA EXEMPTION 9-20 9. ICON must maintain a record of all failures, malfunctions, or defects of the ICON model A5 spin resistant airframe and report any failure, malfunction, or defect of the airframe and any stall or spin related accident or incident involving the model A5 to the Small Airplane Standards Branch within 48 hours after learning of the occurrence.
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