ICON A5 FOUNDER’S EDITION Pilot Operating Handbook

ICON A5 FOUNDER’S EDITION Pilot Operating Handbook

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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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  • Page 1 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...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3: Record Of Manual/Handbook Revisions

    • 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...
  • Page 4 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...
  • Page 5 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...
  • Page 6 RECORD OF MANUAL/HANDBOOK REVISIONS / ISSUE A ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK ISSUE A3...
  • Page 7: List Of Effective Chapters

    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...
  • Page 8 VIII LIST OF EFFECTIVE CHAPTERS / ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK ISSUE A3...
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Supplements ....... . .9 ISSUE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 11: Introduction

    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...
  • Page 12: Change A0

    +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...
  • Page 13: Change A0

    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.
  • Page 15: Parameter

    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.
  • Page 16: Change A0

    1.8' WING FOLD EXTENSION 34.8' 7.8' WINGS FOLDED Ø68" 8.3' FOLDED WING CONFIGURATION GROUND DATUM 5.8' 7.5' SEAWING TIP REMOVED 8.0' 23.0' FOLDED WING CONFIGURATION 8.1' 7.3' GROUND DATUM 2.3" 2" 7.7' ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A0...
  • Page 17: Parameter

    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...
  • Page 19 VFR and IFR Use Limitations ......2-12 ICON Parachute System (IPS) Limitations ... . 2-12 Spin-Resistant Airframe (SRA) Limitations .
  • Page 20: Airspeed Indicator Markings

    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...
  • Page 21: Service Ceiling

    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...
  • Page 22: Baggage/Cargo Limitations

    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...
  • Page 23: Load Factors

    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...
  • Page 24: Approved Maneuvers

    2.10 FUEL LIMITATIONS Total Fuel Capacity 20.1 US gallons Total Usable Fuel 20 US gallons ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A2...
  • Page 25: Approved Types Of Fuel

    ICON Owner Support. The problem may be poor fuel quality or an inappropriate blend of automotive fuel. If these are the case...
  • Page 26: Engine Oil Limitations

    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...
  • Page 27: Engine

    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...
  • Page 28: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 29: Vfr And Ifr Use Limitations

    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...
  • Page 30: General Information

    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...
  • Page 31: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 32: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 33: Limitation

    (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...
  • Page 34: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 35: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 36: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 37: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 38: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 39: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 40: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 41: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 42: Limitation

    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...
  • Page 43: Limitation

    LIMITATIONS / PLACARDS 2-26 On Right Hand, Top, Trailing Edge of Seawings™ Below Propeller On Left Hand, Top, Trailing Edge of Seawings™ Below Propeller CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 45: Emergency Procedures

    Abnormal Engine Vibration ......3-6 ICON Parachute System (IPS) Actuation ... . . 3-6 Coolant Temperature High .
  • Page 46: Airspeeds For Emergency Operations

    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...
  • Page 47: Annunciator Panel Caution Lights

    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...
  • Page 48: Annunciator Panel Warning Lights

    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...
  • Page 49: Abnormal Engine Vibration

    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 •...
  • Page 50: Coolant Temperature High

    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...
  • Page 51: Emergency Rapid Descent

    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...
  • Page 52: Engine Fire On Ground/Start

    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...
  • Page 53: Icing Encounter

    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...
  • Page 54: Landing Gear Fails To Extend

    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...
  • Page 55: Loss Of Control

    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...
  • Page 56: Overvoltage

    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...
  • Page 57 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES / WHEEL BRAKE FAILURE 3-14 CHANGE A2 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 59: Normal Procedures

    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...
  • Page 60: Preflight Inspection

    9. Landing Gear Position Indicator—VISUALLY VERIFY DOWN (land)/UP (water) 10. Bilge Pump—ON (verify operation & bilge empty)/OFF 11. Water Rudder—VISUALLY inspect and VERIFY operation 12. Circuit Breakers and Fuses—CHECK IN and NONE LIT 13. Master Switch—OFF ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
  • Page 61 4.1.4 (4) RIGHT INBOARD WING AND ENGINE 1. Parachute Cover—CHECK SECURE 2. Main Landing Gear—CHECK CONDITION 3. Tires—CHECK CONDITION, wear 4. Brakes—CHECK CONDITION, wear, fluid leaks 5. Seawings™ and Hull Step—NO DAMAGE 6. Fuselage Vortex Generators (5)—CHECK SECURE CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 62 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...
  • Page 63 10. Pitot Tube—CHECK CLEAR 11. Seawings™ LE—CHECK CONDITION 12. Bilge Outlet—CHECK CLEAR 4.1.11 (11) FUEL AND ENGINE OIL 1. Fuel Cap—REMOVE 2. Fuel—SUMP via access port and INSPECT fuel 3. Fuel Cap—SECURE (tab swings down) CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 64: Before Cockpit Entry

    7. Annunciator Panel—PRESS to test; VERIFY all lights illuminate 8. Landing Gear Position Indicator—DOWN (land)/UP (water) 9. Bilge Pump—On (verify operation & bilge empty)/OFF 10. Fuel Valve—ON 11. IPS Safety Pin—REMOVE and stow ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
  • Page 65: Engine Start

    2. Radio and Transponder—ON ALT (VFR 1200) 3. AWOS — RECORD as required 4. Altimeter—SET/VERIFY 5. GPS—SET as required 6. Exterior Lights—ON as required 7. Engine Instruments—CHECK 8. Parking Brake—RELEASE CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 66: Taxiing

    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...
  • Page 67: Normal Takeoff-Land

    4. Water Rudder—UP 5. Throttle—MAX 6. Stick—POSITION for minimum water drag 7. Flaps—RETRACT when safely airborne above 50 KIAS (<75 KIAS) 4.11 CLIMB 1. Airspeed—58 KIAS for best rate of climb 2. Instruments—MONITOR CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 68: Cruise

    : 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...
  • Page 69: Normal Landing

    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...
  • Page 70: Short Field Takeoff

    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...
  • Page 71: Soft Field Landing

    8. Throttle—Set RPM to establish 100-150 ft/min decent (approx 3700-4000 RPM) 9. After Touchdown—throttle to idle 4.23 SHUTDOWN 1. Brakes—HOLD (on land) 2. Flaps—UP 3. Trim—SET takeoff 4. Engine—STABILIZE at idle (2 minutes in hot conditions) CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 72: Post-Flight Inspection

    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...
  • Page 73 NORMAL PROCEDURES / POST-FLIGHT INSPECTION 4-16 CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 75: Performance

    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...
  • Page 76: Airspeed Calibration

    Climb Rate) 5.2 AIRSPEED CALIBRATION Conditions Level flight Assumed zero instrument error Flap Setting Airspeeds KIAS Flaps 0° KCAS KIAS — Flaps 15° KCAS — KIAS — Flaps 30° KCAS — ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A0...
  • Page 77: Temperature Conversion Chart

    AND CELSIUS 5.4 STALL SPEEDS Conditions 1510 lb Power idle Most forward center of gravity Assumed zero instrument error Angle of Bank Flap Setting 0° 30° 45° 60° 0° KIAS 15° KIAS KIAS CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 78: Normal Runway Takeoff Performance

    Temp (°F) Ground Roll (ft) Obstacle (ft) 1220 1320 1410 Sea Level 1510 1620 1730 1500 1630 1750 2000 1890 2030 2180 1890 2060 2230 4000 1030 2420 1110 2620 1200 2820 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A0...
  • Page 79: Water Takeoff Performance

    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...
  • Page 80: Short Field Runway Takeoff Performance

    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...
  • Page 81: Rate Of Climb

    2100 1670 1830 2010 6000 1000 2190 1090 2390 1180 2610 1010 2230 1120 2480 1250 2750 8000 1380 3040 1520 3360 1680 3710 5.8 RATE OF CLIMB Conditions 1510 lb Flaps—0° CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 82: Cruise Performance

    22.0 3.68 23.0 5500 5.05 18.8 4.77 19.8 4.51 20.9 4500 2.91 25.1 2.76 26.2 2.65 26.9 6000 5000 3.77 22.5 3.57 23.6 3.41 24.6 5500 4.64 20.3 4.36 21.6 4.14 22.6 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A0...
  • Page 83: Time, Fuel, And Distance To Climb

    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...
  • Page 84: Range And Endurance

    Range Range RPM KTAS ance KTAS ance KTAS ance (nm) (nm) (nm) (ft) (hrs) (hrs) (hrs) 4500 5000 Level 5500 4500 2000 5000 5500 4500 4000 5000 5500 4500 6000 5000 5500 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A0...
  • Page 85: Normal Runway Landing Performance

    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...
  • Page 86: Water Landing Performance

    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...
  • Page 87: Short Field Runway Landing Performance

    2440 2500 2360 2430 6000 2500 2580 2650 2500 2570 8000 2650 2730 2800 5.14 SHORT FIELD RUNWAY LANDING PERFORMANCE Conditions 1510 lb Level and dry asphalt runway Reasonable braking Zero wind CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 88: Change A0

    50 ft Obstacle (ft) 1460 1510 1550 Sea Level 1590 1630 1680 1540 1580 1630 2000 1680 1720 1770 1620 1670 1720 4000 1770 1820 1870 1650 1710 1760 6000 1810 1870 1920 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A0...
  • Page 89: Change A0

    PERFORMANCE / SHORT FIELD RUNWAY LANDING PERFORMANCE 5-16 Total Distance Press Alt (ft) Temp (°F) Ground Roll (ft) from 50 ft Obstacle (ft) 1750 1800 1860 8000 1920 1970 2030 CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 91: Weight, Balance, And Equipment List

    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.
  • Page 92: Aircraft Dimensional Data

    FIGURE 6-1 AIRCRAFT REFERENCE DATUMS 154.75 Spar Datum 128.5 Occupants 84.5 147.7 153.0 157.0 176.0 294.63 (FS) Nose Gear Axle Wing Fuel Baggage Main Gear Fuselage Jackpoint (1g empty) Jackpoint Axle Station ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A0...
  • Page 93: Weight And Balance Record

    ICON A5 Serial No. Weight Change Running Totals Added (+) or Removed (-) Date Description of Changes Moment Moment Wt (lb FS (in) Wt (lb -in) -in) As Delivered CHANGE A0 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 94: Operating Weights And Loading

    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...
  • Page 95: 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...
  • Page 96: Weight And Balance Determination For Flight

    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...
  • Page 97: 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...
  • Page 98: Installed Optional Equipment List

    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.
  • Page 99: Change A0

    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...
  • Page 101: Description Of Airplane And Systems

    Water Rudder ........7-22 ICON Parachute System ......7-22...
  • Page 102: Airframe

    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...
  • Page 103: Flight Controls

    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...
  • Page 104: Landing Gear System

    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...
  • Page 105 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...
  • Page 106 : 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...
  • Page 107: Instrument Panels

    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...
  • Page 108: Value

    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...
  • Page 109 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...
  • Page 110 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...
  • Page 111 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...
  • Page 112: Instruments

    (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.
  • Page 113 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...
  • Page 114: Value

    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...
  • Page 115: Avionics

    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...
  • Page 116: Engine

    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...
  • Page 117: Propeller

    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,...
  • Page 118: Exterior Lighting

    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...
  • Page 119: Canopy

    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...
  • Page 120: Cabin Heating And Ventilation

    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...
  • Page 121: Water Rudder

    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.
  • Page 122 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.
  • Page 123 DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS / ICON PARACHUTE SYSTEM 7-24 CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 125: Handling And Servicing

    Trailering the airplane on a trailer other than the one ICON designed for the A5 CHANGE A1 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 126: Ground Handling

    : 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...
  • Page 127 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...
  • Page 128: Manual Wing Fold System

    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.
  • Page 129 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...
  • Page 130 • 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...
  • Page 131: Horizontal Tail

    • 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.
  • Page 132: Water In Wing Tips

    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...
  • Page 133: Servicing Operational Fluids

    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.
  • Page 134 (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...
  • Page 135: Approved Fuel Grades And Specifications

    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.
  • Page 136: Cleaning And Care

    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...
  • Page 137 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...
  • Page 138 3. Remove nozzle attachments from garden hose and set water flow to a low gentle rate. ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A1...
  • Page 139 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...
  • Page 140 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...
  • Page 141 HANDLING AND SERVICING / CLEANING AND CARE 8-18 CHANGE A1 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 143 FAA Exemption ........9-16 CHANGE A3 ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK...
  • Page 144: Symbols, Abbreviations, And Terminology

    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...
  • Page 145 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...
  • Page 146 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.
  • Page 147: Gross Weight

    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...
  • Page 148 SUPPLEMENTS / SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS, AND TERMINOLOGY Horizontal Tail Leading Edge Trailing Edge ICON A5 / PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK CHANGE A3...
  • Page 149: Operation Of Optional Equipment Or Accessories

    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”...
  • Page 150: Supplements

    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.
  • Page 151: Ft/Min

    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.
  • Page 152: Improvements Or Corrections

    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.
  • Page 153 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-...
  • Page 154: Continued Operational Safety Reporting

    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...
  • Page 155: Owner Change Of Address/Ownership Notice

    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’...
  • Page 156 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...
  • Page 157: Faa 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.
  • Page 158: Limitation

    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.
  • Page 159: Limitation

    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.
  • Page 160: Ft/Min

    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 §...
  • Page 161 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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