Icon A5 Pre-Buy Checklist
Light Sport · 2015-present · 170 active
Purchase Price
$30K-$200K
Prebuy Items
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ADs
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Insurance
$2,329
per year (experienced)
Safety Record (NTSB)
Public incident data · 1982-2025
11
Total Incidents
11
Accidents
3
Fatal
64.7
Per 1K Fleet
Raw public data from NTSB. Not a safety grade. Compare with fleet size and hours flown.
Purchase Price by Year
2010-2019
$85K-$163K
2020-present
$121K-$233K
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Icon A5 cost?
Typical purchase price: $30K-$200K
What should I check before buying a Icon A5?
Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.
How much is insurance for a Icon A5?
Experienced pilots: $2,329-$2,846/year.
Are there any known issues with the Icon A5?
Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.
Cost Summary
Purchase$30K-$200K
Annual Fixed$5,529/yr
Hourly Variable$67.00/hr
5-Year Total$91K-$327K
Engine
ModelRotax 912 iS
Power100 HP
TBO2,000 hrs
Overhaul$25,000-$35,000
Disclaimer
This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.