Some of the 1,800 pilots and potential pilots who have put in their deposits to hold a position for an Icon A5 amphibious LSA may have had their dreams shattered this week as the company announced a dramatic price increase. The price went up by nearly 30 percent over the last quoted base price, from $207,000 in 2016 to $269,000 in 2018 dollars. When the airplane was first announced in 2008, the estimated price was $139,000.
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Key Takeaways:
- Icon announced a significant price increase for its A5 amphibious LSA, with the 2018 base price rising to $269,000 and all current year slots reserved for fully loaded models costing $389,000.
- Deposit holders have the option to receive a full refund, delay delivery to 2019 for a base model, or accept an earlier delivery of a higher-priced, fully loaded aircraft.
- Icon is introducing new programs to support customers, including financing, leasing, shared ownership arrangements, and incentives like accessory credits and discounted rentals.
- The 2018 A5 model includes numerous improvements based on feedback from early production, such as a sturdier nosewheel, improved engine cooling, and a redesigned canopy for windowless flight.
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