Icon Aircraft will christen a new factory in Tijuana, Mexico, to produce composite airframes for the A5 light sport amphibian, Kirk Hawkins, founder and CEO of the California company, told Flying.
Icon Moving Composite Production Work to Mexico
Key Takeaways:
- Icon Aircraft is opening a new factory in Tijuana, Mexico, to bring the production of composite airframes for its A5 light sport amphibian in-house.
- This strategic move aims to improve manufacturing control, standardize processes, and reduce costs, with the new factory expected to be fully operational by early next year.
- The Mexico facility will produce parts for shipment to Icon's California factory for final assembly, painting, and testing.
- Icon is currently experiencing production challenges at its main California facility, which have caused delays in full-rate A5 deliveries.
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