Vacaville, Calif., April 2, 2025 – ICON Aircraft, a leader in amphibious light sport aircraft, is now a sister company of Flight Design following a recent acquisition by the Shang Gong Group Co., Ltd. (SGG), which owns both companies. This exciting new chapter unites two of the most innovative names in light-sport aviation, expanding their …
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ICON Attends AERO Friedrichshafen 2025
Dates: April 9 – 12 Times: Wednesday – Friday: 9am – 5pm & Saturday: 9am – 4pm ICON is thrilled to announce our participation at AERO Friedrichshafen 2025! Join us as we showcase the ICON A5 at one of Europe’s premier aviation events. AERO Friedrichshafen is Europe’s leading trade show for general aviation, attracting thousands …
ICON Aircraft Completes Sale of Company to SG Investment America
ICON Aircraft is pleased to announce the successful completion of its asset sale to SG Investment America. Substantially all assets of ICON Aircraft have been officially transferred, and the new company will continue to operate under the name ICON Aircraft. Outgoing CEO Jerry Meyer expressed his gratitude for his tenure at ICON Aircraft, stating, “It …
ICON Aircraft Secures Stalking Horse Bidder in Chapter 11 Sale Process
The proposed stalking horse bidder, SG Investment America Inc., has been designated to set the floor price for the sale of ICON’s assets. This step is aimed at maximizing value for the company’s stakeholders and facilitating a smooth transition through the bankruptcy process. “The decision to designate a stalking horse bidder underscores our commitment to …
ICON Aircraft Initiates Restructuring Process and Files for Chapter 11 Protection
ICON Aircraft, manufacturer of the revolutionary ICON A5 amphibious sport plane, today announced that it has commenced a strategic restructuring process by filing for Chapter 11 protection. The Company further disclosed that it intends to pursue a sale of its business under Section 363 of the Bankruptcy Code, while continuing to support its customers and …
Experience the ICON A5 at the Palm Beach Boat Show
Palm Beach International Boat Show MAR 21 to MAR 27 10AM TO 5PM Daily ICON is excited to have a our events team in full force at the Palm Beach International Boat Show. If you’ve been interested in seeing the ICON A5 up close or exploring the Palm Beach area in the A5, this is …
ICON Aircraft Announces Useful Load Improvement and Gross Weight Increase
Vacaville, Calif., February 27, 2024 – ICON Aircraft, a leading general aviation innovator and manufacturer, today announced enhancements to the 2024 ICON A5 Light Sport Aircraft, which continues to set new standards for performance, safety, and versatility in the LSA market. After nearly two years of rigorous R&D, testing, and production preparation, ICON Aircraft is …
ICON Aircraft Receives Type Certification for the ICON A5 In Primary Category
Vacaville, Calif., December 26, 2023 – ICON Aircraft announced today that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted Type Certification for the ICON A5 in the primary category, marking a significant milestone for the company and its visionary amphibious aircraft. With this designation, ICON Aircraft is now one of only a few Light Sport Aircraft …