Aviation? It's plane sailing! New futuristic seaplane that can hit 120mph will go on sale for £110,000

An innovative £110,000 seaplane that aims to open up aviation to the masses has just been unveiled.

A production model of the A5, from Los Angeles-based aviation firm ICON, was recently seen at the EAA AirVenture convention in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

The 1510lb craft boasts a 100 bhp Rotax 912 iS petrol engine, giving the aircraft a top speed of 120mph and a range of 345 miles.

 

The 10.36m wings are foldable for easy towing and will fit in a garage, while the engine runs on both regular petrol and aviation fuel.

ICON say its intent is to 'democratise' aviation the same way that brands like Apple, BMW, or Oakley do. 

A5s have a ballistic parachute, which brings the entire airplane gently to the ground in case of an emergency.

The plane is likely to go on sale in May and the company hopes to produce 500 planes a year

In-flight move: The A5 fits on a trailer and will even fit in a large garage

Cockpit: The engine runs on both regular petrol and aviation fuel