USERS’ PLATFORM Composites in the world Folding-wing amphibious plane The Icon A5 is a two-seat sport plane that features an amphibious design with retractable landing gear for flying off land and water. The plane benefits from several patentpending technologies, including its folding wings that allow the plane to be easily stored and towed on the road with a trailer. It is made of a high-strength, lightweight carbon fibre airframe and is powered by an engine that runs at an estimated top speed of 190 km/h. The estimated price of the Icon A5 standard model is US$139,000. Aircraft production and initial deliveries are scheduled to begin in late 2010. More information: www.iconaircraft.com Foldable tool with carbon spine The sleek Skeletool CX designed by the Leatherman Tool Group has only the most necessary multi-tool features, because sometimes that's all you need. The Skeletool CX has a 154CM steel blade, pliers, bit driver, pocket clip and carabiner/bottle opener. Its lightweight handle insert is made of carbon fibre so that the complete tool only weighs 142 grams. It comes with a 25-year warranty. More information: www.leatherman.com JEC Composites Magazine / No43 September 2008http://www.iconaircraft.com http://www.leatherman.com