As kick-off for the cooperation between Oceanflight and Tyde, a radio-controlled prototype of THE ICON was developed. This scaled model, measuring 1.9 meters in length and weighing 35 kilograms, is a 1:7 scale representation of the final design. The prototype was put to the test in a series of trials conducted at a lake near Munich. The model’s performance successfully showcased the potential of THE ICON.