It looks as though tiny Icon may have scored a worldwide first with the A5. So far testing seems to show that the plane can meet or beat FAA requirements for an LSA to be certified as spin resistant. The article at the link below provides a great rundown of what they have done and how they managed to do it. The key seems to be ensuring that the tips stall well after the center section. What this does to drag isn't completely clear, but a good read nonetheless.
http://www.wired.com/autopia/2012/02/icon-aircraft-receives-first-ever-spin-resistant-seal-of-approval/
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