We Fly: Epic Aircraft E1000 GX

A full-power turbine experience that sips fuel while it flies fast.

Friday, May 05, 2023 at 10:19 AM ET

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The Epic E1000 GX features 1,200 shaft horsepower Pratt & Whitney PT6A-67A engine and five-blade Hartzell prop. [Credit: Jim Barrett]

Key Takeaways:

The Epic E1000 GX is a high-performance turboprop aircraft, impressing the pilot with its powerful 1,200 shp engine, rapid climb rates, and high cruising speeds up to 333 ktas.
It represents a significant evolution from its experimental predecessor, featuring a certified airframe, advanced Garmin G1000 NXi avionics with integrated GFC 700 autopilot, and a 5-blade composite propeller that enhances performance and reduces noise.
The aircraft offers a spacious cabin and achieves an enviable balance of speed and fuel economy at altitude, despite minor criticisms regarding its door design.

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In order to prepare for the departure from an airport in a congested metro area, a pilot must have a plan, a way to feel as though they are orchestrating events as opposed to pushing the throttle forward and hanging on for the ride.

That’s even more important when the Epic E1000 GX you’re strapped into accelerates down the runway pulled by 1,200 jet-A-propelled horses and five blades cutting through the gummy Seattle air.