This 2008 Epic LT Is a High-Altitude, Experimental ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick

This sleek composite six-seater offers travelers a unique set of options.

FLYING Staff

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 09:24 AM ET

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Kimberly Johnson

2008 Epic LT [Courtesy: Southwest Aero]

Key Takeaways:

The article features a 2008 Epic LT, an experimental kitbuilt turboprop praised for its high performance, including 300-knot cruising speeds, short-field capabilities, and a pressurized cabin.
Despite being in the amateur-built category, Epic LTs are largely completed by company experts, resulting in a factory-quality product ideal for long cross-country family trips.
This specific $1.9 million aircraft for sale has 1,675 hours, features a powerful Pratt & Whitney PT6-67A engine, and is equipped with a modern Garmin G3X/GTN 750 avionics suite.

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Each day, the team at Aircraft For Sale picks an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, represents a good deal, or has other interesting qualities. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily.

Today’s Top Pick is a 2008 Epic LT.

The Epic LT is an experimental kitbuilt ancestor of the latest certified Epic E1000 GX.

The aircraft, which probably is not what most people picture when thinking about amateur-built airplanes, generally were built in part by owners who did enough work, under company supervision, to meet the 51 percent owner-built requirement. Company experts then complete the build, so you wind up with a factory-finished product.

Known for short-field performance as well as cruising speeds that challenge some jets, the Epic LT is an attractive proposition for families that regularly take long cross-country trips. Those who cross mountainous terrain and visit high-elevation airports will appreciate the Epic’s pressurized cabin and performance in the flight levels.

The spacious, comfortable interior will keep most passengers happy while the aircraft’s impressive power makes the trip shorter than with many competing models.

This 2008 Epic LT has 1,675 hours since new on the airframe, its Pratt & Whitney PT6-67A engine, and four-blade Hartzell propeller.

The panel features dual Garmin G3X touchscreens, a GTN 750 GPS/nav/comm, GNC 255A, dual Garmin G5 standby instruments, GMA 245 audio panel, GMC 307 autopilot with yaw damper, GTX 45 transponder, GTS 800 TCAS, and MVP 50 engine monitor.

Pilots looking for a modern, composite, 300-knot six-seater in the experimental category should consider this 2008 Epic LT, which is available for $1.9 million on AircraftForSale.

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