Epic Aircraft in Bend, Oregon, has flown the second and final production conforming prototype E1000, putting the company on short final for FAA certification of the all-composite single-engine turboprop, which is now anticipated to enter the market by this year’s third quarter.
Epic Flies Second E1000 Prototype
Key Takeaways:
- Epic Aircraft has flown its second and final production conforming E1000 prototype, aiming for FAA certification and market entry by this year's third quarter.
- The all-composite single-engine turboprop is exceeding performance expectations, with preliminary figures suggesting a 325 ktas cruise speed and 1,650 nm range.
- Despite minor delays due to structural testing, Epic holds about 80 orders for the $3.25 million E1000, targeting the owner-flown market.
- Production will begin with a slow ramp-up of one aircraft per month for six months, eventually increasing to a rate of one airplane per week.
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