Epic Aircraft, the manufacturer of high-performance, single-engine turboprops, announced Wednesday that the FAA has certified Garmin Autoland for the E1000 AX.
Autoland is designed to make flying safer in the event the pilot becomes incapacitated.
FAA Certifies Garmin Autoland for Epic E1000 AX
Passengers can activate the safety system from multiple locations in the cabin.
![Epic E1000 AX [Credit: Epic]](https://www.flyingmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Epic-e1790794347435.jpeg)
Key Takeaways:
- Epic Aircraft's E1000 AX has received FAA certification for Garmin Autoland, a system designed to enhance flight safety.
- Garmin Autoland automatically lands the aircraft if the pilot becomes incapacitated, autonomously selecting the best airport, communicating with air traffic control, and safely shutting down the engine.
- A unique feature of the E1000 AX is the provision of multiple Autoland activation buttons throughout the cabin, making this critical safety technology easily accessible to passengers.
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