Sunday mornings at the Waypoint Cafe at the Camarillo Airport (KCMA) in California are generally bustling with hungry visitors eagerly awaiting a seat while drooling over the delicious menu. But on the Sunday in early May when I met Doug King, Epic Aircraft’s CEO, outside the restaurant, it was deserted despite crystal-clear blue skies. The reason for the quiet was the coronavirus pandemic. The Waypoint was closed.
We Fly: Epic E1000
Key Takeaways:
- The Epic E1000 endured a challenging, nearly two-decade-long certification process, overcoming significant regulatory hurdles, supply chain issues, and design optimizations thanks to persistent funding and passionate leadership.
- While visually similar to its experimental predecessor (LT), the certified E1000 features substantial internal upgrades, including an advanced G1000 NXi avionics suite with a unique "Wedge Annunciation Panel," improved cabin amenities, and enhanced safety systems.
- The aircraft delivers "truly impressive" flight performance, boasting rapid climb rates (3,000 fpm initially), high cruise speeds (up to 333 ktas), and exceptional short-field and slow-flight capabilities across its wide speed envelope.
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