Specifications
Aircraft Details
• Located in Sarasota, Florida
• 744.9 hours total time on airframe, engine, and propeller (all since new)
• Equipped with Garmin G1000 NXi Integrated Flight Deck
• Garmin GFC-700 Digital Autopilot (upgraded in 2022) with Flight Director, Yaw Damper, Automatic/Manual Trim, Coupled Go-Around, Emergency Descent Protection, Stall Protection System, Stick Shaker/Pusher
• S-TEC Autopilot
• Active Traffic (GTS 825 TAS with ADS-B TIS-B In)
• Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT), XM Weather, FlightStream 510 Transceiver
• Dual 406MHz and 121.5MHz ELTs with built-in GPS
• Known Ice Certification (FIKI) with new deice boots and intake boot
• All carbon fiber airframe, factory air conditioning, trailing link landing gear with hydraulic disk brakes
• 2850 lb useful load, RVSM capable (with operator approval)
• Pratt & Whitney PT6A-67A turboprop engine (1200 SHP/1000 SHP continuous, 3500 TBO/1750 HSI)
• Hartzell 5-blade composite propeller, full feathering, reversible pitch, electrically de-iced
• Six-place gray leather interior, spacious 4-club cabin, reclining seats, 6.6 PSI pressurization
• Electrically dimming windows, USB ports, Lemo headset jacks, pneumatic main door seals
• Annual inspection due July 2026
About this Model
Overview
The EPIC E1000 is a high-performance, pressurized, single-engine turboprop built around a PT6A powerplant and a modern glass cockpit. It targets buyers who want near light-jet cruise speeds with turboprop operating flexibility, including operation from a wider set of airports than many jets. Typical use cases center on 3–6 passengers with bags, regional to medium-length trips, and frequent IFR flying where a single-pilot, owner-operated workflow matters.
Mission Fit
The E1000 fits missions where a single pilot wants turbine reliability and strong cruise performance without moving into multi-engine jets. It is well matched to business and personal travel that prioritizes speed and dispatch flexibility, while remaining constrained by single-engine considerations and a cabin that is comfortable but not in the “large cabin” category.
Cabin
The cabin is configured for executive-style seating with a focus on forward visibility, pressurized comfort, and practical baggage volume for a single-engine aircraft. Expect a refined, modern interior with club-style seating options depending on configuration, and a cockpit environment designed for workload management in single-pilot IFR. Comfort is best when passenger count aligns with seating and baggage limits for the specific aircraft and mission profile.