Epic Aircraft has received FAA type certification for its E1000 AX, a high-performance, single-engine, turbine model. Delivering the same performance as its predecessor and category-leading E1000 GX, the E1000 AX made its public debut April 1 to 6 at Sun 'n' Fun Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida.

“Aircraft deliveries will begin this week at factory headquarters in Bend, Oregon,” confirms Doug King, CEO of Epic Aircraft. “We just completed a record-breaking sales quarter, and July is already the best sales month in company history. All 2025 E1000 AX production positions are filled, and sales are brisk for 2026 deliveries.”

With a full fuel payload of 1,177 pounds and maximum cruise speed of 333 kts, the E1000 AX carries more and flies faster than any other single-engine turboprop. Additional performance highlights include a climb rate of 4,000 ft per minute, maximum range of 1,560 nm and 34,000 ft maximum altitude.

In addition to Garmin Autothrottle and Autoland, the latter to be activated upon final certification, the E1000 AX offers over 25 new features including the following: automatic yaw damper – engages automatically after takeoff and disengages before landing to maintain rudder coordination through the flight; electronic brake hold – electronically applies the brakes to prevent aircraft movement; expansive windscreen with CoolView windows – optimises crew visibility, reduces glare and provides UV protection; Garmin GDL 60 with PlaneSync technology, which automates database updates, enables remote access to check the state of your aircraft and simplifies flight plan entry; GRA 5500 radar altimeter – increases positional awareness with above-ground (AGL) radio altitude; 3D SafeTaxi and taxiway routing (optional) – heightens positional awareness; 8000 GWX 8000 StormOptix weather radar (optional) – increases safety with real-time depiction of thunderstorms; True Blue Powe­r intelligent lithium-ion batteries, which deliver longer life, higher voltage during engine starts and reduces maintenance costs; CoolView windows – blocking more than 73 per cent of infrared or heat coming through cockpit and cabin windows; and Starlink high-speed internet (optional), with anytime, anywhere access.

“I want to congratulate the Epic team on completing certification of the E1000 AX,” says Epic Aircraft owner and Silicon Valley resident Tanya Eves. “This achievement demonstrates Epic's dedication to ongoing innovation in general aviation.”

“Our owner is an accomplished pilot with a bold vision for transforming the aerospace industry through cutting-edge technology,“ concludes King. “The E1000 AX embodies that vision and is a testament to her passion for new aviation technology.”