Epic LT
Epic Air · United States · first flew 2004 · light aircraft
The Epic LT Dynasty was a high-performance six-seat kit-built turboprop produced by Epic Air of Bend, Oregon, first flown in July 2004. Its composite airframe and powerful PT6A engine gave it performance comparable to certified turboprops at a fraction of the cost.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × turboprop, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 10.92 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Sleek all-composite single turboprop with optional winglets
- Low tapered wing with retractable tricycle undercarriage
- Six-seat cabin with large panoramic windows
A sleek, low-wing composite single turboprop with a long tapered fuselage, retractable gear, and a pointed spinner — resembles a scaled-up TBM or Pilatus PC-12 in overall layout.
Specifications
- The Epic LT has a length of 10.92 m (36 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 13.11 m (43 ft).
- Typical crew: 1-2, plus up to 4 passengers.
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History
The Dynasty prototype accumulated over 2,000 hours during development but never received FAA type certification. Epic Air went through financial difficulties, and the certified successor, the Epic E1000, was eventually completed by a reconstituted company and received type certification in 2019, inheriting the Dynasty's fundamental design.
Variants
The Dynasty was the kit-built forerunner of the certified Epic E1000 GA; no distinct Dynasty sub-variants were produced.
Where you'll see it
Sold as an experimental amateur-built kit; not certified for commercial passenger operations.
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