The E1000, built by Epic Aircraft in Bend, Oregon, is a sleek single-engine turboprop powered by Prat and Whitiney's renowned PT6A. Epic aimed to create the fastest single-engine civil aircraft during the time of its introduction and production. The PT6A-67 puts out 1,200 hp with a four-bladed Hartzell prop attached, bringing this aircraft to a maximum speed of 333 knots and a service ceiling of 34,000 feet. With a pressurized cabin the E1000 can transport five comfortably in club seating arrangements while achieving a 1560 NM range. The airframe uses composites to save weight, increasing performance.

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You can now experience jet-like speeds and altitudes with Aerobask's recreation of the E1000 for X-Plane 12. Aerobask focused on the flight model in team with X-Aerodynamics, allowing the sim model to match the latest prototype certification performance metrics. The visual model includes 4k PBR textures and a wholly remodeled airframe that's packaged with eight liveries.

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The aircraft's avionics are powered by Laminar's version of the Garmin G1000 suite and work together with the GFC700 autopilot. The PT6A comes with custom parameters to resemble its real-world counterpart. The systems and operational procedures match the functional circuit breakers of the actual aircraft, and a fully simulated EIS500 Stand-by Attitude Module is also included.

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Ease of use features an Avitab tablet for controlling various options on the aircraft. To learn more about Aerobask's Epic 1000, see their X-Plane.org listing, website, or Facebook in the links below. The Epic E1000 is currently on sale as of 11/27/2023 for 22.72 (regular pricing 34.95).

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