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Epic E1000 Airplane Insurance

Epic E1000 Insurance Cost Examples

Pro Pilot and Experienced

Coverage Limits Premium
Physical Damage $3,000,000 Agreed Value $40,000
Aircraft Liability $5,000,000 Per Occurrence $10,000
Total Annual Premium $50,000

Owner Pilot and Experienced

Coverage Limits Premium
Physical Damage $3,000,000 Agreed Value $45,000
Aircraft Liability $2,000,000 Per Occurrence $10,000
Total Annual Premium $55,000

Owner Pilot less than 1,500TT

Coverage Limits Premium
Physical Damage $3,000,000 Agreed Value $50,000
Aircraft Liability $1,000,000 Per Occurrence $10,000
Total Annual Premium $60,000

Aircraft Summary

The Epic E1000 – a single-engine, six-seat, turboprop light aircraft – has been manufactured with precision by Epic Aircraft of Bend, Oregon. Built upon the popular kit-built Epic LT, this air-craft shines with its cantilever low-wing design, a pressurized cabin with an airstair door, retractable tricycle landing gear and a powerful 1,825 hp (1,361 kw) Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6-67A turboprop engine, de-rated to 1,200 hp (895 kW) in tractor configuration. Constructed from carbon fiber, the 43 ft. (13.1 m) wing boasts flaps and winglets, while the FAA gave it a Type Certification on November 6th, 2019.

Models We Cover

Epic E1000

Valuation

The Epic E1000 has a price range of $2,245,000 to $3,255,000. Epic Aircraft began production in 2015 and discontinued it in 2021 with 12 aircraft made (9 still operational). There have been no retired planes from that batch but there are 3 at the manufacturer.

Risk Areas

Epic Aircraft has developed a comprehensive approach to risk mitigation and a sustainable safety program encompassing four distinct areas: aircraft design, pilot training, maintenance, and customer support.

Insurance for the Epic E1000 is available with physical damage coverage of $2,005,000 agreed value and aircraft liability coverage of $5,000,000 per occurrence. The insurance policy requires the pilot to be current in the aircraft within the previous 12 months.

Claim History

Epic Aircraft has a good claim history with the E1000. The most notable accident in 2019 was a runway overrun caused by a pilot error. Other common claims include FOD, hangar rash, hard landings, bird strikes, and runway overruns.

Safety Features

The Epic E1000 is a state-of-the-art airplane loaded with safety equipment. This plane is powered by the tried-and-true Pratt & Whitney PT6A-67A engine, a standard in the world of single-engine turboprops.

Crafted with safety as the top priority, the airframe of this aircraft is constructed entirely from carbon fiber. This design boasts features that guarantee the stability and security of the plane during flight. Pilots are equipped with cutting-edge safety tools through the G1000 avionics suite, which offers synthetic vision, real-time traffic and weather updates, and terrain alerts to facilitate safe navigation through diverse environments.

In an unlikely emergency, the BRS Aerospace whole-aircraft parachute system can be deployed to protect passengers and crew in the Epic Victory Jet. The Epic E1000 features improved safety thanks to the Garmin GFC 700 Automated Flight Control System and other advanced safety features. These features work together to ensure that this aircraft is one of the safest and most reliable single-engine turboprop aircraft on the market today.

Aircraft Insurance Cost Guide

Learn more about the cost of insurance for private pilots based on your aircraft type and the various factors that affect premium rates. Whether you’re seeking owner aircraft insurance or commercial aircraft insurance, this valuable information will help to make an informed decision about the best coverage for you. If you have any additional questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Flight Training Centers

Epic Aircraft Flight Training Centers are located FlightSafety International’s Frasca E1000 GX simulator.

Parts Service Centers

Epic Aircraft Authorized Service Centers are located throughout the US at Broadies Aircraft, Premier Aircraft, and Lone Mountain Aviation.

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