Epic Aircraft
Epic LT Dynasty
The Epic LT Dynasty is a high‑performance, single‑engine turboprop that grew out of the Epic LT kit‑built aircraft. Epic Aircraft, founded in 2004 in Bend, Oregon, launched the LT in 2009 and announced the turboprop Dynasty in 2014, featuring a Pratt & Whitney PT6A‑35 delivering 750 hp. Production began in 2016, and the aircraft earned FAA certification for normal and utility categories.
Key features include a 2‑plus‑2 cabin, carbon‑fiber airframe, a cruise speed of 350 knots, and a range over 1,600 nm with 600 L fuel. Advanced avionics, fly‑by‑wire trim, and retractable gear enhance safety. Its ability to operate from short runways while offering near‑jet performance makes it appealing to corporate and private owners.
The Dynasty’s development was supported by a partnership with Pratt & Whitney Canada, which provided a customized PT6A‑35 engine map to optimize fuel burn at cruise altitudes between 25,000 and 30,000 feet. Flight testing completed in 2015 demonstrated a take‑off distance of less than 1,200 feet and a climb rate exceeding 3,500 feet per minute, comparable to light turboprop competitors such as the Pilatus PC‑12 but with a 25‑percent lower operating cost per hour. Epic Aircraft continues to offer factory‑built units as well as a builder‑assist program, encouraging owners to incorporate optional equipment like satellite communications, enhanced vision systems, and autopilot‑linked terrain awareness. The combination of speed, range, and runway flexibility has positioned the Epic LT Dynasty as a compelling alternative to entry‑level business jets, influencing other manufacturers to explore composite turboprop concepts.
Key features include a 2‑plus‑2 cabin, carbon‑fiber airframe, a cruise speed of 350 knots, and a range over 1,600 nm with 600 L fuel. Advanced avionics, fly‑by‑wire trim, and retractable gear enhance safety. Its ability to operate from short runways while offering near‑jet performance makes it appealing to corporate and private owners.
The Dynasty’s development was supported by a partnership with Pratt & Whitney Canada, which provided a customized PT6A‑35 engine map to optimize fuel burn at cruise altitudes between 25,000 and 30,000 feet. Flight testing completed in 2015 demonstrated a take‑off distance of less than 1,200 feet and a climb rate exceeding 3,500 feet per minute, comparable to light turboprop competitors such as the Pilatus PC‑12 but with a 25‑percent lower operating cost per hour. Epic Aircraft continues to offer factory‑built units as well as a builder‑assist program, encouraging owners to incorporate optional equipment like satellite communications, enhanced vision systems, and autopilot‑linked terrain awareness. The combination of speed, range, and runway flexibility has positioned the Epic LT Dynasty as a compelling alternative to entry‑level business jets, influencing other manufacturers to explore composite turboprop concepts.
Production & History
- First Flight
- 2004
- Service Entry
- 2008
Design & Classification
- Country of Origin
- Manufacturer
- Epic Aircraft
- Developer
- Epic Aircraft
- Wikidata ID
- Q266095