Lancair Evolution vs Epic E1000

The Lancair Evolution (turboprop kit) and Epic E1000 (certified turboprop) compare a fast owner-built turboprop against a certified all-carbon single.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Lancair Evolution
For sale now
6
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
1
Source marketplaces
3
Model years available
2011–2019
Epic E1000
For sale now
10
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
3
Source marketplaces
4
Model years available
2020–2025

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Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Lancair EvolutionEpic E1000
All events11
Serious00
Fatal11
Fatalities24
% Fatal100%100%
View full Lancair Evolution NTSB record →View full Epic E1000 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Lancair EVOLUTION Epic E1000
Lancair Evolution
View 3 listings →
Median $1,300,000
 Epic E1000
View 9 listings →
Median $3,849,000
Price Range $1,021,250 – $1,462,425 $3,759,900 – $4,614,900
Category Single Engine Turboprop Single Engine Turboprop
Model Specifications
Seats — 6
Cruise Speed 256 kts (474 km/h) 333 kts (617 km/h)
Range 1,027 nm (1,902 km) 1,560 nm (2,889 km)
Max Gross Weight 4,550 lbs (2,064 kg) 8,000 lbs (3,629 kg)
Fuel Burn — 40.0 GPH (151 L/h)
TBO — 3,600 hrs
Overhaul Cost — $350,000
Annual Fixed — $80,000
Hourly Variable — $600
Engines — 1 x Turboprop

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Lancair EVOLUTION

Epic E1000

Fuel$220/hr
Variable$600/hr
Annual Fixed$80,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $200,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Lancair Evolution or Epic E1000?

Bottom line: Choose the Epic E1000 for a type-certificated turboprop with support; choose the Lancair Evolution for comparable speed as an experimental at lower cost (owner-built responsibility). E1000 = certified; Evolution = experimental/value. ================================================================ # CROSS-REFS ================================================================ - Glasair/Cirrus/Epic mirrors in those files. Lancair = fastest composite kit lineage (→ Cirrus production split).

Pick the Evolution if…

  • Budget matters — from $1,021,250 vs $3,759,900, you save ~$2,738,650.

Pick the E1000 if…

  • Faster cruise — 333 kts vs 256 kts.
  • Longer range — 1560 nm vs 1027 nm.
  • More inventory — 9 listings vs 3.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Lancair EVOLUTION or Epic E1000?
It depends on your mission and budget. The EVOLUTION cruises at 256 kts with 1,027 nm range. The E1000 cruises at 333 kts with 1,560 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Lancair EVOLUTION: from $1,350,000. Epic E1000: from $4,650,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Lancair Evolution and Epic E1000?
Cruise: 256 vs 333 kts. Range: 1027 vs 1560 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
E1000: about $600/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
E1000: 6 seats. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
E1000: 3,600-hour TBO, overhaul ~$350,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data