An Epic Moment, 468TT Receives FAA Amateur-Built Status The 8th Epic LT passes its airworthy evaluation, the second aircraft in two weeks. December 19, 2006, Bend, Oregon - Serial number 012 takes to the skies this morning having received its certificate of airworthiness yesterday.  FAA representative, Jim Alexander from Gold Hill, Oregon evaluated the turboprop. Owner Mac Lewis is at the Bend build center this morning to witness first flight of his aircraft. He says, "[building the Epic] has been a good experience so far. Just over 9 months after I started the build program I am ready for first flight. I picked the EPIC-LT for obvious reasons; cruise speeds are close to small jets and with much better operating costs, great range and a large full-fuel useful load. A great combination of features, unavailable otherwise at almost any price. Considering the capabilities, the cost to acquire an EPIC-LT is practically a "steal". We always hear aviation is a world of compromises .. speed, load, range, cost .. not with the EPIC-LT." CEO Rick Schrameck congratulates Mac Lewis, "[He] has been a pleasure to work with.  The "Tiger Tiger" team has worked diligently over the past months and are an excellent example of an amateur-build team." Two weeks ago another Epic LT, S/N 010 passed inspection with first flight the next day.  700MM is currently undergoing flight tests at the Build Center, and pilot training will follow soon after. Mike Patey, owner-operator, is eagerly anticipating the delivery of his aircraft. As 2006 comes to a close, Epic looks forward to another exciting year in 2007.  We will be participating in numerous air shows, fly-ins and conventions, as well as possible tours around the country.  Email our marketing coordinator, Alice Myers at AliceM@EpicAircraft.com with any questions.  Make sure to check back in January, as we are currently revamping and updating our website to include a calendar of events.