700MM Receives FAA Airworthiness Approval Mike Patey’s Aircraft Takes First Flight December 8, 2006 Bend, Oregon - Customer aircraft #7 took to the skies for the first time this morning after receiving FAA Amateur-Built Status. 700MM is currently undergoing flight tests at the Bend Build Center, and pilot training will follow soon after. Mike Patey, owner-operator, is eagerly anticipating the delivery of his aircraft. “Our experience with epic has been a fun journey. Continual pursuance of quality control and perfection has been a pleasure to watch. Our ability to customize and build our plane the way we want it is a real treat. Thank you epic for bringing this beautiful aircraft to market. We look forward to  the continuing growth and perfection you have shown  all of us this far. Thanks, Mike Patey. N700MM  Epic#10”