As someone who has been a passenger in the TBM I agree! I am 6’1” and I could not get comfortable without stretching my legs into the other seat! I would choose the Epic over the TBM.
Most of the large PT6 engine series are burning fuel at 60 gallons an hour for an average. When you cross 30,000 feet the fuel burns come down to around 40 gallons an hour. The Epic flies slightly higher, so that is slightly less fuel flow than the TBM. Less dense air equals less fuel demand…
@@myvideo2228 Yes, epic is fairly sizeable and comfortable inside. Vern is certified to train on it too! I think they have a great plane. The others simply have the history.
Epic interior is way larger than a TBM. Sits higher, not subject to FOD issues or prop strikes. Ops cost and fuel burn are less than the TBM as well.
As someone who has been a passenger in the TBM I agree! I am 6’1” and I could not get comfortable without stretching my legs into the other seat! I would choose the Epic over the TBM.
Most of the large PT6 engine series are burning fuel at 60 gallons an hour for an average. When you cross 30,000 feet the fuel burns come down to around 40 gallons an hour. The Epic flies slightly higher, so that is slightly less fuel flow than the TBM. Less dense air equals less fuel demand…
Epic needs G3000 vs G1000. Heard fuel flow is less than TBM and Softer landings, as well. How important pilot door?
Epic is large so pilot door is not an issue. TBM needs a pilot door because unless your 4’ getting upfront is a gymnastics move.
I agree! You will notice that the other planes (M2 and Fury) have upgraded avionics.
@@myvideo2228 Yes, epic is fairly sizeable and comfortable inside. Vern is certified to train on it too! I think they have a great plane. The others simply have the history.
As Epic Owner and I have flown "all the others" Epic was the best choice for me, but I understand other people have different requirements.
@@vandalMav that’s Vern’s fave. It also helps that he performs pilot annuals on the platform at SimCom!