Coast to Desert, Without the Drive
The distance between Eastsound and Bend is 329 miles as the crow flies - and in the Epic E1000, that translates to roughly ~1 hr 10 min at cruise altitude. By car, the same journey demands hours of highway time through corridors that rarely cooperate. For FlyEpic owners, that tradeoff disappears entirely.Departing from Orcas Island Airport, you're airborne within minutes of arriving at the FBO - no security theater, no gate holds, no middle seats. The Epic E1000 climbs to 34,000 feet in under 20 minutes, where Starlink WiFi keeps you connected while the terrain scrolls beneath you. By the time most travelers are settling into their drive, you're already on the ground in Central Oregon.This route is a natural fit for FlyEpic's ownership model. Whether it's a recurring business commitment, a weekend at one of Central Oregon's standout destinations, or simply the desire to make the most of limited time, the economics of fractional ownership make Eastsound to Bend a route you can fly without overthinking the cost.
Orcas Island Airport
31 ft MSL
The only practical way to reach Orcas Island quickly - the Ferry from Anacortes runs 2+ hours each way
2,900 ft turf/asphalt strip serving light aircraft with stunning San Juan Island approach scenery
Gateway to Rosario Resort, Moran State Park, and the island's private waterfront estate community
Bend Municipal Airport
3,460 ft MSL
Sits at 3,460 ft elevation on the eastern flank of the Cascades - direct access to Bend's outdoor lifestyle hub
5,000 ft runway supporting turboprop and light jet operations with minimal commercial traffic
Gateway to Mt. Bachelor ski area, Smith Rock State Park, and Bend's acclaimed culinary and brewery scene


