Coast to Desert, Without the Drive
The distance between Eastsound and Reno is 655 miles as the crow flies - and in the Epic E1000, that translates to roughly ~2 hr 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 Reno / Tahoe.This route is a natural fit for FlyEpic's ownership model. Whether it's a recurring business commitment, a weekend at one of Northern Nevada's standout destinations, or simply the desire to make the most of limited time, the economics of fractional ownership make Eastsound to Reno 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
Reno-Tahoe International
4,415 ft MSL
Regional hub serving both Reno's growing tech economy and South Shore Lake Tahoe resort traffic
11,000 ft primary runway at 4,415 ft elevation - full capability for all aircraft including heavy jets
45-minute drive to South Lake Tahoe and Heavenly Mountain Resort via scenic Highway 50


