Specifications
AI Description
- Model: R44 Raven I
- Condition: Used
- Flight Rules: VFR
- Location: St-Hubert, Quebec, Canada
- Exterior Color: Viper Blue Metallic
- Interior Color & Fabric: Tan Leather Seats
- Optional Avionics:
- Aspen EFD1000H
- Garmin GTR225B COM Radio
- Garmin GTX335 Mode S ADS-B Out
- Additional Equipment:
- All tinted door windows & windshield
- Heated pitot tube
- Digital clock
- Vertical card compass
- Cabin camera
- ELT Kannad 406
- Fire extinguisher
- Aft seats USB port
- Battery RG324 - 24V
- Tanis kit
- Airframe: Complete logs available
- Heater: Yes
About this Model
Overview
The Robinson R44 Raven I is a light, four-seat, single-piston helicopter commonly used for primary/advanced training, local aerial work, and personal flying. It emphasizes straightforward systems, low cockpit workload for basic missions, and broad support infrastructure. Capability is best matched to short-to-medium legs with modest payload, where rapid point-to-point access matters more than high cruise speed or all-weather dispatch.
Mission Fit
The R44 Raven I fits missions where simplicity, availability of instructors/parts, and the ability to operate from small pads or confined areas are priorities. Typical use cases include regional day trips, training syllabi, and low-altitude aerial work. Missions that regularly push density-altitude limits, require significant baggage/gear, or demand IFR capability are better served by turbine or IFR-certified platforms.
Cabin
Cabin access is via four doors with a two-front/two-rear seating layout. The experience is functional and utilitarian, with limited baggage volume and a cabin environment that reflects light-helicopter realities (notably noise and vibration). Front-seat visibility is strong for training and observation; rear-seat comfort is suitable for shorter legs with adults depending on body size and installed seating.