Specifications
Broker
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Aircraft Details
Low-time Robinson R44 Raven II with only ~236 hours since major 12-year/2,200-hour overhaul completed in August 2018. Total airframe time is 533.17 hours. Main and tail rotor blades installed July 2014, with 1,963.43 hours remaining and next replacement due July 2026. Major airframe/drive system components (main/tail rotor gearbox, servos, swashplate, landing gear) next due August 2030 or 2,497 hours. Lycoming IO-540-AE1A5 engine with 500 hours since overhaul. Avionics include AA 12S audio panel, 1x GNS 430, 1x 225, KT76C transponder, and ELT Kannad Compact. Exterior is metal grey with blue trim, rated 10/10 and always hangared. Interior features grey comfort seating, rated 8/10. Maintenance status is excellent with complete component status reports available upon request.
About this Model
Overview
The Robinson R44 Raven II is a single-engine, four-seat light helicopter commonly used for primary/advanced training, personal transport, utility support, and aerial observation. It emphasizes straightforward systems, a relatively low cockpit workload for its class, and broad parts/service availability in many regions. Typical missions center on short to moderate legs with payload managed around fuel, passengers, and environmental conditions (heat/high altitude).
Mission Fit
The R44 Raven II fits operations that prioritize flexible point-to-point access and time-on-task over long range or high payload. It is well suited to mixed use—training plus personal travel—where dispatch reliability depends on disciplined weight-and-balance planning and realistic hot-and-high performance margins.
Cabin
The cabin is compact but practical for four occupants, typically arranged as two front seats and a rear bench. Large windows support outward visibility for training and observation. Noise and vibration are typical of a piston helicopter, so passenger comfort improves with quality headsets and thoughtful loading. Baggage capability is modest and sensitive to fuel load and density altitude.