Specifications
Broker
DOWNUNDER HELICOPTER SERVICES
+61439271500
Aircraft Details
- Model: R44 Raven II
- Condition: Used
- Overhauled by Heliflite in 2020
- Approximate total time: 1,375 hours
- Components have approximately 1,550 hours and 6 years remaining before next overhaul
- Equipped with air conditioning
- Additional features: Bubble cover, wheels, duals, tie downs
- Avionics:
- King K196A VHF
- NAT AA12 Audio Panel
- Garmin GTX 335 Transponder
- GME TX3500 UHF
- Inspection status: Airworthy
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.