Specifications
AI Description
- Model: R44 Raven II
- Condition: Used
- Location: Lee-On-The-Solent, England, United Kingdom
- Robinson factory overhaul completed in 2019, valid until 2031
- Main and tail rotor blade time remaining: 1648.5 hours
- Engine: LYCOMING IO-540, overhauled by Loma Air, 550 hours
- Avionics:
- Garmin GNS430 Nav/Com/GPS
- Garmin GTR225 Com
- AA125 Audio Panel
- Rad Alt
- Kannad ELT
- HSI Indicator
- Additional equipment includes:
- Dual controls
- Handling wheels
- 2 Bose headsets
- 2 USB ports
- Bubble windows
- New paint job completed in June 2023, black with red coach lines
- Annual inspection completed, next due June 2026
- ARC valid until January 2026
- Airworthy status confirmed
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.