Specifications
Broker
PENINSULA HELICOPTERS
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Aircraft Details
- Model: Robinson R44 Raven II
- Engine: Lycoming IO-540-U2A
- Maximum Gross Weight: 2,500 lbs
- Cruise Speed: 110 knots
- Range: 300 nautical miles
- Seating Capacity: 4 (including pilot)
- Rotor System: Two-bladed main rotor, two-bladed tail rotor
- Avionics: Equipped with advanced navigation and communication systems
- Fuel Capacity: 30 gallons
- Useful Load: Approximately 1,000 lbs
- Features: Spacious cabin, excellent visibility, and reliable performance
- Ideal for: Personal use, flight training, and aerial tours.
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.