Specifications
AI Description
- Model: R44 RAVEN II
- Condition: New
- Flight Rules: VFR
- Based at: KMYF
- Rotorblades: -7 Rotorblades
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- ADS-B: Yes
- Radar Altimeter: Yes
- Engine Time Remaining: 261.0 hours or until 12/21/2028
- Avionics:
- Vertical Compass PAI-700
- Art Horizon with Slip/Skid
- Directional Gyro
- Garmin 420W GPS/COM
- King KY197A COM with Nine Memory Channels
- Garmin GTX328 Mode S Transponder with Remote Mode C
- NAT Audio Panel
- Kannad 406 AF ELT Series 406 MHz
- Additional Equipment:
- Fire Extinguisher
- Observation Bubble Window x4
- Exterior: Base Slate Gray Met with Silver Prl Met trim
- Interior: Gray Leather Interior
- Inspection Status: Overhaul completed on 12/02/2016
- Charter Certificate #: IVSA655S
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.