Specifications
AI Description
- Model: R44 Raven II
- Exterior: White base with gray trim
- Interior: Gray velour
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Avionics:
- Garmin 420 GPS/COM
- Garmin 530 with HSI in pilot side avionics bar
- Garmin GMA 345 audio controller
- Garmin GTX 330ES transponder with ADS-B Out
- Instruments:
- Vertical card compass
- Digital clock
- Nine hole panel
- Artificial horizon with slip/skid
- Turn coordinator
- Safety Features: Five-point harness
- Connectivity: USB A & C plugs
- Headsets: 4 Bose headsets (hardwired)
- Ground handling wheels included
- Recent upgrades: New 15-year MRBs & TRBs installed in October 2023 at 831 hours TT
- Fuel bladders installed at manufacture
- Cargo hook installed in 2024 (not used for cargo work)
- Last annual/100-hour inspection: July 2025
- Compliance: All applicable ADs current through July 2025; RHC SBs complied with except for SB-95 and SB-115
- 12-year inspection not performed
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.