Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Model: Robinson R44 Raven II
- Total Hours: 100
- Engine: Lycoming IO-540-AE1A5
- Avionics:
- Genesys HeliSAS Autopilot with EFIS
- Garmin GDU 1060 G500H Glass Cockpit
- Garmin GTN 750Xi Touchscreen GPS/Nav/Com
- Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT)
- Garmin GRA 55 Radar Altimeter
- Garmin GTR225B Com 2
- Garmin GTX345 Transponder with ADS-B In/Out
- Garmin GMA350HC Audio Panel
- Integra ELT
- Additional Equipment:
- Air Conditioning
- Cockpit 4K Ultra-HD Video Camera
- Pilot-Side Accessory Bar with USB Ports
- Aft Seat USB Charging Ports
- Lithium-Ion Battery
- White LED Lighting
- External Power Receptacle
- Second Hour Meter
- Long Steps
- Exterior: Bright Silver Metallic with Dark Blue Accents, Tinted Windshield, Bubble Doors
- Interior: Gray Leather, Dual Controls, Air Conditioning
- Maintenance: 15-year blades extending to October 2039, Fresh annual completed December 2025
- Airworthy status: Yes
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.