Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Model: Robinson R44 Raven II
- Engine: Lycoming IO-540-U2A
- Maximum Cruise Speed: 130 knots
- Range: 300 nautical miles
- Seating Capacity: 4 (including pilot)
- Fuel Capacity: 50 gallons
- Avionics: Garmin G500H
- Weight: 2,400 lbs (maximum takeoff)
- Rotor Diameter: 40 ft
- Climb Rate: 1,200 ft/min
- Features: Excellent visibility, low operating costs, and robust design.
- Ideal for training, utility, and personal use.
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.