Specifications
Broker
HELI-LYNX
+16136997849
Aircraft Details
- Model: R66
- Condition: Used
- TAFT: 705.5 hours
- Turbine Overhaul: February 2022 at 343.0 hours (new turbine wheels #1, #2, #3, #4)
- 12-Year Inspection: Scheduled for February 2024 at 537.9 hours (new main rotor blades, tail rotor blades, overhauled main gearbox and tail gearbox)
- Fresh Annual/100 Hour Inspection: April 2026
- New Battery: Concorde Lead-Acid RG-325 (February 2024)
- Interior: Tan leather
- Exterior: Dark blue metallic paint
- Features: Factory air-conditioning, Garmin GTN650 Comm/Nav/GPS, L-3 Communications NGT-9000 Traffic & ADS-B System, KY196A Comm 2, Genesis Heli-Sas Auto-Pilot, Robinson Pilot Accessory Bar, True Blue USB charge port, Mid-Continent digital clock/USB, Cobham audio controller, Bose headset jacks, ground handling wheels, Dart BearPaws, dual controls
- Additional: MR Blade tie-downs, Robinson symmetrical horizontal stabilizer service bulletin on order (included in sale)
About this Model
Overview
The Robinson R66 is a single-engine turbine helicopter positioned between piston trainers and larger light turbines. It is commonly used for personal transport, flight training, and commercial utility missions that benefit from turbine reliability and hot/high capability while keeping operating complexity relatively simple. Buyers typically evaluate it as a practical step-up platform for owner-operators and small fleets that need a compact footprint and a conventional, hands-on flying experience.
Mission Fit
The R66 fits missions where dispatch flexibility, turbine power, and manageable operating procedures matter more than cabin volume or heavy-lift capability. It is well-suited to frequent short legs with quick turnarounds, including training and point-to-point travel to sites without runway access. Missions that regularly push payload, require significant baggage volume, or demand multi-crew/IFR airline-style operations are typically better served by larger twins or higher-capability singles.
Cabin
Cabin layout is typically two seats up front with a three-place rear bench, prioritizing visibility and straightforward access over luxury fit-out. Noise and vibration levels are typical for a light helicopter class; headset use is standard. Baggage capacity is oriented to light travel and mission equipment rather than large suitcases, so realistic loading plans matter when carrying multiple adults.