Specifications
AI Description
- Model: R66
- Condition: Used, first-owner
- Flight Rules: VFR
- Location: Warsaw, Poland
- Range: 520 NM
- Max Takeoff Weight: 2,700 lb
- Basic Empty Weight: 1,421 lb
- Useful Load: 1,278 lb
- Max Cruise Speed: 115 knots
- Hover Ceiling IGE: 14,000 ft
- Hover Ceiling OGE: 12,000 ft
- Fuel Capacity: 1,175 gal (Main tank: 74 gal, Aux tank: 43.5 gal)
- Consumption: 24 gph
- Endurance: 4.5 flight hours
- Engine: Rolls-Royce 250-C300/A1, 300 HP
- Avionics: Garmin G500 TXI, ADS-B equipped, WAAS, SVT, autopilot
- Additional Equipment: Air conditioning, dual controls, impact-resistant windshield, USB ports, heated pitot tube
- Interior: Corporate configuration, 5 seats, gray leather, seat heating
- Inspection Status: Next maintenance due 27 FEB 2026, ARC due 10 JUL 2026
- Always maintained under Part-145 and CAMO
- No damage history, airworthy, complete documentation available
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.