Overview
The R44 is a four-seat light helicopter with a single piston engine, designed by Frank Robinson as a bigger version of his two-seat R22. More than 6,000 have been built, and for many years it was the best-selling general-aviation helicopter in the world.
Its low price makes it popular for pilot training, private flying, tours, news filming and cattle mustering. Figures are for the R44 Raven II.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 11.66 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.06 m |
| Height | 3.28 m |
Weights & fuel
| Empty weight | 683 kg |
|---|---|
| Max. take-off weight | 1,134 kg |
Performance
| Max. speed | 240 km/h |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 210 km/h |
| Range | 560 km |
| Service ceiling | 4,267 m |
| Rate of climb | 5.0 m/s |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 1 |
|---|---|
| Seats (typical) | 4 |
| Seats (max.) | 4 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 1 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | Lycoming IO-540-AE1A5 |
| Power (each) | 183 kW |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: Aleksandr Markin / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
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