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ROBINSON R44 ASTRO - ROBINSON R44 RAVEN
Robinson R44 Astro
| The R44 is a fast, high performance four place
helicopter designed to meet the rigorous demands of today's competitive market. The R44
incorporates the same rugged reliability, easy maintenance and low operating costs found
in Robinson two seat R22, but with higher performance, expanded comfort and handling
characteristics similar to large helicopters. |
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The R44's design was optimized for speed, reliability and low
maintenance. Its clean, aerodynamic design allows a high cruise speed of 130 mph and an
average fuel consumption of 12 to 15 gallons per hour. |
| The cabin configuration offers comfortable
"two plus two" seating with removable dual controls. The unobstructed cabin area
has no bulkhead or post between the front and the rear seats, assuring exceptional
visibility for all passengers. The R44's modern design and excellent performance make it
an ideal choice for variety of private, business, and utility applications including
personal and business transport, air taxi, sight seeing, photography, radio and television
news reporting, construction site support and law enforcement. |
Robinson R44 Raven
| Robinson Helicopter Company has established a solid
reputation for producing affordable helicopters engineered to a superior standard. The R44
Raven fully delivers on this reputation |
| The Raven incorporates as standard equipment newly developed hydraulic
flight controls which eliminate stick shake and control forces in flight. Other
improvements are adjustable pedals to increase pilot comfort, and new elastomeric tail
rotor teeter hinges, which further reduce the R44's already low maintenance requirements.
The Raven also sports a cleaner, updated paint scheme making it immediately
distinguishable. |
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| Robinson's engineering emphasis on quality and reliability
continues to be recognized. Confirming this reliability, NTSB statistics show that
Robinson helicopters (both R22 and R44) have fewer accidents due to aircraft or engine
failure than other light helicopters. The R44's exceptional design and proven
performance make it ideal for a variety of private, business an utility applications. To
allow extended flight over water, the R44 is available with either fixed or emergency pop
out floats (R44 clipper). Also the R44 is available fully equipped for law enforcement
activities (R44 police helicopter) or for live television news broadcast. |
| Weights |
Performance |
| Gross weight |
2400 Lb |
Cruise speed |
113 Kt |
| Empty weight |
1442 Lb |
Maximum range |
400 miles |
| Standard fuel (30.6 gal) |
184 Lb |
Hover ceiling IGE |
6400 feet |
| Auxiliary fuel (18.3 gal) |
110 Lb |
Hover ceiling OGE |
5100 feet |
| passengers and baggage with standard fuel |
774 Lb |
Rate of climb |
over 1000 FPM |
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Maximum operating altitude |
14000 feet |
Robinson R44 Clipper
| The R44 clipper, with either fixed or pop out flouts
installed, can fly with added safety over water |
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Advanced float design and a low center of gravity enhance the Clipper's
stability on rough seas. The fixed utility float installation adds approximately 50
pounds to the R44's empty weight. Cruise speed is reduced by less than 10 knots. The pop
out float installation adds about 65 pounds to the empty weight but does not reduce its
cruise speed below a standard R44. |
| Unlike some emergency floats, the Clipper's pop out floats
have the same buoyancy as the fixed utility floats. Either float configuration allows
take-off following a precautionary or emergency water. |
For more information about all Robinson products : www.robinsonheli.com
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