Robinson R22
Pilot Training, Trial Lesson and Self-Fly Hire
The Robinson R22 Helicopter is very cost-efective and one of the most popular pilot training helicopters in the World.
The Robinson R22 is a two-seater helicopter manufactured in California and has a proven track record for performance and versatility for over 40 years. Its design has a two-bladed rotor system and the distinctive Robinson T-bar cyclic control. It is powered by a flat 4-cylinder piston reciprocating engine.
Performance
Top speed: 102 kts (just under 118 mph)
Maximum Operating Altitude: 14,000 ft.
Maximum Range: 285 miles (460 km) with full fuel load.
The R22's size and compact cockpit do result in a few physical limitations for the pilot/passenger, including:
- a manufacturer's seat weight limit of 16st (102kg)
- fixed position pedals & seats (no adjustment for height)
ROBINSON R44 RAVEN I & II
Pilot Training and Commercial Air Transport
The Robinson R44 Helicopter is very cost-effective compared to other ‘entry’ level options and is used Worldwide with an excellent safety record.
helicopter manufactured in California and has a proven track record for performance and versatility for over 40 years. Its design has a two-bladed rotor system and the distinctive Robinson T-bar cyclic control. It is powered by a flat 6-cylinder fuel-injected piston reciprocating engine.
Performance
Cruise speed: 102 kts (just under 118 mph)
Maximum Operating Altitude: 14,000 ft.
Maximum Range: 345 miles (550 km) with full fuel load.
The R22's size and compact cockpit do result in a few physical limitations for the pilot/passenger, including:
- a manufacturer's seat weight limit of 21st (130kg)
- limited leg room and luggage capacity
AIRBUS AS350 B2
Commercial Air Transport
The Airbus AS350 B2 Helicopter is a tried and tested model used Worldwide with an excellent safety record. First manufactured in France in the mid 1970s it has a proven track record for performance and versatility for almost 50 years.
Its design has a spacious cabin and uses a three-bladed rotor system with a Starflex rotor head and is powered by a single turbojet engine.
Performance
Cruise speed: 133 kts (just under 153 mph)
Maximum Operating Altitude: 15,100 ft.
Maximum Range: 414 miles (666 km) with full fuel load.
AIRBUS EC130 B4 & T2
Commercial Air Transport
The Airbus EC130 B4 and T2 Helicopters is a tried and tested model used Worldwide with an excellent safety record. First manufactured in France in the mid 1970s it has a proven track record for performance and versatility for almost 50 years.
Its design has a spacious cabin and uses a three-bladed rotor system with a Starflex rotor head and is powered by a single turbojet engine.
Performance
Cruise speed: 133 kts (just under 153 mph)
Maximum Operating Altitude: 15,100 ft.
Maximum Range: 414 miles (666 km) with full fuel load.
