Aircraft Fleet

Robinson R22 Beta

Available: Charter, Training, Aerial Photography, Animal control, Surveying

The R22 is a 2 seat American made light piston helicopter. The R22 was designed in 1979 by Frank Robinson as a means of personal transportation. The R22 was previously the most widely used helicopter in the world until being over-taken by its big brother; the R44. The R22 has achieved great popularity within the Australian Mustering community.

General Information:

• Crew: 2
• Length: 8.7M
• Rotor diameter: 7.7M
• Height: 2.7 m
• Powerplant: 1× Lycoming O-320-A2B or -A2C flat 4 piston engine, 124 hp (93 kW)

Performance:

• Cruising Speed: 80 Knots
• Top Speed: 102 Knots
• Range: 380Km
• Service Ceiling: 14,000 Feet
• Rate of Climb: 1,200 Feet per Minute