Friday, November 21, 2008

R22

Total Production: 4,000

R22 Beta II

Unitary Cost: USD$220,000

Origin
United States of America

Contractor/s
Robinson Helicopter

Power plant:
O-360

Description: The Robinson R22 is a light, twin-seat, single-engine helicopter intended for entry-level applications and featuring outstanding reliability. The R22 helicopter comfortable two-seat cabin has removable dual controls on the passenger side. A Lycoming O-360 long-life engine rated at 131-hp drives the two-bladed main rotor.

The R22 Beta II is the latest addition to the R22 helicopter family. The Beta II is equipped with a precision-engineered RPM governor, a durable rotor brake, an auxiliary fuel system for added versatility and increased range, plus a high-quality voice-activated intercom. Its aerodynamics allow for a top speed of 110 mph with an average fuel consumption of 8 to 10 gallons per hour.

The R22 helicopter family has an affordable price tag of approx. $220,000 (as of 2007) and low operating costs. So far Robinson Helicopter has produced more than 4,000 R22s for customers in more than 60 countries over the last 20 years.

Specifications
Accommodation: Crew 2

Dimensions: Height 107 in, Length 345 in, Main Rotor Diameter 302 in, Width 76 in

Weights: Fuel Load 115 lb (52.2 kg) optional fuel load of 63-lb, Max Weight 1,370 lb (621 kg), Min Weight 855 lb (388 kg), Payload 400 lb (181 kg)

Performance: Ceiling 14,000 ft (4,267 m), Climb Rate 1,000 fpm () at sea level, Cruise Speed 110 mph (177 kph), Hovering Ceiling 9,400 ft (2,865 m), Max Range 300 miles (483 km) with aux fuel tanks, Time Between Overhaul 2,200 hours, Top Speed 118 mph (190 kph)

Fuel: Fuel Consumption 8 gal/hr

Power: Power 131 hp

Other: Number of Engines 1, Tail Rotor Blades 2

Operators

see operators map

Lebanon

United Kingdom

United States of America

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Internet Resources
robinsonheli.com

Notes
(*) lead contractor
IOC: Initial Operating Capability
FOC: Full Operating Capability
CEP: Circular Error Probable
Comm: Commissioning Date
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