The Robinson R66 Turbine is a five-place helicopter that incorporates many of the design features of its reputable predecessor, the R44, including a two-bladed rotor system, T-bar cyclic and an open interior cabin configuration. Notable differences are the R66’s increased reserve power, improved altitude performance, fifth seat and dedicated baggage compartment.
With continued focus on safety, the R66 meets the latest FAA crashworthiness regulations. After five years of research and development, the R66’s design includes a well-constructed cabin, energy absorbing seats and a new bladder fuel system. The open cabin configuration comfortably seats five adults with passenger views that are not obstructed. Increased capacity, and lower acquisition and operating costs made the R66 the ideal turbine helicopter for private, business and utility applications.
Rolls Royce RR300 Turboshaft Engine
A derivative of the RR250 series specifically designed for the R66. The RR300 turbine engine operates on readily available jet A fuel, delivering excellent power and responsiveness in a light-weight compact installation.
Simplified Starting Procedure
A latching starter and a fuel cutoff control which is separate from the collective twistgrip reduces the chance of over-temping during startup.
Engine Monitoring Unit (EMU)
Continuously records gas generator/compressor rpm, turbine rpm, engine torque, and measured gas temperature (MGT). An engine anti-ice system is also standard.
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R66 Features
Open cabin design comfortably seats five adults.
Baggage Compartment
The spacious 18 cubic-foot, 300 lb capacity compartment can accommodate three or four full-sizes suitcases. Additional storage space is provided under each seat for personal belongings.
Tri-Hinge Rotor Design
Eliminates lag hinges, dampers, and hydraulic struts. Blades resist corrosion and have thick leading edges to minimizer edges to minimize erosion.
Air Vents
Air vents in each door and in the nose provide fresh air for pilot and passengers.
Ground Handling
Ground handling is made easy with ground handling wheels. A tow cart adapter is included for use with Robinson’s optional electric tow cart.
Hydraulic Power Controls
Hydraulic power controls eliminate stick shake and control forces enabling precise hovering and a smoother ride.
Rotor Brake
Enables the pilot to stop the rotor blades more quickly, reducing shutdown time and risk of injury to bystanders.
Center-Positioned Cyclic
Robinson’s center-position teetering T-Bar cyclic makes it easy to enter and exit the cockpit. Left-seat flight controls are removable.
Pistol-Grip Cyclic
Incorporates two-position trigger switches for intercom and transmit. Pilot-side grip has buttons for convenient switching of COM frequencies.
Service
No scheduled maintenance is required between 100 hour inspections. Main and tail rotor drive systems use maintenance-free flexible couplings in place of universal joints or gear couplings. Primary controls actuate by bell cranks and push-pull tubes eliminating cables and pulleys. Teflon-lined bearings reduce periodic lubrication requirements.
Time-Between-Overhaul (TBO)
Time-Between-Overhaul (TBO) is 2000 hours or 12 years for the airframe and 2000 hours or 3000 start cycles for the engine, whichever occurs first. All life limited components have approved service lives of at least 2000 hours.
Worldwide Service
Service is readily available with factory-trained technicians at Robinson approved service centers throughout the world.
Warranty
The R66 comes with a two year or 1,000 hour limited aircraft warranty.
Optional Upgrades
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system featuresfront and rear vents which circulate cool air throughout the cabin.
The air conditioning system weighs 42 pounds and has a 17,000 Btu/hr cooling capacity.
Pilot’s Avionics Console
Places a GPS unit in an easy-to-see and reach position, minimizing time spent looking down. The console can accommodate a GPS, GPS/COM, or GPS/NAV/COM.
Bose A20 Aviation Headsets
With active noise reduction and Bluetooth communications interface.
Avionics
COM radio and transponder are standard. A variety of Bendix/King and Garmin avionics upgrades are available.
R66 Cockpit
Shown with 7-hole instrument panel and optional Pilot’s Avionics Console.
Shaded area indicates silhouette of optional 9-hole instrument panel.
Specifications
| Engine Type | Rolls Royce RR300 300 shp turboshaft derated to 270 shp for takeoff and 224 shp continuous |
| Maximum Gross Weight | 2700 lb (1225 kg) |
| Approximate Empty Weight (including oil & std avionics) | 1280 lb (581 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity (73.6 gal) | 493 lb (224 kg) |
| Passengers and Baggage with Maximum Fuel | 927 lb (420 kg) |
| Cruise Speed | up to 125 kts (144 mph) |
| Maximum Range (no reserve) | approx 350 nm (400 sm) |
| Hover Ceiling IGE at Maximum Gross Weight | over 10,000 ft |
| Hover Ceiling OGE at Maximum Gross Weight | over 10,000 ft |
| Rate of Climb | over 1000 fpm |
| Maximum Operating Altitude | 14,000 ft |
| 7-Hole Instrument Panel | standard |
| Electrical System | 28 volt |
Dimensions
Standard Instruments
- Airspeed indicator
- Altimeter
- Digital outside air temperature gage
- Hour meter
- Magnetic compass
- Oil temperature & pressure gages
- Quartz clock
- Rotor/engine dual tachometer
- Vertical speed indicator
- N1 Tachometer
- Torque Meter
- Turbine Gas Temperature Indicator
Annunciator Light Panel
- Airspeed indicator
- Engine fire
- Low fuel
- Low oil pressure
- Low rotor RPM
- Main gearbox temperature
- Main gearbox chip
- Tail rotor gearbox chip
- Engine chip
- Anti ice
- Gen
- Fuel filter
- Cowl Door
- Air filter
- EMU
Standard Equipment
- Airspeed indicator
- Leather seats
- HID landing lights
- Anti-collision light
- Belly hard point
- Cabin heater and defogger
- Door locks
- Floor and hand intercom switches
- Navigation, panel and map lights
- Integrated oil filter w/bypass indicator
- Engine air filter w/bypass indicator
- 160 Amp starter generator
- Engine compressor rinse nozzle
- Pilot-side adjustable pedals
- Rotor blade tie downs
- Tinted windscreen and windows
- Tow cart adapter
- Windshield cover
- Robinson travel bag
Quality Manufacturing
To ensure the highest quality, Robinson manufactures, assembles, inspects and flight tests all of its helicopters at its Torrance, California factory. The facility features state of the art equipment including computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining centers, electrical discharge machines (EDM), and water jet and laser cutting machines. Coordinate measuring machines (CMM) capable of checking dimensional tolerances within 3 microns or 120 millionths of an inch are used to inspect precision machined parts. This level of accuracy is essential to the design and fabrication of interchangeable parts.
To maximize efficiency and productivity, a large percentage of parts are manufactured in-house allowing the company to better control costs, eliminate delays and ensure the best possible quality.
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