UralHelicom holds R44 presentation in Vladivostok
Source: UralHelicom, 3 Sep, 10
n the period from 16 to 22 August 2010 “Ural helicopter company – URALHELICOM» conducted a presentation R44 Robinson helicopter in Vladivostok. Especially for the presentation from the factory Robinson Helicopter Company, was taken to a new helicopter R44 Clipper I. At the airport Shamora, during the week, were conducted demonstration flights. Anyone wishing to [...]
Aviation group may be able to help reduce Torrance helicopter noise
Source: Daily Breeze, 31 Aug, 10
Southern California Air Space Users Working Group, which works with the FAA to design safer air space, pledged to take a look at helicopter issues in and around Torrance Municipal Airport
Dart announces certification of Robinson R22 & R44 cabin floor protectors
Source: DART Helicopter Services, 22 Aug, 10
DART Helicopter Services is pleased to announce that their affiliated partner, DART Aerospace Ltd., has received Transport Canada, FAA and EASA approval of their Clear Cabin Floor Protectors for the R22 & R44 models of helicopters. DART’s Cabin Floor Protectors Kits are made of lightweight, non-warping durable plastic – available in Clear or Black. These [...]
Georgia search suspended for night for overdue R44
Source: Palm Beach Post, 5 Aug, 10
The R44 was expected to arrive at 5 p.m. Monday at the helipad at the Brasstown Valley Resort and Spa in Young Harris, Ga., about 90 miles from Atlanta. The helicopter was last heard from during a refueling stop in Madison.
Blue Sky Aviation R44 aids Central Valley law enforcement
Source: Visalia Times-Deleta, 3 Aug, 10
In operation since 2008 in Tulare and Porterville, Blue Sky Aviation has been working with local law enforcement agencies throughout Tulare County, except Visalia Police Dept and Tulare County Sheriff’s Dept.
Florida exotic car club adds R44
Source: Miami Drive, 3 Aug, 10
Miami Drive, South Florida’s first exotic car share club and concierge service, announced today a new addition to their fleet, a Robinson R44 Raven helicopter. The helicopter, which is provided with a personal air charter, is the newest addition to its fleet, to be used interchangeably with the private club’s high end and exotic vehicles. [...]
Poll finds over 46% want helicopter noise reduced at Torrance
Source: Daily Breeze, 2 Aug, 10
The online poll asked: “Do you think steps need to be taken to reduce helicopter noise in Torrance?” – Results were 53.62% said NO (1,003 votes); 46.37% said YES (862 votes).
R44 lead time from order down to 6-8 weeks, says Russian dealer
Source: Ural Helicom, 7 Jul, 10
(Electronic Translation from Russian) In anticipation of post-crisis boom Helicopter Company Robinson Helicopter Company (USA) to optimize the process of production of new helicopters, R44, Robinson and reduced time to market finished products. Now get a new one, created by individual order, the helicopter can be in just 6-8 weeks! after the placement of the [...]
Botched takeoff blamed for Temecula R44 crash
Source: Press-Enterprise, 6 Jul, 10
Refers to accident 06-Apr-10 N688SS Robinson R44 Temecula, US-California (see HeliHub.com page for this accident)
Mauna Loa Helicopters launches NVG training programme
Source: NightFlight Concepts, 9 Jun, 10
Night Flight Concepts (NFC) traveled to Hawaii earlier this month to provide night vision goggle training to Mauna Loa Helicopters (MLH). With locations on three of the Hawaiian Islands, Mauna Loa Helicopters is an FAA-Approved Part 141 helicopter flight school. In addition, the school boasts ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges) being one [...]
Philippines CAA makes Robinson safety course mandatory
Source: Manila Bulletin, 3 Jun, 10
Pilots rated to fly Robinson R-44 and R22 helicopters will be required to undergo a Safety Awareness Seminar on June 7th
FAI confirms eight records for R44 pilot
Source: http://www.aopa.org/aircraft/articles/2010/100517helirecord.html, 19 May, 10
Helicopter pilot Mark Young of Montrose, Colo., set eight world helicopter records last year that were recently ratified by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale, including speed records and a landing on Pikes Peak.
Philippines grounds all Robinsons
Source: ABS-CBN, 19 May, 10
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) sgrounded 33 R44s and 18 R22s following a fatal R44 accident which killed the four occupants and a fifth person on the ground.
Tulsa Police considers relaunching air unit with R44s
Source: NewsOn6, 11 May, 10
Mayor Dewey Bartlett has suggested the city might sell the two helicopters it has now (MD500 and LongRanger) and replace them with models that cost less to fly made by Robinson Helicopter.
Three private Russian R44s make first tourism trip out of country
Source: Jets.RU, 7 May, 10
The expedition follows the route Moscow – Saint-Petersburg – Finland – Sweden – Norway – Germany – Poland – Lithuania – Latvia – Estonia – Saint-Petersburg – Moscow
Paraguay National Police get airborne with first of three new R44s
Source: ABC, 25 Apr, 10
The first of three law-enforcement equipped R44s has arrived at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport – Paraguay’s main national and international gateway, located at Luque, suburb of the capital Asunción.
25-Apr-10 I-DUKY Robinson R44 Barni, Italy
25 Apr, 10
Russian fraud court case centres on a Bell 407 and two Robinson R44s
Source: BizAvNews, 16 Mar, 10
They are accused of smuggling in 2005 on the territory of Russia from Canada, three helicopters, Bell 407 and Robinson R-44. For businessman was also charged with evading payment of customs duties and the legalization of smuggled property.
Heliair chosen to operate permanent heliport at Silverstone F1 circuit
Source: F1SA, 24 Feb, 10
Heliair will also run all helicopter operations for event days at Silverstone including the British Grand Prix.
Aspen Avionics and Chippewa Aerospace Partner on Helicopter STCs
Source: Aspen Avionics, 22 Feb, 10
pen Avionics, Inc., manufacturer of the award-winning Evolution Flight Display System, and Chippewa Aerospace, a leading aerospace engineering service firm, announce their partnership to develop a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installation of the Aspen Evolution EFD1000H Pro Primary Flight Display (PFD), the EFD1000H Multi-Function Display (MFD), and the EFD500H MFD on the Robinson R22 [...]
Baton Rouge Police add Robinson R44
Source: The Advocate, 19 Feb, 10
The Police Department received the four-seat chopper — equipped with technology allowing police to track a fleeing suspect in the dark, a camera and a spotlight — in January
Philippine National Police buy three Robinson R44s
Source: GMA News, 11 Feb, 10
Last Wednesday night, three brand new helicopters touched down on the parade ground of Camp Crame, headquarters of the Philippine National Police.
Simplex recieves PMA for Helipod products
Source: Simplex, 8 Feb, 10
Simplex Manufacturing has announced that it has now received FAA PMA on its newly acquired line of Helipod products, including the new spray system for the Robinson R44 helicopter. Simplex purchased Helipod International in June of 2009 and successfully transferred all of the FAA and other STC’s during the remainder of 2009. Simplex was awarded [...]
Stewart Island Helicopters takes delivery of R44
Source: NZ Civil Aircraft blog, 4 Feb, 10
Subject helicopter is Robinson R44 Astro ZK-HVQ c/n 0235
Universal Helicopters appointed exclusive helicopter training provider to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Source: Prescott e-News, 30 Jan, 10
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is pleased to announce its selection of Universal Helicopters (UHI) as the exclusive provider of the Helicopter Flight Training Program to students at the University’s Prescott, Ariz., campus.
21-Jan-10 CC-PSZ Robinson R44 Curimon, Chile
21 Jan, 10
Book Review – “Robbie – The Robinson Helicopter Experience”
Source: Suite 101, 11 Jan, 10
Published in 2008, this is a beautifully produced coffee table type book, with stunning photographs of Robinson R22 and R44 helicopters operating all over the world.
Stratus Helicopters Announces Complete Instrument Training Program
Source: Vertical, 29 Dec, 09
Stratus Helicopters, the premier Helicopter Services and Training Provider in South Western Ohio has announced the availability of a complete Instrument Training Program for those seeking a Helicopter Instrument Rating
Forward Vision EVS Certified On Robinson R44 Helicopter
Source: RotorNews, 20 Nov, 09
Forward Vision Systems, Inc. and One Sky Aviation announced the completion and award of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installation of the Company’s “Enhanced Vision System” EVS 100/600 on the R44 Model Robinson Helicopter.
15-Nov-09 G-WEMS Robinson R44 Shobdon, UK
15 Nov, 09
