Externally, these two models were identical. This was replaced by a 160hp B2C engine in the HP model. The originals were powered by a Lycoming O-320 A2C engine delivering 150hp. The first aircraft delivered starting in 1979 have become known as R22 Standards. The majority of helicopter pilots trained since the mid 80s, including myself, have probably done so in the R22.įrank Robinson’s goal was to bring helicopter flying to the masses with a machine that was cheap and reliable, and on both of those accounts he certainly has achieved his aims.Īs of 2016, 4,600 R22 helicopters have been sold from the factory, which is a pretty damn good effort for a company with humble beginnings. I don’t think that many people thought, at the time, that a bug like helicopter like the ‘Robbie’ would last the distance. The R22, turns 40 in March… That’s right: 40! Not bad for a little helicopter effectively designed by one man.Īctually, it first flew in 1975 but it’s been in continuous production since March 1979.
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