Reasons Why You Should Choose A Robinsons Helicopter.
Although many R22's come up for sale throughout the year they are usually snapped up by training schools or by individuals who have just completed their training in the R22. What makes the R22 so popular is its simple design which comprises of a pod style cabin with a boom tail. The engine is a light a piston style which drives a two blade rotor. Possibly due to a number of novice pilots that use the R22 the accident rate is higher than normal. Despite this higher than usual accident rate the Federal Aviation Administration does consider the R22 to be a safe helicopter.
As well as being used by many training schools the R22 is used commercially for crop spraying, observation and in some areas is even used to herd cattle. A very large number are however solely used in a personal capacity. One alternative to the R22 is its bigger brother the R44. Looking for a Robinson R44 Helicopter for sale is often more successful than looking for the R22 as it is more expensive and therefore has fewer potential buyers.
The R44 is the upgraded version of the R22 with a larger more reliable engine, The costs of running the larger R44 are estimated to be around $160 per hour which is something that you need to consider before buying. Safety wise and the additional weight of the R44 make it a much safer option. It is not affected by gusts of winds as much as the R22 which aids handling and stability. This probably accounts for one of the reasons why the R44 is gaining in popularity with training schools and is quickly becoming more popular than the Robinson R22.
One additional benefit of buying a Robinson is that once you have found your Robinson helicopter for sale and completed the purchase you are sure to find lots of help and advice due to the sheer number that are owned by private individuals. In fact you may find you get more advice and help that you bargained for.
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