Robinson R88
| R88 | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Type | Light utility helicopter |
| Manufacturer | Robinson Helicopter Company |
| History | |
| Predecessors | Robinson R66 |
The Robinson R88 is an under development helicopter designed and built by Robinson Helicopter Company. It has ten seats and is powered by a Safran Arriel 2W turboshaft engine. Unlike the R22, R44, and R66, which use a teetering bar control, the R88 uses conventional dual controls.[1]
It was announced in March 2025, with first flight expected later in the year.[2][3]
Specifications
[edit]General characteristics
- Crew: 1
- Capacity: 8 passengers or 3,000 lb (1,360 kg) external load[4]
- Powerplant: 1 × Safran Arriel 2W turboshaft, 1,000 shp (750 kW)
- Cruise speed: 130 kn (240 km/h)[5]
Performance
- Range: 350 nmi (400 mi, 650 km)
See also
[edit]Related development
Aircraft of comparable role, configuration, and era
Related lists
References
[edit]- ^ Matt Thurber (10 March 2025). "Robinson Unveils the R88, Its Largest-ever Helicopter | AIN". Aviation International News. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ "All-New R88". Robinson Helicopter Company. Retrieved 10 March 2025.
- ^ Niles, Russ (10 March 2025). "Robinson Unveils 10-Seat R88 At Verticon". AVweb. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ "Company Unveils Larger Aircraft" (Press release). Robinson Helicopter Company. March 9, 2025. Retrieved May 31, 2026.
- ^ Flying Eyes Optics (March 14, 2025). "Robinson Unveils the R88". Flying Eyes Optics. Retrieved May 31, 2026.