1998 Robinson R44 Astro for sale

1998 Robinson R44 Astro

Piston Helicopters

FOR SALE
$85,000
Seats 4
Engine Lycoming O-540-F1B5
Cruise 110 kts (204 km/h)
ICAO Type R44
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

For sale is a 1998 Astro. This aircraft was last overhauled 5/9/2007. This ship has 240 hours remaining until it reaches its 2200 hour overhaul mark. The last annual was completed by Sevier County Choppers on October 2015. This ship comes with an attitude indicator, NAT Audio Controller, KY197A Radio, and a KT76C transponder. Hydraulics, bladder tanks, and wheels are not included. This ship is a daily flyer. Please contact us for the most current times. This aircraft is located at Gatlinburg Airport in Sevierville, TN. Please contact Jimmy at or email

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About This Robinson R44 Astro

This 1998 Robinson R44 Astro is a 4-seat piston helicopters . There are currently 5 R44 Astro aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $23,077 to $139,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $85,000.

The R44 Astro cruises at 110 kts (204 km/h) with a range of 300 nm (556 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 15 GPH (57 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $82/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $180/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $25,000.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Budget $225 for pre-purchase inspection

Robinson R44 Astro — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
110 kts (204 km/h)
Max Speed
130 kts (241 km/h)
Range
300 nm (556 km)
Ceiling
14,000 ft (4,267 m)
Max Weight
2,400 lbs (1,089 kg)
Useful Load
882 lbs (400 kg)
Horsepower
225 HP
Fuel Capacity
31 gal (117 L)
Fuel Burn
15 GPH (57 L/h)
TBO
2,200 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

ROBINSON R44 Astro

Fuel Burn
15.0 GPH
~$98/hr
Variable Cost
$180/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$25,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$150,000
every 2,200 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the ROBINSON R44 Astro. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registration number not available.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Location not available

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

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