1999 Robinson R44 Raven I for sale

1999 Robinson R44 Raven I

Piston Helicopters

FOR SALE
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Location Burbach
Seats 4
Reg # OE-XYK Austria
Engine Lycoming O-540-F1B5
Cruise 109 kts (202 km/h)
ICAO Type R44
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

Robinson R44 Astro-Hydraulic/Raven 1 Strong Engine Time Recent Component Upgrades For sale: Robinson R44 Astro (S/N 0572) with solid maintenance history, low-time engine, and several key components recently renewed. General Information Total Time (TT): approx. 3,843 hours Engine: Lycoming O-540-F1B5 Engine Time (TSO): approx. 754 hours Configuration: Suitable for training, utility, or cost-efficient commercial use Key Highlights Low-time engine (~750h since overhaul) approx. 1,200+ hours remaining to TBO Main rotor blades replaced in 2024 approx. 2,000+ hours remaining Tail rotor blades also recently replaced (2024) Strong component status across dynamic systems Maintenance Airworthiness Full Airworthiness Review valid until November 2028 ARC valid until November 2026 Maintained under CAMO (Helihansa GmbH) All inspections performed in accordance with regulations Current Maintenance Status 100-hour / annual inspection fresh done Several routine checks approaching due (normal for active aircraft) Aircraft is in active operational condition, but should be delivered with fresh inspection for optimal value. Component Status Remaining Life Airframe: mid/high-time (~3,800h), but Main components: largely renewed or mid-life Main rotor blades: ~2,000h remaining Engine: strong remaining life (~1,200h) Many components valid well into the 2030s Why This Aircraft Stands Out Combination of high-time airframe + low-time engine Recently replaced rotor blades (major cost factor eliminated) Good remaining life on key components Attractive entry price compared to low-time aircraft Ideal for operators focused on ROI and utilization Honest Assessment This is not a low-time collector aircraft, but a very practical and economically attractive R44: ???? You are essentially buying: a mid-time platform with fresh critical components (engine + blades)

Engine

1 Engine, Piston

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Price Comparison 1 active offer

Source Price Action
Startrade Heli GmbH & Co KG
planecheck.com
$346,053 *
€ 299,900
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globalplanesearch.com
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Robinson R44 Raven I

This 1999 Robinson R44 Raven I (OE-XYK) is a 4-seat piston helicopters . There are currently 106 R44 Raven I aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $59,000 to $744,120.

The R44 Raven I cruises at 109 kts (202 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 $200/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 Raven I — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
109 kts (202 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 Raven I

Fuel Burn
15.0 GPH
~$98/hr
Variable Cost
$200/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 Raven I. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (OE-XYK) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Burbach

Seller reported

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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