Goldy Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 Robinson has announced they are taking positions for the new R66. Cruises at 120 knots, so looks a bit faster than the 44 RII. $770,000.00 buys you a brand new 66. It can also buy you a really nice used 206B3, or a higher time 206L4. Personally, I'll pass. But I will be happy to take a ride in yours if you wish ! Goldy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam32 Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 I was just going to post this!! Yep, ill take a nice 500D or E thank you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rotowing Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 Guess if it's faster than a 44 then you can die faster huh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottL Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 Question I'm wondering is, will it be added to the SFAR training requirements Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yzchopper Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 I would take the 500D also. I'm looking at an ad right now for a 1981 MD500D with 6351 TTSN with over 70% good times remaing at $515,000. Here is another MD500D for $495,000 with only 6055.5 TTAF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lelebebbel Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 its 30 knots faster than a Jetbox, and you can put paying customers in the back unlike a 500 - so, at least for passenger transportation it certainly beats both of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turboshaft Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 its 30 knots faster than a JetboxHow do you reach that conclusion? MCP cruise @ MGW in a JetRanger is 115 kts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delorean Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 How do you reach that conclusion? MCP cruise @ MGW in a JetRanger is 115 kts. That's what they advertise, but maybe 105 at MGW. 110 if you're by yourself. That's what it is for the Bs & Ls I fly at least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironranger Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 Remember the old saying "Don't judge it until you fly it" Maybe this bird will surprise everyone. The price sure looks a lot more attractive then what I expected. IR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldy Posted February 7, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 Question I'm wondering is, will it be added to the SFAR training requirements How different is it from a 44? I'm guessing not much, so my guess the FAA will add it to SFAR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam32 Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 That's what they advertise, but maybe 105 at MGW. 110 if you're by yourself. That's what it is for the Bs & Ls I fly at least. Okay, so the R66 might be less then advertised too... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MLH Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 The MR radius is the same as the RavenII, wonder if it uses the same blades? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r22butters Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 The R44 will actually cruise at 130kts (below 2200lbs gross weight) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lelebebbel Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 Okay, so the R66 might be less then advertised too... A R44 already easily cruises past a 206, and the R66 is supposed to be faster than the R44...Doesn't matter if you like Robinsons or not, you can't argue the fact that they are quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaredsega Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 How do you reach that conclusion? MCP cruise @ MGW in a JetRanger is 115 kts. AHAHAHAHHA YA RIGHT!! I like flying the 206 but 115 kts!???! hahahahahhahahahha NO!206L easy, 206B NOPE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldy Posted February 8, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 The R44 will actually cruise at 130kts (below 2200lbs gross weight) I've never flown a RavenI that will cruise with a load much past 110 knots. My definition of cruise is MP at or below continuous rating, and no loss of altitude. I do fly a RavenII that bips along at 110-115, but with 4 people, I can't get near red line without losing altitude. They are fast ships, no doubt. Ever notice how much more power it takes to increase speed once your past 100 knots or so? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldy Posted February 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Back to the original post, here is a link to the price list for the 66. http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103020519676...hWh4uJBSkHUqW6G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeloJunkie Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Back to the original post, here is a link to the price list for the 66. Ack....did you check out the note on the bottom - I think maybe that was put there because of me.... I wonder how they do that...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldy Posted February 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2010 (edited) Ack....did you check out the note on the bottom - I think maybe that was put there because of me.... I wonder how they do that...? Here's a link to the official spec sheet: http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103021928380...ieYwPeiL-ES6YMg You mean "OVER", or "Clear Windshield available". OK, just kidding. Having seen your photos, yes, no doubt they added the "extra" electronics verbage. By doing that, they can simply say that in the event of any accident/incident that you added "non approved electrical items" and wash their hands. Typical manufacturer shifting liability wherever they can. I'm not knocking them, they would be foolish not to do it! Hows that 500 doing? I keep trying to get down there and see the guys at Newport Beach PD and you. Goldy Edited February 10, 2010 by Goldy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.