Robinson R44
At Hummingbird, a popular aircraft we have is the R44 Raven II.
This 4 seater vehicle has an approximate endurance of 3 hours along with a powerful fuel injected engine, giving out a max speed of 130 knots (150 mph).
The required training for the R44 is a minimum of 5 hours flight training and 1 written multiple choice exam, followed by a flight test with our in-house CAA approved examiner.
Robinson R22
If you’d like the flexibility of having the R22 on your licence then we can provide the Type Rating in our R22 Beta II.
The 2-seater R22 Beta II is a proven workhorse that has delivered exceptional performance in a variety of applications for over thirty years.
A powder-coated steel tube structure provides a light yet rigid airframe while the aircraft’s aerodynamic fuselage optimises airspeed and fuel economy.
The R22 is powered by Lycoming’s proven O-360 engine that is derated to provide reserve power and better performance at high altitudes and in hot weather.
Type Rating Structure
R22 Type Rating
Includes:
8 hours theory instruction + Exam
5 hours flight instruction
Type rating flight test and aircraft hire
R44 Type Rating
Includes:
8 hours theory instruction + Exam
5 hours flight instruction
Type rating flight test and aircraft hire
Trial Lessons & Introductory Flights
EACH EXPERIENCE IS A FULL LESSON ENABLING YOU TO HAVE A FULL ONE-TO-ONE EXPERIENCE WITH A HIGHLY QUALIFIED INSTRUCTOR.
Our aircraft has dual controls, allowing you the opportunity to have a go yourself.
All our Trial Lessons include a one-to-one pre-flight briefing, during which time the Instructor will introduce you to the basic principles of helicopter flight and answer any questions that you may have.
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