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 – Matt.
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.