Robinson Helicopter
R22 Beta II
The Robinson R22 Beta II is a two-seat light piston helicopter widely used for flight training and personal transportation. Powered by a Lycoming O-360 engine, it is known for its low operating costs and simple maintenance. It is one of the most produced helicopters in the world and a staple of flight schools globally.
- Most popular training helicopter worldwide
- Low acquisition and operating costs
- Two-seat side-by-side configuration
- Simple piston engine maintenance
- Strong resale value
- FAA single-pilot certified
R22 Beta II key specifications
- Range
- 190 nm
- Cruise speed
- 96 kts
- Passengers
- up to 2
- Max take-off weight
- 1,370 lb
- Engines
- 1 × Piston
About the R22 Beta II
The Robinson Helicopter R22 Beta II is a helicopter from the R22 family that entered service in 1985 and is a long-serving design with a deep support and parts network. Developed in the United States, it is built for point-to-point access without the need for a runway.
On performance, it offers a maximum range of about 190 nautical miles and a cruise of roughly 96 knots. It seats up to 2 passengers and is powered by 1 Lycoming O-360-J2A engine.
Its 190 nm range makes it well matched to short-haul hops and local operations. It is certified for single-pilot operation. Use the comparisons below to see how the R22 Beta II stacks up against similar aircraft, then request a tailored assessment.
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Value & depreciation
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How the R22 Beta II compares
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