1997 Robinson R44 Astro
Piston Helicopters
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
1997 R44 Astro (w/Hydraulics) (OH'd 2022) Available Immediately Exterior Base: Blue. No Trim. (N-Numbers will be taped on). Interior: Gray Leather. Fire Extinguisher with Pocket. Vertical Card Compass. Digital Artificial Horizon. Directional Gyro. Slip Skid Indicator. Garmin GTR225A Com. King Transponder. 4 Headsets (1 Bose A20, 1 Bose A30 2 Non-Noise Canceling). Ground Handling Wheels. Tug included in sale. 845 TSOH* 2200 FIELD HOUR OVERHAUL JUNE, 2022 @ 4399.6 AFTT 15 YEAR TRBs INSTALLED SEPTEMBER, 2025 ADS-B OUT (uAvionix Tail Beacon) *Approximate hours as of June 13, 2026 (TT 5245 Hrs). Last Annual/100 Hour Inspection performed: January, 2026. All applicable ADs SBs current through RHC SB-114. SB-115 (Loose Gearmotors on Belt-Tension Actuators), SB-116 (Ground Handling Wheel Support Reorientation), SB-117 (Loose Gearmotors on Belt-Tension Actuators), SB-118 (Main Rotor Teeter Hinge and Coning Hinge Bolts), and SB-119 (Hydraulic Servo-to-Swashplate Push-Pull Tube Connections) not performed. Airplane time state: 5245 TT, 845 TSOH
Engine
1 Engine, Piston
Propeller
845 TSOH
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Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Old City Helicopter Sales, LLC - Factory Authorized Dealer
trade-a-plane.com
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$315,000
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St Augustine, FL | Jun 15, 2026 | 32 days | Active | |
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Old City Helicopter Sales, LLC - Factory
planecheck.com
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$315,000
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US Florida, FL | Jun 15, 2026 | 32 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
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$315,000
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FL | Jun 16, 2026 | 31 days | Active |
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About This Robinson R44 Astro
This 1997 Robinson R44 Astro (L#155F) is a 4-seat piston helicopters with 5,245 hours on the airframe. There are currently 7 R44 Astro aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $22,933 to $315,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $315,000.
The R44 Astro cruises at 110 kts (204 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 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $93/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $180/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $25,000. With 5,245 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,200 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Robinson R44 Astro — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (L#155F) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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