1999 Robinson R44 Astro Converted To A Raven 1 VFR
Piston Helicopters
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For sale is a 1999 Astro that was just converted to a Raven 1. This helicopter has been private use for the majority of its life with no damage history. 1921 hours total time since new – airframe 279 hours remaining until the 2200 hour inspection 345 hours time since overhaul on the engine ( was overhauled due to crank AD) 1,855 hours remaining on the engine Included in the sale: Bladder tanks Annual complied with June of 2022 Tan leather seats No ground handling wheels Main rotor blades have 1356.9 TTSN and expire 10/2026 Tail rotor blades have 324.1 TTSN and expire 6/2033 This helicopter would be a low cost overhaul due to blades and engine not needing to be replaced at the 2200 hours mark! Helicopter is located in Tennessee Digital copies of the logbooks are available upon request via DropBox Call or text Jimmy at 865-719-6478
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Price Comparison 2 active offers
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Tjhelicopters
tjhelicopters.com
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$189,000
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— | Apr 08, 2026 | — | Active | |
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TJ Helicopters
tjhelicopters.com
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$179,000
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— | Apr 08, 2026 | — | Active | |
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TJ Helicopters
tjhelicopters.com
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$175,000
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— | Apr 08, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Robinson R44 Astro Converted To A Raven 1 VFR
This 1999 Robinson R44 Astro Converted To A Raven 1 VFR is a 4-seat piston helicopters with 279 hours on the airframe. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $179,000.
The R44 Astro Converted To A Raven 1 VFR cruises at 108 kts (200 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 16 GPH (61 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $88/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $200/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $25,000. With 279 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 1,921 hours remaining to engine TBO .
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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