2004 Robinson R44 for sale

2004 Robinson R44

Piston Helicopters

FOR SALE
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Location Spain
Total Time 3,745 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 0993
Engine Lycoming O-540 / IO-540
Cruise 110 kts (204 km/h)
ICAO Type R44
⚠ 1 NTSB 10 ADs ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

Well-maintained R44 with recent engine overhaul, always hangared. OVH to do on 05/31/25 or 35 hours left.

Engine

Lycoming IO-540 TT: 3,745 TBO: 35 Remaining Engine overhaul 10/2024

Interior

Standard 4-seat configuration Condition: Good Standard R44 interior

Exterior

Very good paint condition Condition: Very good

Inspection

Last Inspection: 10/2024

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About This Robinson R44

This 2004 Robinson R44 is a 4-seat piston helicopters with 3,745 hours on the airframe. There are currently 14 R44 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $25,000 to $775,000.

The R44 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 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 3,745 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,200 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 1 incident for this airframe. There are 10 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 1 NTSB incident
Airframe: 3,745 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,200 hrs)
Check 10 ADs compliance — mandatory before flight
Budget $240 for pre-purchase inspection

Robinson R44 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
110 kts (204 km/h)
Max Speed
117 kts (217 km/h)
Range
300 nm (556 km)
Ceiling
14,000 ft (4,267 m)
Max Weight
2,500 lbs (1,134 kg)
Useful Load
882 lbs (400 kg)
Horsepower
260 HP
Fuel Capacity
48 gal (182 L)
Fuel Burn
16 GPH (61 L/h)
TBO
2,200 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

ROBINSON R44

Fuel Burn
16.0 GPH
~$104/hr
Variable Cost
$200/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$25,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$150,000
every 2,200 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the ROBINSON R44. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registration number not available.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Spain

ES

Seller reported

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

1 incident found in NTSB database for this aircraft.
accident none
1993-05-05
DAVIS, CA

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO FOLLOW A SAFETY TIP IN THE PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK TO NEVER MAKE A DOWNWIND TAKEOFF, HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ROTOR RPM, AND HIS IMPROPER USE OF THE HELICOPTER FLIGHT CONTROLS. A FACTOR WHICH CONTRIBUTED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE TAILWIND.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database, checked Mar 18, 2026

Airworthiness Directives — Robinson R44

ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 10 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.

2001-20-18

Robinson Helicopter Company Model R44 Helicopters

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2000-07-03

Robinson Helicopter Company Model R44 Helicopters

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2010-24-03 2010-12-29

Robinson Helicopter Company (Robinson) Model R22, R22 Alpha, R22 Beta, and R22 Mariner Helicopters, and Model R44, and R44 II Helicopters

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2007-26-12 2008-01-18

Robinson Helicopter Company Models R22, R22 Alpha, R22 Beta, R22 Mariner, R44 and R44 II Helicopters

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2007-11-01 2007-06-27

Robinson Helicopter Company Model R44 and R44 II Helicopters

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FR-04-15129 2004-07-06

Robinson Helicopter Company Model R44 Helicopters

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2003-04-05 2003-03-26

Robinson Helicopter Company Model R44 Helicopters

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2000-08-04 2000-05-04

Robinson Helicopter Company Model R44 Helicopters

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FR-99-28655 1999-12-08

Robinson Helicopter Company (Robinson) Model R44 Helicopters

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FR-99-24535 1999-10-07

Robinson Helicopter Company Model R44 Helicopters

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Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.

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