2006 Robinson R44 Raven II for sale

2006 Robinson R44 Raven II

Piston Helicopters

FOR SALE
$249,000Great Deal
Location Saint Augustine, FL
Total Time 1,681 hrs
Seats 4
Reg # 1255J
Engine Lycoming IO-540-AE1A5
Cruise 113 kts (209 km/h)
ICAO Type R44
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
Garmin 430 GTX 330

Description

2006 Raven II w/AC Exterior Base: Red. Exterior Trim: Gray. (N-Numbers are painted on). Interior: Gray Leather. Air Conditioning. Vertical Card Compass. Digital Clock. Nine Hole Panel. Artificial Horizon with Slip/Skid. Directional Gyro. Turn Coordinator. Garmin 430 GPS/Com/Nav w/CDI. Marker Beacon. King Com. NAT AA12S Audio Controller. Garmin GTX 330 Transponder. ELT. 4 Bubble Windows. Bose Wiring. Floor Inserts. Ground Handling Wheels. Note: headsets shown in photos not included in sale. NEW MRBs INSTALLED IN JUNE, 2018 @ 1294 Hrs TT FUEL BLADDERS INSTALLED ADS-B OUT (Tail Beacon) CARGO HOOK EXPORT SERVICES AVAILABLE FINANCING AVAILABLE INSURANCE INFORMATION AVAILABLE *Approximate Hours as of January 28, 2026. Last Annual/100 Hour Inspection performed: July, 2023. Will be delivered with a fresh annual inspection (including new tail rotor blades). All applicable ADs current through July, 2023 annual inspection. All RHC SBs performed through SB-90 (except for SB-87, 88, 89). Helicopter will be delivered with all applicable SBs current. 12 year inspection not performed.

Inspection

fresh annual

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Robinson R44 Raven II

This 2006 Robinson R44 Raven II (1255J) is a 4-seat piston helicopters with 1,681 hours on the airframe. There are currently 286 R44 Raven II aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $30,000 to $899,999. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $249,000.

The R44 Raven II cruises at 113 kts (209 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 1,681 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 519 hours remaining to engine TBO .

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 1,681 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,200 hrs)
Budget $240 for pre-purchase inspection

Robinson R44 Raven II — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
113 kts (209 km/h)
Max Speed
130 kts (241 km/h)
Range
300 nm (556 km)
Ceiling
14,000 ft (4,267 m)
Max Weight
2,500 lbs (1,134 kg)
Useful Load
994 lbs (451 kg)
Horsepower
245 HP
Fuel Capacity
46 gal (174 L)
Fuel Burn
16 GPH (61 L/h)
TBO
2,200 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

ROBINSON R44 Raven II

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 Raven II. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (1255J) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Saint Augustine, FL

Seller reported 1078 more aircraft in FL →

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

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for 1255J.

Note: NTSB covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers). This aircraft is registered in a non-US country (1255J). Safety records from the national aviation authority may not be included in our database.

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$440,914
Range: $311,250 — $608,453
Confidence: 90%
vs. Market
-44%
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