2028 Robinson R88

The most capable, affordable, and easy-to-maintain workhorse in its class.

This aircraft incorporates everything you’ve come to expect from a Robinson helicopter in the new design. The R88 will potentially be type-certified for optional single-pilot IFR operations in the UK, opening up a new realm of possibilities for our customers.

The internal payload is expected to accommodate over 2,800 pounds and deliver more than 3.5 hours of flight time and more than 350 nautical miles of range. It will have the capacity for missions that require significant payloads, carrying up to two pilots and up to eight passengers for a passenger total of 1,800 pounds with a full fuel tank. Attractive and Functional Exterior The R88 will feature an open-tail rotor design and two-bladed main rotor system. It also includes new LED aircraft exterior lights, including pulsed landing and taxi lights, tail rotor lighting, scene lighting, and entry lights, further enhancing utility and safety.

Large sliding doors on each side will provide easy access for passengers and cargo of all types. The rear has a fold-down, truck-bed style door for simplified cargo loading or easily accommodating a HEMS stretcher. The aircraft is available with standard skids or optional high skids for increased ground clearance and compatibility with a firefighting water tank. Making Tough Missions More Controlled The Garmin avionics suite includes large Garmin G500H TXI displays and GTN navigators with touchscreen controls for easy operation, vivid displays, and extensive capabilities. For the first time, the G500H TXI will include a crew-alerting system to provide the pilot with intelligent information about the aircraft’s systems. We will offer a standard 4-axis autopilot from Garmin. This system will provide a full range of important safety functions, including level mode, hover assist, limit cueing, low/high speed protection, and low altitude protection.

A standard data recording system with Datalink automatically will capture engine and system data for simplified operation and maintenance. A standard health usage monitoring system (HUMS) will monitor critical components and provide real-time track and balance data so operators can address issues before they affect operations.

The R88 incorporates dual hydraulics for pitch and roll for critical flight controls. Other standard safety features include an inlet barrier filter and impact-resistant windshields The R88 introduces dual cyclic controls with removable controls on both sides, allowing the pilot in command to be in either the left or right seat with a passenger in the other seat. The aircraft will potentially be type-certified for optional single-pilot IFR operations in the UK. The all-new interior design features comfortable, functional seating, easy-to-maintain materials, and a versatile layout.

New LED exterior lighting, including pulse landing and taxi lights, tail rotor lighting, scene lighting, and entry lights, further enhance safety. Newly Designed Interior Robinson Helicopter plans to offer all-new interior materials, considering every aspect of the pilot and passenger experience. The space will have comfortable, functional seating, easy-to-maintain materials, clean lines, and a versatile layout.

The highly configurable cabin features a flat floor, allowing for multiple forward and club seating configurations, effective air medical and public safety mission configurations, and multiple future seating options. A fold-down, truck-bed style rear door simplifies cargo loading and accommodates a HEMS stretcher. The air conditioning system is made entirely by Robinson Helicopter. Powerful Performance Robinson partnered with Safran Helicopter Engines to add the Arriel 2W engine, an industry benchmark for light helicopters. It’s a true workhorse, engineered for excellence, with outstanding performance, durability, and reliability. The R88 is expected to feature our new Serenity Package; it will be the first in its class to include 2000-hour/5-year Safran support-by-the hour in the base price of the R88. You’re guaranteed immediate and direct Safran support from day one, with predictable costs and engine availability. A Variety of Optional Equipment The R88 offers a wide range of optional OEM-provided mission equipment, including a 3000-lb. HEC-rated cargo hook, utility basket, optional wire strike protection kit, pop-out floats, and more.

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