Robinson R22 Alpha Helicopter in Canada
Canadian-registered aircraft (C- prefix) operate under Transport Canada certification standards similar to FAA but with specific differences in maintenance, equipment, and operations. Canadian aircraft frequently transact cross-border to US buyers; import process requires FAA airworthiness re-certification and possible equipment changes.
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About the Robinson R22 Alpha
The Robinson R22 Alpha (1983–1985) was an improved early R22 with revised landing-gear geometry for a better ground attitude, using the Lycoming O-320-B2C. It is a now-rare, low-cost two-seat trainer whose value is dominated by hours remaining to the 2,200-hour / 12-year overhaul.
Buy it if entry price is the only priority and your mission is low and light; choose a Beta or Beta II for more power and a larger used pool.
Robinson R22 Alpha Specifications
Model specThe Robinson R22 Alpha is a 2-seat piston helicopters with a cruise speed of 96 kt (178 km/h), a range of 209 nm (387 km).
Robinson R22 Alpha Listings
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Compare Robinson R22 Alpha
See how the Robinson R22 Alpha stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
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Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Robinson R22 Alpha Value by Model Year
Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.
Lowest around $43,000 (1990 models) · highest around $393,500 (2026). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Robinson R22 Alpha
Every Robinson R22 Alpha faces a mandatory 2,200-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due — a fresh-overhaul airframe can be worth a large share of the $120,000 overhaul cost more than one approaching its limit.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 2,200-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
- Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a glass panel vs steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Robinson R22 Alpha
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Robinson R22 Alpha Inventory by Country
| United States | 113 |
| Italy | 6 |
| Australia | 5 |
| Austria | 4 |
| United Kingdom | 3 |
| Canada | 2 |
Robinson R22 Alpha Inventory by State
| California | 3 |
| Florida | 2 |
| Illinois | 2 |
| Utah | 2 |
Robinson R22 Alpha by Price
| Under $100k | 52 |
| Under $200k | 86 |
| Under $300k | 94 |
| Under $500k | 107 |
Recently Sold Robinson R22 Alpha
| 1990 R22 Beta | $170,000 |
| 1990 R22 Beta | $170,000 |
| 1989 R22 Beta | $103,523 |
| 2005 R22 Beta II | $302,329 |
| 2000 R22 Beta II | $199,000 |
| 1990 R22 Beta | $170,000 |
Other Robinson Helicopters
| Robinson R44 | 466 |
| Robinson R22 | 146 |
| Robinson R66 | 87 |
| Robinson R88 | 3 |
Robinson R22 Alpha Safety Record
Across all R22 Alpha variants, 1 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2004–2004. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2004 | Mount Clemens, MI | Fatal (1) | A loss of control in flight for undetermined reasons. |
NTSB records 2004–2004. Includes all Robinson R22 Alpha variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.