Robinson R44 Raven II Helicopter 2010s
2010s helicopters include Bell 505 Jet Ranger X (2017+ modern clean-sheet light single), Bell 525 Relentless (heavy class, in certification through decade), AW189/AW169 modern medium twins, EC135 / H135 / H145, MD 530F. Modern crashworthy designs, FADEC turbines, four-axis autopilots. Significant safety improvements over earlier generations. Robinson R66 turbine (2010+) entered production with bladder fuel tanks designed in.
The Robinson R44 Raven II is the fuel-injected flagship of the R44 family, introduced in July 2002. Its Lycoming IO-540-AE1A5 engine produces 245 hp and removes the carburetor-heat and mixture management of earlier R44s, giving noticeably better hot-and-high performance.
With four seats, a 2,500 lb gross weight, hydraulically boosted controls and a 130-knot maximum speed, the Raven II is the best-selling piston helicopter in the world and a mainstay of private ownership, flight training and light utility work. It remains in production today, and used examples typically sell between $200,000 and $650,000 depending on year, hours and avionics.
Buy it if you want the newest systems, the strongest altitude performance and the best resale value; look at the Raven I instead if budget is the priority and you fly mostly at lower altitudes.
59 used Robinson R44 Raven II helicopters for sale 2010s · 4-seat · Used median asking $350,000 · New from $625,000 · Project from $49,000 · updated 4 hours ago
Robinson R44 Raven II Specifications
Model specThe Robinson R44 Raven II is a 4-seat piston helicopters with a cruise speed of 105–113 kt (194–209 km/h), a range of 300 nm (556 km), and a useful load of 750–994 lbs (340–451 kg).
Robinson R44 Raven II for Sale
Browse all listings →Robinson R44 Raven II asking prices range from $30,000 to $782,122, with a median of $350,000 (market reference $400,000).
Robinson R44 Raven II Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R44 | 1993–now | 4 | 110 kts (204 km/h) | 300 nm (556 km) | 882 lbs (400 kg) | $25K – $775K | Private, family and light-commercial flying — four seats, far cheaper to run than a turbine | 9 |
| R44 Astro | 1993–2000 | 4 | 110 kts (204 km/h) | 300 nm (556 km) | 882 lbs (400 kg) | $22K – $154K | Vintage buyers wanting the lowest entry price | 5 |
| R44 Clipper I | 2000–now | 4 | 109 kts (202 km/h) | 300 nm (556 km) | 882 lbs (400 kg) | — | Water operations on a budget | 3 |
| R44 Raven I | 2000–now | 4 | 109 kts (202 km/h) | 300 nm (556 km) | 882 lbs (400 kg) | $59K – $440K | Budget-conscious private owners | 73 |
| R44 Clipper II | 2002–now | 4 | 109 kts (202 km/h) | 300 nm (556 km) | 994 lbs (451 kg) | $94K – $549K | Coastal, island and lake operations | 14 |
| R44 Cadet | 2016–now | 2 | 105 kts (194 km/h) | 300 nm (556 km) | 750 lbs (340 kg) | — | Flight schools and time-building | 3 |
Compare Robinson R44 Raven II
See how the Robinson R44 Raven II stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
⏲ Compare R44 Raven II vs R44 Astro vs R44 Raven I →Robinson R44 Raven II Price & Cost
How much does a Robinson R44 Raven II cost? Used R44 Raven II prices: $30K – $782K, average $350K (median $350K); market reference $400K, across 145 priced of 59 active listings.
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 R44 Raven II 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 $91,000 (1994 models) · highest around $804,500 (2025). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Robinson R44 Raven II
Buying a Robinson R44 Raven II comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
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Robinson R44 Raven II Inventory by Country
| United States | 177 |
| United Kingdom | 9 |
| Canada | 7 |
| South Africa | 6 |
| China | 6 |
| Australia | 4 |
Robinson R44 Raven II Inventory by State
| Florida | 18 |
| California | 7 |
| Texas | 5 |
| Oregon | 3 |
| South Carolina | 3 |
| Utah | 2 |
| Kansas | 2 |
| Oklahoma | 2 |
Robinson R44 Raven II by Price
| Under $100k | 17 |
| Under $200k | 83 |
| Under $300k | 140 |
| Under $500k | 239 |
Recently Sold Robinson R44 Raven II
| 2024 R44 Raven II | $750,000 |
| 2008 R44 Raven II | $221,159 |
| 2010 R44 Raven II | $157,734 |
| 2009 R44 Raven II | $409,012 |
| 2026 R44 Raven II | $693,640 |
| 2026 R44 Raven II | $693,640 |
Robinson R44 Raven II Safety Record
Across all R44 Raven II variants, 3 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2006–2007. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
3
Total Events
2
Incidents
0
Serious
1
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2007 | Morrison, MO | Incident | Loss of control on the ground due to aircraft control not being maintained by the pilot. Contributing factors were the g… |
| May 03, 2006 | Rocky Point, NC | Incident | The pilot's inadequate visual lookout during a precautionary landing which resulted in an in-flight collision with a tra… |
| May 01, 2006 | Desert Center, CA | Fatal (2) | a loss of control and the divergence of the main rotor blade system from its normal rotational path for undetermined rea… |
NTSB records 2006–2007. Includes all Robinson R44 Raven II variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.