Robinson R66 Helicopter in Arizona
Arizona is favoured for aircraft long-term storage and preservation due to its dry desert climate. Major aviation infrastructure in Phoenix, Tucson, Prescott. The state hosts significant aircraft boneyards (Davis-Monthan) and a strong aircraft restoration/refurbishment industry. Phoenix is a major aircraft transaction hub.
3 used Robinson R66 helicopters for sale in Arizona · 5-seat · $1.4M – $1.7M · updated yesterday
About the Robinson R66
The Robinson R66 is a five-seat single-turbine helicopter introduced in 2010, powered by the Rolls-Royce RR300 (270 shp takeoff). It adds a separate cargo compartment and turbine reliability over the piston R44, at a fraction of the cost of larger turbines — making it one of the best-selling turbine helicopters in the world.
Used R66 prices typically run $450,000–$950,000 depending on year, hours and avionics; the 2,200-hour / 12-year airframe overhaul and RR300 maintenance are the main ownership costs.
Robinson R66 Specifications
Model specThe Robinson R66 is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter with a cruise speed of 110 kt (204 km/h), a range of 350 nm (648 km), and a useful load of 1,100 lbs (499 kg).
3 Robinson R66 For Sale
There are currently 3 used Robinson R66 for sale, ranging from $1,359,000 to $1,659,500, with a median asking price of $1,459,500.
Robinson R66 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R66 Marine | 2014–now | 5 | 110 kts (204 km/h) | 350 nm (648 km) | — | $680K – $895K | Coastal, offshore and over-water operations | 4 |
| R66 NxG | 2023–now | 5 | 110 kts (204 km/h) | 350 nm (648 km) | — | $1.5M – $1.9M | Buyers wanting the newest turbine | 6 |
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See how the Robinson R66 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
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How much does a Robinson R66 cost? Used R66 prices: $1.4M – $1.7M, average $1.5M (median $1.5M), across 3 priced of 3 active listings. New from the factory: $1.0M–$1.2M (NxG, 2024).
Based on 17 priced 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 R66 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 $690,659 (2013 models) · highest around $1,556,000 (2026). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Robinson R66
Buying a Robinson R66 centres on its turbine engine(s) — time to overhaul, hot-section history and any engine maintenance program — alongside airframe hours and cycles.
What to check before buying
- Turbine engine status — hot-section and overhaul time, trend monitoring and whether the engine is on a maintenance program.
- Airframe hours & cycles — high-utilisation turboprops accumulate cycles quickly; cycles can matter more than hours.
- Equipment — cargo pod, floats/amphibian gear, de-ice and avionics all affect value.
- Corrosion & logbooks — continuous records and a corrosion inspection, especially on float or marine-operated aircraft.
- Pre-buy inspection — commission an independent pre-buy by a type-experienced shop.
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Robinson R66 Inventory by Country
| United States | 56 |
| Australia | 10 |
| Austria | 7 |
| United Kingdom | 5 |
| China | 3 |
| Turkey | 2 |
Robinson R66 Inventory by State
| Florida | 8 |
| Texas | 6 |
| California | 4 |
| Arizona | 3 |
Robinson R66 by Price
| Under $100k | 2 |
| Under $200k | 2 |
| Under $300k | 2 |
| Under $500k | 3 |
Robinson R66 by Decade
| 2020s | 3 |
Recently Sold Robinson R66
| 2025 R66 Marine | $1,579,000 |
| 2021 R66 | $1,150,000 |
| 2023 R66 | $1,300,000 |
| 2016 R66 | $1,250,000 |
| 2025 R66 Marine | $1,579,000 |
| 2025 R66 Marine | $1,579,000 |
Robinson R66 Safety Record
Across all R66 variants, 40 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2011–2025. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 2025 | Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire, | Fatal (1) | — |
| Aug 22, 2024 | Poblacion, | Incident | — |
| Nov 26, 2023 | Ramallo, OF | Fatal (1) | — |
| Oct 26, 2023 | Williamtown, OF | Fatal (1) | — |
| May 13, 2023 | Konakovo, | Incident | — |
NTSB records 2011–2025. Includes all Robinson R66 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.