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Dec
20
2024

Robinson Helicopter’s Symmetrical Horizontal Stabilizer Now Approved for Select Models by European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), Argentina, Japan, and India

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Torrance, CA – December 19, 2024 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, secured approval from EASA authority, Argentina, Japan, and India for its improved empennage on select Robinson helicopter models. This follows the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) prior approval of the same configuration for the R66 in 2023 and R44 and R22 in 2024. The new empennage includes a symmetrical horizontal stabilizer and tailcone. 

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Dec
19
2024

Robinson Helicopter’s Symmetrical Horizontal Stabilizer Now Approved for All Models by European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), Argentina, Japan, and India

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Torrance, CA – December 19, 2024 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, secured approval from EASA authority, Argentina, Japan, and India for its improved empennage on all Robinson helicopter models. This follows the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) prior approval of the same configuration for the R66 in 2023 and R44 and R22 in 2024. The new empennage includes a symmetrical horizontal stabilizer and tailcone, is now standard on all newly manufactured Robinson helicopters.

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Tags: R22 R44 Robinson
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Oct
23
2024

Frank Robinson, Founder of Robinson Helicopter Company Inducted into National Aviation Hall of Fame

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Torrance, CA – October 22, 2024 – The late Frank Robinson, founder of Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), will be inducted into the National Aviation Hall of Fame. Remembered for the design, certification, and manufacture of the R22, R44, and R66 model helicopters, this honor recognizes Robinson’s contributions to the aviation industry and the legacy he has left behind.

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Oct
07
2024

Robinson Helicopter Company Names Will Fulton, New Vice President of Business Development, to Drive Global Fleet Sales Growth and Expansion

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Torrance, CA – October 7, 2024 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, appointed Will Fulton as Vice President of Business Development. Fulton will lead business development efforts to expand fleet sales and configured aircraft sales while driving significant market growth and profitability for the company.

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Sep
06
2024

Robinson R66 Helicopter Receives FAA Approval to Double Service Life on Selected Components, Making the R66 Even More Affordable to Operate and Maintain

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Torrance, CA – September 5, 2024 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, obtained FAA approval to double the service life on specific Robinson R66 helicopter components from 2,000 to 4,000 hours. This approval, backed by previously approved data and structural testing, will help operators reduce maintenance costs, enhance reliability, lower operating costs by 6%, and reduce hourly reserve for overhauls by 25%.

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Aug
15
2024

Unither Bioelectronics Signs Agreement with Robinson Helicopter Company

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BROMONT, Québec and TORRANCE, Calif., August 14, 2024 – Unither Bioelectronics Inc. (UB), a subsidiary of United Therapeutics Corporation, and Robinson Helicopter Company (Robinson) have entered into a collaboration agreement to accelerate UB’s development of hydrogen-powered helicopters based on Robinson’s popular R44 and R66 helicopter models. This strategic collaboration is expected to accelerate the development of zero-emission helicopters and increase the likelihood of regulatory approval.

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Aug
14
2024

ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY’S FOURTH ‘CLIMB HIGHER’ SERIES DEMONSTRATES MODERN CAPABILITY OF THE R66 LAW ENFORCEMENT HELICOPTER

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Torrance, CA – August 13, 2024 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters shares a new ‘Climb Higher’ series featuring one of America’s premier law enforcement agencies, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) in Polk County Florida. In these videos, PCSO highlights the pivotal role the Robinson R66 plays in their fleet, emphasizing the aircraft’s ability to modernize operations, reduce costs, and expand aerial coverage, enhancing public safety for their community covering 2,000 square miles.

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Mar
18
2024

ROBINSON HELICOPTER CELEBRATES 45 YEARS OF THE R22; GENERATIONS OF PILOTS LEARN TO FLY IN A ROBINSON R22

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Torrance, California – March 18, 2024 – Robinson Helicopter Company, the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, celebrates the 45th anniversary of its iconic two-seat R22 helicopter. On March 16, 1979, Robinson received FAA certification for the R22, which has been enshrined in the Smithsonian Museum since September 2004.

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Feb
27
2024

Robinson Helicopter Company Reports Strong Growth and Continued Product Development in 2023

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Torrance, CA – February 27, 2024 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, highlights a strong year marked by increased deliveries, product advancements, and workforce expansion.

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Feb
05
2024

FAA APPROVES ROBINSON EMPENNAGE DESIGN FOR R44 HELICOPTERS

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TORRANCE, CA., – FEBRUARY 5, 2024 - Robinson Helicopter Company, a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, has secured FAA approval for a new empennage design for its R44 aircraft. This accomplishment follows the FAA's prior approval of the same configuration for the Robinson R66 Turbine in September 2023. The development and testing of the new empennage design spanned several years, resulting in enhanced handling characteristics during high-speed flight.

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Nov
27
2023

Robinson Names Sean Doyle New VP Engineering, Pete Riedl Steps Into Advisory Role

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Torrance, CA – (27 November 2023) – Robinson Helicopter Company, a pioneer in civil rotorcraft, welcomes Sean Doyle to the role of VP of Engineering, succeeding Pete Riedl who held the role for nearly two decades.  This is part of a planned succession as the company builds on 50 years of success and solidifies its position as the preferred supplier in vertical aviation.

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