ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II Model Guide
ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II · Model Guide
Overview
ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II is a single-engine piston helicopter in the R44 family. The registry lists R44 and R44 II variants, with up to 4 passengers, up to 113 kt cruise and up to 350 nm range at family level. The limits below come from the base R44 Pilot's Operating Handbook. Confirm them against the POH for the exact serial number you buy.
- R44 POH: maximum gross weight 2400 lb, minimum 1550 lb, and 300 lb per seat including baggage.
- Family-level registry data: up to 4 passengers, 350 nm range, 113 kt cruise, 14,000 ft service ceiling.
- Maintenance must be done by factory-course-trained mechanics, and RHC Service Bulletin compliance is mandatory.
- The R44 POH lists a six-cylinder Lycoming O-540-F1B5 engine. Verify what is fitted to your serial number.
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Document
Source
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 48 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
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Specifications
- Main rotor diameter (ft) ·
- 33
- Engine normal rating (hp) ·
- 260
- Engine max continuous (hp) ·
- 205
- Engine takeoff rating (hp) ·
- 225
- Tail rotor diameter (in) ·
- 58
- Fuel usable bladder tanks (gal) ·
- 46.5
- Fuel usable no bladder tanks (gal) ·
- 48.9
Performance
- Max operating altitude agl (ft) ·
- 9,000
- Max operating density altitude (ft) ·
- 14,000
V-speeds
- VNE_AUTOROTATION_KTS ·
- 100
- VNE_DOORS_REMOVED_KTS ·
- 100
- VNE_ABOVE_2200_LBS_KTS ·
- 120
- VNE_AT_OR_BELOW_2200_LBS_KTS ·
- 130
Weight & balance
- Max per seat (lb) ·
- 300
- Max gross weight (lb) ·
- 2,400
- Min gross weight (lb) ·
- 1,550
- Min solo pilot weight (lb) ·
- 150
- Max baggage compartment (lb) ·
- 50
How many people can it carry?
The registry lists up to 4 passengers for the R44 family, not specifically for the ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II. The R44 POH also limits each seat, including baggage, to 300 lb and the aircraft to 2400 lb gross.
Is night flight allowed?
The R44 POH approves VFR day and night operation for the R44, which includes the ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II. Landing, navigation, instrument and anti-collision lights must all work for night flight.
How much fuel does it hold?
For the ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II, the R44 POH gives 46.5 US gal usable with bladder tanks. Tanks without bladders hold 48.9 gal usable but should no longer be in service per SB-78B.
What is the never-exceed speed?
Per the R44 POH, the ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II is limited to 130 KIAS at 2200 lb or below and 120 KIAS above that weight. The limit is 100 KIAS with any cabin door removed.
What is the ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II Model Guide?
The ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II Model Guide is a model guide for the ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II, dated 2026.
What year was the ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II Model Guide published?
The ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II Model Guide — the ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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Weights and loading
The R44 POH sets maximum gross weight at 2400 lb (1089 kg) and minimum at 1550 lb (703 kg). Each seat, including baggage, is limited to 300 lb, and each baggage compartment to 50 lb. With all doors installed, a solo pilot of 150 lb or more keeps the CG within limits. A lighter pilot needs a weight and balance calculation and may need removable ballast.
Engine and fuel
The R44 POH lists a Lycoming O-540-F1B5: 260 BHP normal rating, 205 BHP maximum continuous and 225 BHP for 5 minutes at takeoff. Usable fuel is 46.5 US gal with bladder tanks, or 48.9 gal in tanks without bladders. Service Bulletin SB-78B says tanks without bladders should no longer be in service. 100LL is an approved grade.
What to check before buying
Annual inspections must be done by an Inspection Authorization holder or an FAA-certificated repair station. Check the 12-year inspection date and the life-limited components (Chapter 3 of the Maintenance Manual). Main and tail rotor blades are critical parts with special inspection requirements. Confirm all RHC Service Bulletins are complied with, and review the weighing record.
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Safety notes
- Low-G cyclic pushovers are prohibited. They can cause catastrophic loss of lateral control. Aerobatic flight is also prohibited.
- Maximum operating density altitude is 14,000 ft. Flight in known icing conditions is prohibited.
- Flight with the governor selected off is prohibited, except for in-flight malfunction or emergency procedures training.
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Full document text
ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II Model Guide ROBINSON R44 CLIPPER II is a single-engine piston helicopter in the R44 family. The registry lists R44 and R44 II variants, with up to 4 passengers, up to 113 kt cruise and up to 350 nm range at family level. The limits below come from the base R44 Pilot's Operating Handbook. Confirm them against the POH for the exact serial number you buy. • R44 POH: maximum gross weight 2400 lb, minimum 1550 lb, and 300 lb per seat including baggage. • Family-level registry data: up to 4 passengers, 350 nm range, 113 kt cruise, 14,000 ft service ceiling. • Maintenance must be done by factory-course-trained mechanics, and RHC Service Bulletin compliance is mandatory. • The R44 POH lists a six-cylinder Lycoming O-540-F1B5 engine. Verify what is fitted to your serial number. Weights and loading The R44 POH sets maximum gross weight at 2400 lb (1089 kg) and minimum at 1550 lb (703 kg). Each seat, including baggage, is limited to 300 lb, and each baggage compartment to 50 lb. With all doors installed, a solo pilot of 150 lb or more keeps the CG within limits. A lighter pilot needs a weight and balance calculation and may need removable ballast. Engine and fuel The R44 POH lists a Lycoming O-540-F1B5: 260 BHP normal rating, 205 BHP maximum continuous and 225 BHP for 5 minutes at takeoff. Usable fuel is 46.5 US gal with bladder tanks, or 48.9 gal in tanks without bladders. Service Bulletin SB-78B says tanks without bladders should no longer be in service. 100LL is an approved grade. What to check before buying Annual inspections must be done by an Inspection Authorization holder or an FAA-certificated repair station. Check the 12-year inspection date and the life-limited components (Chapter 3 of the Maintenance Manual). Main and tail rotor blades are critical parts with special inspection requirements. Confirm all RHC Service Bulletins are complied with, and review the weighing record. Safety notes: • Low-G cyclic pushovers are prohibited. They can cause catastrophic loss of lateral control. Aerobatic flight is also prohibited. • Maximum operating density altitude is 14,000 ft. Flight in known icing conditions is prohibited. • Flight with the governor selected off is prohibited, except for in-flight malfunction or emergency procedures training.