The Robinson R22 (ICAO type R22) has a maximum take-off weight of 1,100 kg. It offers a maximum range of 580 nm, a cruise speed of 114 knots, a service ceiling of 15,000 ft and seating for up to 4 across its variants.
Robinson R22
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 2,639
- Active
- 2,625
30 for sale right now
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R22 R22 | — | 600 kg | 310 nm | 82 kt | 2 |
| R22 ALPHA R22 ALPHA | — | 600 kg | 310 nm | 82 kt | 2 |
| R22 BETA R22 BETA | — | 600–1,100 kg | 310–580 nm | 82–114 kt | 2–4 |
| R22 MARINER R22 MARINER | — | 600 kg | 310 nm | 82 kt | 2 |
The FAA paperwork
TCDS H10WE · Rev 10 · issued 1997-04-01
The FAA-issued Type Certificate for this model is on file (TCDS H10WE), but we haven't yet extracted the structured spec values.
Read the TCDS (PDF) →Where to look next
Robinson R22 market & fleet intelligence
Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Robinson R22 fleet — updated daily.
24 yearsmedian age
Of the 1,618 registered Robinson R22 with a known build year (61% of the 2,639 we track), the median age is 24 years.
42changed registration in 12 months
42 of the 2,639 registered Robinson R22 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (2% of the fleet), across 42 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.
- Aircraft seen flying
- 97
- Tracked flights
- 1,083
- Tracked flight hours
- 1,518
- Share of fleet flying
- 4%
97 Robinson R22 were tracked flying in the last 90 days (4% of the registered fleet), across 1,083 flights. Sprinkle flight tracking began May 2026; coverage is ADS-B-derived and not exhaustive.
Robinson R22 manuals & documents
50 documents for the Robinson R22 — Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Maintenance Manual · Training Manual · Systems Description · Parts Catalog · Service Bulletins · Specifications · Other Documents · Emergency Procedures · Wiring Diagram · Weight And Balance · Normal Procedures. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) serves as a comprehensive operating guide for the Robinson R22 helicopter series, including the R22 Alpha, Beta, and Mariner models. It contains essential information required by the FAA under 14 CFR parts 21 and 27, ensuring pilots have access to necessary operational data. The handbook emphasizes the importance of understanding the helicopter's limitations, performance characteristics, and emergency procedures. It is crucial for pilots to familiarize themselves with the contents before flight, as the handbook is not a substitute for flight instruction or knowledge of airworthiness directives. The document is structured into ten sections, covering everything from general information to specific performance metrics and emergency procedures.
- Maximum gross weight for R22 Standard & HP is 1300 lb (590 kg).
- Never-exceed airspeed (VNE) is 102 KIAS up to 3000 feet density altitude.
- Power on rotor speed limits are 104% maximum and 101% minimum RPM.
- Engine maximum continuous speed is 104% (2652 RPM).
- Minimum crew requirement is one pilot in the right seat.
Pilot's Operating Handbook
- ReadPilot's Operating Handbook and FAA Approved Rotorcraft Flight Manual2024208 pages · 5.0 MB · via robinsonstrapistorprod.blob.core.windows.net
- ReadPILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK AND FAA APPROVED ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL2024212 pages · 4.4 MB · via robinsonstrapistorprod.blob.core.windows.net
- ReadNORMAL CHECKLIST R22 Beta II20002 pages · 2.0 MB · via www.heli-academy.ch
Checklist
- ReadROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY MODEL R22 DAILY OR PREFLIGHT CHECKS20212 pages · 58 KB · via robinsonstrapistorprod.blob.core.windows.net
- ReadR22 Spare Parts Price List201697 pages · 151 KB · via tampabayaviation.com
- ReadAAIB Bulletin No: 3/200120015 pages · 84 KB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
Maintenance Manual
Systems Description
Parts Catalog
Service Bulletins
- ReadAirworthiness Directive Schedule202424 pages · 415 KB · via www.aviation.govt.nz
- ReadAIRWORTHINESS BULLETIN AWB 63-006 Issue 4 – 28 February 202320239 pages · 486 KB · via www.casa.gov.au
- ReadR22 SERVICE BULLETIN SB-120C20225 pages · 368 KB · via robinsonstrapistorprod.blob.core.windows.net
- ReadAAIB Bulletin 4/2018201876 pages · 9.3 MB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- ReadAIRWORTHINESS BULLETIN AWB 28-017 Issue 1 – 1 February 201820182 pages · 157 KB · via www.casa.gov.au
- ReadMain rotor blade skin debonding, 29 December 2008, 135km NE Alice Springs, NT, VH-HZB, Robinson Helicopter Company R22 Beta.200929 pages · 2.3 MB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadAAIB Bulletin No: 10/9919993 pages · 73 KB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
Specifications
Other Documents
- ReadATSB Transport Safety Report: Aviation Occurrence Investigation (Short) AO-2025-016202526 pages · 1.7 MB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadCollision with terrain involving Robinson R22 Beta, VH-8BW202520 pages · 1.9 MB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadCollision with terrain involving Robinson R22 Beta II, VH-PSC, near Limbunya Station, Northern Territory, on 27 June 2023202427 pages · 2.4 MB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadROBINSON R22 SERIES202410 pages · 311 KB · via robinsonstrapistorprod.blob.core.windows.net
- ReadRotor drive system failure and collision with terrain involving a Robinson Helicopter Company R22, VH-YMU202320 pages · 1.5 MB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadATSB Transport Safety Report Aviation Occurrence Investigation AO-2016-174 Final – 5 May 2020202031 pages · 2.4 MB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadATSB Transport Safety Report - Aviation Occurrence Investigation AO-2017-078202062 pages · 3.0 MB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadAAIB Bulletin: 10/2019201910 pages · 5.0 MB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- ReadSafety Advisory Notice AO-2017-078-SAN-00120194 pages · 243 KB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadAAIB Bulletin: 4/201820183 pages · 316 KB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- ReadCollision with terrain involving a Robinson R22, VH-HUA20156 pages · 481 KB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadTail rotor malfunction involving a Robinson R22, registration VH-HPH20158 pages · 321 KB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadATSB Transport Safety Report201438 pages · 3.3 MB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadReliability of the Robinson R22 helicopter belt drive system201336 pages · 3.1 MB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadRotor drive failure – Robinson R22 Beta II, VH-DSD201132 pages · 2.7 MB · via www.atsb.gov.au
- ReadReport 08-007, Robinson Helicopter Company, R22 Alpha ZK-HXR, loss of control, Lake Wanaka, 1 November 2008200832 pages · 1.2 MB · via taic.org.nz
- ReadAAIB Bulletin: 3/200720072 pages · 245 KB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- ReadAAIB Bulletin No: 12/200320038 pages · 314 KB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- ReadAAIB Bulletin No: 3/99 Ref: EW/G98/11/1619993 pages · 68 KB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
Emergency Procedures
Wiring Diagram
- ReadROBINSON MAINTENANCE MANUAL R22 SERIES202436 pages · 3.3 MB · via robinsonstrapistorprod.blob.core.windows.net
- ReadROBINSON MAINTENANCE MANUAL R22 SERIES2018118 pages · 12.4 MB · via robinsonstrapistorprod.blob.core.windows.net
- ReadGeneric TT31 Minor Modification for Small Rotorcraft201120 pages · 186 KB · via www.trig-avionics.com
- ReadPulselite Installation Manual199927 pages · 95 KB · via www.mikeg.net
Weight And Balance
- ReadROBINSON MAINTENANCE MANUAL R22 SERIES202414 pages · 3.1 MB · via robinsonstrapistorprod.blob.core.windows.net
- ReadROBINSON R22 SERIES SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENTS202128 pages · 771 KB · via robinsonstrapistorprod.blob.core.windows.net
- ReadROBINSON R22 SERIES SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE201410 pages · 98 KB · via robinsonstrapistorprod.blob.core.windows.net
Documents are sourced from publicly available references. Sprinkle does not host OEM-restricted materials; if you are a rights-holder and want a document removed, email .
What is the range of the Robinson R22?
The Robinson R22 has a maximum range of 580 nautical miles across variants.
How many people can the Robinson R22 carry?
The Robinson R22 seats up to 4 across its variants.
What is the MTOW of the Robinson R22?
The Robinson R22's maximum take-off weight is 1,100 kg.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Robinson R22?
The Robinson R22's ICAO type designator is R22.
How many Robinson R22 aircraft are registered worldwide?
Sprinkle tracks 2,639 registered Robinson R22 airframes worldwide.
Registered R22 aircraft
Individual R22 airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.
- N7379H· 2026
- VH-OKE· 2026
- N30CH· 2026
- VH-PWN· 2026
- N520KT· 2026
- VH-22H· 2026
- VH-LZM· 2026
- N728TK· 2026
- PS-RZZ· 2026
- VH-BTD· 2026
- N223VA· 2025
- VH-VHC· 2025
- VH-RDS· 2025
- N2225C· 2025
- VH-T3D· 2025
- VH-T2M· 2025
- VH-VPJ· 2025
- VH-TQM· 2025
- N4472D· 2025
- VH-BLM· 2025
- VH-YHL· 2025
- N4023T· 2024
- VH-YWX· 2024
- N5011K· 2024