Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the R22’s first flight, the pioneer of civil helicopters. “The R22 was Frank Robinson’s dream to make rotary-wing flight accessible for the average person,” said David Smith, president and CEO of Robinson Helicopter Company. “Fifty years ago, the R22 didn’t just take its first flight; it created a legacy that has empowered generations of pilots and operators around the world, and we continue to honor its lasting impact and the role it plays in the global helic

🚁HAPPY R22 DAY🚁 Today, Robinson Helicopter Company and our community of dealers, pilots, and operators are celebrating 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. With a legacy of accessibility, reliability, and versatility, the R22 revolutionized the personal helicopter market. Many of the world's rotorcraft pilots and flight schools begi

The R22 since 1979 has made vertical flight accessible, paving the way for accomplished and aspiring pilots. #r22 #robinsonhelicopter #robinsonhelicopters #helicopter #aviation #avgeeks #aviationgeek | Robinson Helicopter Company

Robinson R22 Beta Crash at Pearland Regional Airport, Texas – October 27, 2024 On October 27, 2024, at approximately 8:35 AM local time, a Robinson R22 Beta helicopter (N7521Z), operated by Veracity Aviation LLC, was severely damaged in an accident at Pearland Regional Airport (KLVJ) near Houston, Texas. The helicopter lost control shortly after takeoff from the Veracity Aviation ramp, leading to a collision with a parked aircraft. The pilot, who was the only person on board, sustained serious i

Investigators into Friday’s fatal helicopter crash that landed on a tree and hit a car near Bankstown Airport have called on the public to provide any video footage they may have of the accident. Read more by Julie Power at the link in bio. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong | The Sydney Morning Herald