The five-seat R66 TURBINE and R66 TURBINE MARINE helicopters are reliable, economical and easy to maintain. R66s have a two-bladed rotor system, T-bar cyclic, hydraulically boosted controls that eliminate cyclic and collective feedback forces, and streamlined instrument panels. The R66’s spacious 300 lb capacity baggage compartment along with the powerful Rolls Royce RR300 turbine engine give operators greater utility. The lightweight RR300 engine operates on readily available Jet A fuel, delivering increased reserve power, additional payload, and improved altitude performance. The R66 meets the FAA’s current crashworthiness regulations with energy absorbing seats and a crashworthy fuel system.
Engine: Rolls Royce RR300 Turbine
Horsepower: 300 shp turboshaft; derated to 270 shp for takeoff and 224 shp continuous
Fuel Capacity: 493 lb (224 kg)
Range: Approximately 350 nm (650 km)
Rate of Climb: Over 1000 fpm
Max Altitude: 14,000 ft
The R66 TURBINE MARINE is equipped with pop out floats, offering safety for over-water travel. Designed for emergencies, the floats inflate within 2-3 seconds of activation. When not in use, floats roll-up and stow in protective covers along the aircraft’s landing skids. The streamlined, low profile design minimizes drag and allows for easy entry and exit of the cabin.