Helicóptero Robinson R44 Raven II

Model: ROBINSON R44 II
Engine Takeoff Power: Lycoming IO-540, six cylinder, fuel injected
Engine TBO Hours: 2200
Max Seats: 4

*for comparison purposes only, actual results may vary

CUSTO OPERACIONAL HELICÓPTERO ROBINSON R44 RAVEN II

HELICOPTER COMPANY 15 JANUARY 2017

FIXED ANNUAL COSTS

Depreciation (Negligible, freshly overhauled R44s typically sell for more than original costs) $ N/A

Insurance based on a pilot with 200 hours logged helicopter time, including 40 PIC hours

in an R44, with a good safety record and RHC Safety Course Certificate

Liability Insurance 2,560

Hull Insurance 9,298

FIXED COST PER YEAR $ 11,858

RESERVE FOR OVERHAUL

2200 Hour Engine Overhaul ($52,000 RHC exchange) $ 23.64

2200 Hour Aircraft Overhaul Parts Kit ($139,000)

(Includes new bearings, seals, belts, etc., and life-limited components with

less than 2200 hours remaining.)

63.18

Labor (240 Manhours @ $95 per hour) 10.36

RESERVE PER HOUR $ 97.18

DIRECT OPERATING COST

Fuel @ $5.76 per gallon and 14.0 gph for average use $ 80.64

Oil 1.10

Periodic Inspections, Labor @ $95 per hour 17.10

Unscheduled Maintenance, Parts and Labor @ $95 per hour 10.50

DIRECT OPERATING COST PER HOUR $ 109.34

TOTAL OPERATING COST

Fixed Cost per Flight Hour Based on 500 Hours per Year $ 23.72

Overhaul Reserve Per Hour 97.18

Direct Cost per Flight Hour 109.34

TOTAL OPERATING COST PER HOUR $ 230.24

OPERATING COST-PER-ROAD MILE

Assume one air mile (straight line path) equals 1.5 road miles, and assume an average cruise speed of 132 miles per

hour with a cruise fuel consumption of 16 gph.

$241.76 ÷ 132 ÷ 1.5 = $1.22 per Road Mile

This total operating cost-per-mile compares favorably with some expensive automobiles, and will usually be lower when

the value of time saved is considered.

Note: The above estimetes are approximate and will vary with type of use, maintenance, local conditions and prices. This information is for comparision only and nota guarantee of actual costs. Referenced prices are subject to change without notice. Transportation costs and local taxes are not included.