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2017 ROBINSON R44 RAVEN II

🕒 Listed 3 weeks ago
$425,000
fyiEstimate $530,000–$543,000 ⓘ How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 43 comparable Robinson R44 RAVEN II listings ($499,000), then adjusts for:

  • Airframe time -59 hr vs comps +0.1%
  • Garmin GTN 750 (14% of comps) +7.4%

Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.

2017
674 hrs
ZT-HAE ✈ Flight Tracking
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14071
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1
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KCPT
📍 Western Cape Town, South Africa

Overview

Make / ModelRobinson R44 RAVEN II
TypeHelicopter
Airframe time674 hrs
Engine time702 SMOH
Avionics / GPSGarmin GTN 750
Garmin GPS

Description

RECENTLY REDUCED, MOTIVATED TO SELL! R44 RAVEN II FOR SALE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION GARMIN 750 AUTO PILOT BEAUTIFUL INTERIOR SB’S & AD’S UP TO DATE AS OF DEC 2025 BRAND NEW MAIN & TAIL ROTORS TT REMAINING AS OF DECEMBER 2025 - 674 HRS 3 YEARS - 21 APR 2029 Located in the Western Cape, South Africa 15% VAT will apply for purchasers in South Africa.

Recommended avionics upgrades

Garmin GFC 500 autopilot

No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.

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Garmin GTX 345 (ADS-B In/Out)

No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.

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Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.

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How this aircraft compares

Where this Robinson R44 RAVEN II lands versus other Robinson R44 RAVEN II listings on fyiAero.

Price

52nd pct
$110k$839kThis aircraft · $425k

$425k · 52nd percentile of 58 listings

Airframe time

21st pct
1212,684This aircraft · 674

674 hours total (TTAF) · 21st percentile of 56 listings

Engine time

36th pct
1681,980This aircraft · 702

702 hours since major overhaul · 36th percentile of 11 listings

Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.

General

Year2017
ManufacturerROBINSON
ModelR44 RAVEN II
Serial Number14071
Registration #ZT-HAE
ConditionUsed
Based atCPT

Airframe

Total Time674
Year Robinson Overhaul Completed2025

Engine

Engine 1 Time702 SMOH
Engine TBO2200

Avionics

Auto PilotYes

Operating costs & specifications — Robinson R44 Raven Ii

Typical model-level figures for the Robinson R44 Raven Ii (not this specific airframe).

$295,368annual budget · 325 hrs/yr
$308variable cost / hour
$2.73cost per nm
15.0gph fuel burn
$400,000avg pre-owned asking fyiEstimate  $530,000–$543,000

Annual cost breakdown

Low useHigh use
Hours / year200325
Fuel$21,600$35,100
Fixed$195,268$195,268
Variable$61,600$100,100
Total / hour$1,284$909

Performance & dimensions

Range270 nm
Cruise speed100 kts · 115 mph
Seating1 crew + 3 passengers
Cabin H × W × L4' 0" × 3' 9" × 5' 8"
Interior volume87 ft³
Takeoff / landing0 ft / 0 ft

About this plane

The Robinson R44 Raven II has a variable operating cost of $294 per hour, positioning it as an efficient and accessible option in the light helicopter category. The Raven II offers a practical range of 250 nautical miles and a normal cruise speed of 113 knots (130 mph), making it an excellent choice for short-range personal or business travel. With an average fuel burn of 15 gallons per hour, the Robinson R44 Raven II delivers strong fuel economy alongside reliable performance. The cabin of the R44 Raven II measures 4'0" high, 3'9" wide, and 5'8" long, offering a total interior volume of 87 cubic feet-designed for maximum utility and comfort in a compact footprint. With no runway required for takeoff or landing, it is ideal for accessing remote locations and confined spaces. Equipped with Bendix King and Garmin avionics, the Robinson R44 Raven II is well-regarded for its dependability, simplicity, and low operating costs. As a light helicopter, the R44 Raven II stands out as a practical and capable aircraft for a variety of mission profiles. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Robinson R44 Raven II's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.

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