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2017 ROBINSON R44 RAVEN II

🕒 Listed 2 months ago
$530,000
fyiEstimate $586,500–$601,500 ⓘ 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 -197 hr vs comps +0.4%
  • Engine time -173 hr vs comps +1.4%
  • Autopilot (23% of comps) +15.3%
  • Market supply: 57 for sale of 1311 FAA-registered +1.4%

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2017
536 hrs
N432LC ✈ Flight Tracking
Oct 08, 2026 (11 days ago)
14069
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1
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📍 Cumberland, Maryland
Cardinal Roots LLC
Per the FAA aircraft registry (public record)
📍 Middletown, DE

Overview

Make / ModelRobinson R44 RAVEN II
TypeHelicopter
Airframe time536 hrs
Engine time536 SNEW
Avionics / Primary flight displayGARMIN G500H
Avionics / Audio panelGARMIN GMA 350, GMA350HC
Autopilot

Description

Robinson service center annual inspection just completed May 2026. New tail rotor blades, no damage history, complete logs, perfect pedigree. Very well equipped! HeliSAS Autopilot! No Damage History - Complete Logs!

Modifications

Air Conditioning, Fire Extinguisher, Ground Handling Wheels, Dual Controls, LED Nav and Anti Collision Lts, Cover, Rotor Tether, Robinson tow wheels.

Avionics

HeliSAS Autopilot, G500H, G750, GTX345, GTR225B, GMA350HC, Vertical Card Compass.

Recommended avionics upgrades

Garmin GTN 650Xi

No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.

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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.

Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)

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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)

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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

66th pct
$110k$839kThis aircraft · $530k

$530k · 66th percentile of 58 listings

Airframe time

14th pct
1212,684This aircraft · 536

536 hours total (TTAF) · 14th percentile of 56 listings

Engine time

18th pct
1681,980This aircraft · 536

536 hours since new · 18th 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 Number14069
Registration #N432LC
ConditionUsed

Airframe

Total Time536
Complete LogsYes

Engine

Engine 1 Time536 SNEW

Avionics

Auto PilotYes
Avionics/RadiosHeliSAS Autopilot, G500H, G750, GTX345, GTR225B, GMA350HC, Vertical Card Compass.

Additional Equipment

Additional EquipmentAir Conditioning, Fire Extinguisher, Ground Handling Wheels, Dual Controls, LED Nav and Anti Collision Lts, Cover, Rotor Tether, Robinson tow wheels.

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  $586,500–$601,500

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.

Previous listing for N432LC

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2017 ROBINSON R44 RAVEN II

Then asking
$530k
Airframe
536 hrs
View previous listing ↗ · last seen Oct 2026

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