Robinson Helicopter Company

New Empennage Design Approved by FAA for Robinson R22 Helicopter

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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Robinson Helicopter Company, a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, has secured FAA approval for its new empennage design for the R22 helicopter.

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  • Robinson Helicopter Company, a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, has secured FAA approval for its new empennage design for the R22 helicopter.
  • The new empennage design includes a symmetric horizontal stabilizer and tailcone, now standard on all newly manufactured Robinson helicopters.
  • The development and testing of the new empennage design spanned several years, resulting in enhanced handling characteristics during high-speed flight.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240430140572/en/
    With the certification of the R22 symmetrical stabilizer, Robinson’s entire fleet of helicopters is now FAA-certified with the new empennage design.

Robinson Helicopter Company Acquires Ascent AeroSystems, Adding Tactical Uncrewed Solutions Portfolio

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, has acquired Ascent AeroSystems, now a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Robinson Helicopter Company.

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  • Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, has acquired Ascent AeroSystems, now a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Robinson Helicopter Company.
  • By leveraging the expertise and resources of both companies, Robinson reinforces its leadership in the future of vertical flight systems and utility missions.
  • Through the acquisition, Ascent can now grow and scale by building its UAVs at Robinson’s cost-effective, vertically integrated manufacturing facility in Torrance, CA.
  • Ascent AeroSystems will be exhibiting at AUVSI in San Diego in booth #4345, April 23-25, 2024.

Robinson Helicopter Company Announces New ‘Instructor Pilot’ Standardization Course With a Focus on Safety and Precision

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), a world leader in designing and manufacturing helicopters, announces its new Instructor Pilot (IP) Standardization Course.

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  • Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), a world leader in designing and manufacturing helicopters, announces its new Instructor Pilot (IP) Standardization Course.
  • Leveraging decades of safety expertise, the new IP course builds upon RHC's well-established Safety Course, a cornerstone program for more than 40 years.
  • This enhanced curriculum signifies a strategic shift, positioning Robinson as a preeminent leader in safety and global helicopter pilot training.
  • “This new IP course reflects Robinson Helicopter Company’s commitment to safety and excellence in helicopter training,” said David Smith, president and CEO of Robinson Helicopter Company.

Robinson Helicopter Company Takes You Down Under to Australia's Food Bowl in New "Climb Higher" Episode

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world's leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, unveils the latest episode in its "Climb Higher" video series.

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  • Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world's leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, unveils the latest episode in its "Climb Higher" video series.
  • This series explores the diverse missions Robinson helicopters tackle worldwide, highlighting their vital role in various demanding applications.
  • Here, Robinson helicopters are an indispensable tool for Riverina Helicopters , a company known for its agricultural operations and tourism expertise.
  • "Climb Higher: Australia’s Food Bowl" showcases the critical role Robinson helicopters play in the region's success.

Robinson Helicopter Celebrates 45 Years of the R22; Generations of Pilots Learn to Fly in a Robinson R22

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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Robinson Helicopter Company, the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, celebrates the 45th anniversary of its iconic two-seat R22 helicopter.

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  • Robinson Helicopter Company, the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, celebrates 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.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240318265287/en/
    Robinson Helicopter Company celebrates the 45th anniversary of the R22.
  • Robinson Helicopter is committed to supporting the growth and education of the global pilot community with a new limited-time incentive program.

Robinson Helicopter Company Announces Leadership Transition: Kurt Robinson Steps Into Advisory Role as David Smith Named President and CEO

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Robinson Helicopter Company, Inc. (RHC), a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, announces Kurt Robinson, president and CEO of the privately-owned company, will transition to an advisory role and remain on the board of directors effective immediately.

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  • Robinson Helicopter Company, Inc. (RHC), a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, announces Kurt Robinson, president and CEO of the privately-owned company, will transition to an advisory role and remain on the board of directors effective immediately.
  • Concurrently, David Smith, formerly Robinson Helicopter’s vice president of operations, has been named the new president and CEO.
  • The last leadership transition occurred in 2010 when founder Frank Robinson retired, and Kurt Robinson was elected president and CEO by the board of directors.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240227963052/en/
    Kurt Robinson, president and CEO of the privately-owned Robinson Helicopter Company, transitions to an advisory role and remains on the board of directors.

Robinson Helicopter Launches New Video Series ‘Climb Higher,’ Spotlighting Global Utilization of Robinson Helicopters in Diverse Missions

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, releases the first two episodes in its new video series, ‘Climb Higher,’ highlighting how customers and operators around the world utilize Robinson helicopters for their unique missions.

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  • Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, releases the first two episodes in its new video series, ‘Climb Higher,’ highlighting how customers and operators around the world utilize Robinson helicopters for their unique missions.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The ‘Climb Higher’ video series provides viewers with an exclusive look at how operators do more with Robinson helicopters.
  • Robinson Helicopter will share additional videos from Australia and around the world later this year, sharing how operators around the world achieve more with Robinson.
  • For more information and to watch the series, visit the Robinson Helicopter website and social media channels on YouTube , Facebook , Instagram , or LinkedIn .

Helicopter Pioneer Frank Robinson Passes

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Sunday, November 13, 2022
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TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --On November 12, 2022 Robinson Helicopter Company bid a final farewell to its founder, Frank Robinson.

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  • TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --On November 12, 2022 Robinson Helicopter Company bid a final farewell to its founder, Frank Robinson.
  • One of the most recognizable names in the helicopter industry, Frank Robinson was a pioneer, a man not driven by reward or accolades but by a vision that redefined the industry and forever changed general aviation.
  • Six years later, defying critics and overcoming enormous obstacles, Robinson was granted FAA certification for his two-place, piston powered R22 helicopter.
  • In the early '90s, realizing the potential for a light mid-size helicopter, Robinson introduced the four-place piston powered R44.

Helicopter Pioneer Frank Robinson Passes

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Sunday, November 13, 2022
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TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --On November 12, 2022 Robinson Helicopter Company bid a final farewell to its founder, Frank Robinson.

Key Points: 
  • TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --On November 12, 2022 Robinson Helicopter Company bid a final farewell to its founder, Frank Robinson.
  • One of the most recognizable names in the helicopter industry, Frank Robinson was a pioneer, a man not driven by reward or accolades but by a vision that redefined the industry and forever changed general aviation.
  • Six years later, defying critics and overcoming enormous obstacles, Robinson was granted FAA certification for his two-place, piston powered R22 helicopter.
  • In the early '90s, realizing the potential for a light mid-size helicopter, Robinson introduced the four-place piston powered R44.

Garmin announces an update to the certification of the GI 275 electronic flight instrument for select Part 27 helicopters

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Monday, March 7, 2022
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Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN), today announced Supplemental Type Certification (STC) by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the GI 275 electronic flight instrument in Part 27 VFR helicopters is expected to be completed in March.

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  • Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN), today announced Supplemental Type Certification (STC) by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the GI 275 electronic flight instrument in Part 27 VFR helicopters is expected to be completed in March.
  • The GI 275 is intentionally designed to take advantage of the common 3.125-inch flight instrument size, reducing installation time and preserving the existing instrument panel.
  • In addition to interfacing with the flight instrument via the touchscreen, a dual concentric knob allows pilots to access a variety of key functions.
  • Suitable as a direct replacement to many aging flight instruments, the GI 275 offers operators a simple and straightforward upgrade path to achieve modern flight instrument features and functions.