Why Resale Starts the Day You Buy Most owners begin thinking about resale value only when they’re ready to sell. In reality, an aircraft’s value is shaped by years of ownership decisions long before it ever reaches the market. Every... View Article
When most owners think about the value of their Robinson R44, they usually look at one number: Flight hours. While hours certainly matter, they’re only one piece of the equation. Aircraft buyers evaluate dozens of factors before determining what an... View Article
When people think about the cost of owning a Robinson R44, they usually think about fuel, insurance, hangar fees, or routine maintenance. While those are all important expenses, they are not what costs most owners the most money. The biggest... View Article
Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC) has had a busy spring. The May 2026 edition of the RHC Network News — distributed to RHC’s global dealer and service center network — is packed with new programs, product launches, operational improvements, and important... View Article
Most buyers focus on the purchase price. That is understandable — it is the biggest number on the page. However, the purchase price is not what ownership costs. What ownership costs is determined by two things: How many hours you... View Article
If you are considering buying a Robinson R44, or already own one, understanding how the maintenance schedule works is essential. This is not complicated, but it is important. Maintenance on the R44 follows a structured inspection program built around flight... View Article
The Robinson R44 is one of the most practical entry points into helicopter ownership, well understood, widely supported, and available in both new and used configurations across Canada. But before buying one, there is a question every serious buyer needs... View Article
Robinson Helicopter Company is increasing the R44 overhaul interval to: 15 years / 2,500 hours (previously 12 years / 2,200 hours) This is one of the most important updates for R44 owners in years. The increase from 2,200 to 2,500... View Article
Little piece on the importance of presence when flying and in life.
Do you have slogans that you like? I love the Nike slogan “Just do it”, but that is not great advice when you are trying to make a decision about flying and weather! The following are my thoughts on VFR flying... View Article
Follow along as we do a pre-flight cockpit inspection on the Robinson R44 helicopter. This is how we prepare the helicopter before we do an exterior pre-flight inspection and before we go flying. Now that you have... View Article
Flying in the Yellow: When I was learning to fly I was taught something by my instructor that I have passed on to my many students and clients over the years. I find it helps me stay ready and hopefully... View Article
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