R22 BETA II Extra Reserve Power with Derated 0-360 Lycoming Beta II's Lycoming 0-360 engine provides nearly 13% more power at altitude, allowing the Beta II to maintain rated take-off power up to 7,500 feet, increasing its hover IGE ceiling to over 9,000 feet With the reserve power and the new throttle governor, the Beta II has turbine-like RPM control and performance ... while maintaining unequaled reliability, low operating cost, fast cruise speed and a sensible price ... features that have made the R22 the world's bestselling helicopter for nearly a decade. In addition to the larger engine, the Beta II also offers a number of additional new features and product improvements, including carb heat assist, a high-capacity oil cooler, a more comfortable cyclic grip, and a govemor-off warning light. Like past R22s, the Beta II will have an unmatched reputation for dependability and for simple, minimal servicing requirements. Government statistics for the past ten years clearly show the R22 has a much lower accident rate due to engine or mechanical failure than other light helicopters. THE MARINER 2 The Mariner 2 has extra reserve power to assure good performance even under difficult conditions. Equipped with utility floats, the Mariner 11 allows extended flights over water, landings on remote lakes, and safe transit when flying over busy harbors. The Mariner 11 sits low on the water for added stability on rough seas. The complete float installation adds approximately 37 pounds to the R22 empty weight with only a small reduction in cruise speed and Vne. The Mariner 2 includes utility floats, corrosion-proofing throughout, custom ground handling wheels, and gauge/nozzle to check float pressure. IFR Trainer Configuration The R22 is available in special configuration specifically designed for instrument flight training. The R22 IFR Trainer features an enlarged 10-hole instrument panel to accommodate all the instruments and avionics necessary to obtain an IFR rating. The R22's low operating cost allows students to complete their instrument training at only a fraction of the cost associated with larger, more expensive instrument-equipped helicopters, but with the same high-quality instrumentation. The IFR Trainer configuration includes the following instruments and avionics: Artificial Horizon Encoding Altimeter Turn Coordinator Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI) Automatic Direction Finder (ADF) NAV/COMM Transponder Marker Beacon Digital Clock DME (Optional) Although the R22 IFR Trainer was designed for instrument training, it is not approved for actual IFR operations. Therefore, while student pilots are flying on instruments, the instructor must act as the safety pilot and operate only under VFR conditions. PROVEN RELIABILITY - LOWER MAINTENANCE Inspections: No scheduled maintenance or service required between 100-hour inspections. High TBO: 2000 hour approved time-between-overhaul period for the R22 engine and airframe. All life-limited components have approved service lives of at least 2000 hours. Tri-hinge Rotor: Eliminates lag hinges, dampers and hydraulic struts. Thick stainless steel leading edge on main rotor blades prevents dust and rain erosion. Lubrication: Grease fittings have been eliminated using flexures, teflon-lined bearings and sealed ball bearings. Couplings: Maintenance-free flex couplings are used in place of universal joints or gear couplings in the main and tail drive system. Fuel System: Gravity flow fuel system improves reliability and eliminates the need for fuel pumps and fuel injectors. Controls: Primary controls are actuated by maintenance-free bellcranks and push-pull tubes, eliminating less reliable control cables and pulleys. Corrosion Protection: Many components use corrosion-resistant steels, aluminum parts are conversion-coated and primed, and steel tube components are powder-coated for superior corrosion protection. ADVANCED DESIGN Low cost hasn't compromised quality: The R22 combines unsurpassed economy with a surprising list of advanced features for safety and convenience. RPM Throttle Governor: The Beta II's new state-of-the-art governor is comparable to turbine governors. It greatly reduces pilot workload with superior RPM control, permitting pilots to focus more attention outside the cockpit for collision avoidance and enhanced safety. Carb Heat Assist: An advanced carb heat assist device can be engaged to automatically add carburetor heat when the collective is lowered and reduce carburetor heat when the collective is raised, simplifying procedures and enhancing safety during approaches and practice autorotations. Rotor Brake: Allows the pilot to stop the rotor quickly, significantly reducing shut-down time and the chances of injury to ground personnel. Automatic Clutch Engagement: Simplifies and shortens start- up procedure, reduces chances of an overspeed. Balanced Control Forces: Eliminates the need for pilot to manipulate an electric trim system and allows pilot to remove his hand from the collective without applying friction. Rotor Control Power: The R22's highly cambered airfoil provides more available tail rotor effectiveness than most other light helicopters. COMFORT & CONVENIENCE Low Noise Level: A heavy-duty muffler and low tail rotor tip speed make the R22 one of the quietest production helicopters. Thick acoustical foam allows surprisingly low noise level in cabin. Easy Ground Handling and Storage: Light empty weight allows ground handling by one person, and two-bladed rotor system requires less than one-third the hangar space needed for multi-bladed helicopters. Adapter for Tow Cart: The Beta II is also equipped with an attachment ball for use with the Robinson Electric Tow Cart for effortless ground handling. Elastomeric Teeter Stop: Limits blade teetering during start-up and shut-down on windy days. T-Bar Cyclic: Patented cyclic control eliminates uncomfortable control stick between knees and allows easy cabin entry and exit. Twin Baggage Compartments: Storage areas concealed under each seat and custom R22 travel bags make cross-country travel a pleasure. Off-Airport Landings: High-mounted tail rotor and long-life muffler with raised exhaust allow safer landings at off-airport locations. Visibility: Both seats have a wide, unobstructed view. Skylight in the cabin top allows pilot visibility during steep turns. STATE-OF-THE-ART-MANUFACTURING In June of 1994, Robinson Helicopter Company moved into a new 260,000 square foot manufacturing facility at the Torrance Airport. The factory was built specifically to Robinson's requirements and is equipped with the latest state of-the-art equipment, including extensive use of computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining equipment. Robinson is among the first American aerospace companies to meet the rigorous quality requirements and be awarded ISO 9001 certification for design, manufacture and servicing of helicopters. To control quality, Robinson performs most operations, including welding, machining, assembly, painting and flight-testing on site at the Torrance factory. A 100% inspection is performed on all critical dimensions of major components. The administrative offices include engineering, customer service and technical support. The delivery center, located in the west corner of the facility, includes a classroom where the Robinson Safety Course and Maintenance Course are taught. 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