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Robinson R22 Celebrates 40 Years

Will Display Aircraft In Special Livery At Heli-Expo

Robinson’s R22 officially turns 40-years-old on March 16th. In celebration, at this year’s Heli-Expo convention in Atlanta, Robinson will display a new R22 (S/N 4797, N40YR) painted in the same scheme and colors as the very first R22 (S/N 0001).

While the exterior will pay tribute to the R22’s origins, the interior will showcase modern avionics including the Avidyne IFD 440 GPS/COM with built in Wi-Fi and Synthetic Vision. The aircraft is also equipped with a pilot-side accessory bar designed to support personal devices, e.g., iPhone or iPad.

Les Gillespie of Gardner Aviation (GA), a Robinson dealer since 2013, has purchased the retro-painted helicopter and will accept delivery at the show.

Founded in 1973, Robinson Helicopter Company is the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters.

(Images provided with Robinson Helicopter news release)

FMI: www.robinsonheli.com  


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