Robinson Helicopter Company

Name: Robinson Helicopter Company
Address: 2901 Airport Drive, Torrance, CA, 90505, US
Telephone: +13105390508
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08/28/2026

Why did the U.S. Army select the R66 as the new basic trainer for Flight School Next?

David Smith explains some of the core competencies that have made the R66 a proven workhorse in the civilian world, and why those characteristics lay the foundation for the critical abilities that U.S. Army aviators will rely on throughout their careers.

Learn more: https://www.robinsonheli.com/press/robinson-helicopter-company-r66-selected-for-us-army-flight-school-next-as-army-announces-intent-to-award-contract-to-m1-support-services

08/20/2026

The Robinson R66 strikes the perfect balance for initial training that will forge the next generation of world-class Army aviators.

A proven workhorse, the R66 combines simple, reliable operation with technology that supports advanced training without sacrificing critical stick-and-rudder skills.

American designed and manufactured in Torrance, California, with more than 85% of parts produced in-house, the R66 delivers the lowest acquisition price and lowest direct operating cost in its class—providing the advantage the Army needs to support the Pilots of Tomorrow.

Learn More: https://www.robinsonheli.com/press/robinson-helicopter-company-r66-selected-for-us-army-flight-school-next-as-army-announces-intent-to-award-contract-to-m1-support-services

08/17/2026

The U.S. Army has announced its award of the Flight School Next contract to M1 Support Services. Within this award, the Robinson R66 will serve as the Army’s primary rotorcraft trainer at Fort Rucker, Alabama.

“This decision gives the Army a proven training platform that truly prepares Army aviators, made in America, and ready to fly today. Reliable and cost effective, it is built to deliver readiness at a fraction of the cost of current platforms. Together, Robinson and Team M1 deliver the aircraft, the experience, and the infrastructure the Army needs to train the next generation of Army Aviators on day one,” said David Smith, President & CEO.

Designed, engineered, and manufactured in Torrance, California, with more than 85% of parts built in-house, the R66’s vertically integrated American manufacturing, delivers consistent quality, reliable parts availability, and direct OEM responsiveness to meet the demands of high-tempo flight training operations.

It reinforces the same parts, service, and training infrastructure Robinson has provided for decades. It also builds on our recent launch of Robinson Unmanned, making Robinson one of the few American OEMs delivering both manned and unmanned vertical lift at scale.

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🔗 Read the full press release: https://www.robinsonheli.com/press/robinson-helicopter-company-r66-selected-for-us-army-flight-school-next-as-army-announces-intent-to-award-contract-to-m1-support-services

08/16/2026

It’s World Helicopter Day!

Today we recognize the people and helicopters that make vertical flight possible. From opening access to remote places to the critical work of agriculture, utility, and emergency response, helicopters and the people who design, fly, maintain, and support them power missions around the world that simply cannot be done any other way.

08/14/2026

Vertical Mag covers the story behind Climb Higher: Worldwide Adventures with Robinson Helicopters — how photographer Jon Davison documented 21 Robinson operators across six continents in seven months of shooting.

From Patagonian glaciers and Greenland’s ice cap to agricultural work in Australia and disaster response in the U.S., the book shows the grit and range of missions Robinson helicopters support worldwide.

Climb Higher is available now through the Robinson web store:
https://shop.robinsonheli.com/collections/accessories/products/climb-higher-coffee-table-book

Read the Vertical Mag article:
https://verticalmag.com/news/21-robinson-helicopter-operators-6-continents-7-months-how-photographer-jon-davison-created-climb-higher/

08/12/2026

On World Elephant Day, we look at one of the more unique missions a Robinson supports.

In Kenya’s Masai Mara, the Mara Elephant Project uses their R44 to manage human-elephant conflict. MEP’s pilot and CEO, Marc Goss, can often be found flying low-level around terrain and vegetation—getting in close to muster elephants away from people and property.

The R44’s compact size and nimble handling make it well-suited to this precise, demanding work.

No two days are the same. When the aircraft isn’t mustering, a ranger may be hanging out the rear door darting a sick or injured animal for treatment. In a natural disaster, the same helicopter reaches remote areas quickly when distance and limited infrastructure can turn a manageable emergency into a crisis.

The R44 delivers the performance, reliability, and operating efficiency that make it a critical tool MEP can rely on to protect the delicate balance of their community.

Learn More: www.robinsonheli.com/helicopters/r44-raven-ii-clipper-ii

Mara Elephant Project

08/10/2026

Robinson Helicopter Company has sold its 5,000th R44 Raven II, marking a major milestone for one of the most widely flown light civil helicopters in the world.

The aircraft was purchased by Robinson dealer ARICA in Ecuador. Since the first R44 delivery in 1993, the model has been relied on by operators in more than 100 countries for training, agricultural work, utility missions, and private use.

“Delivering the 5,000th R44 Raven II reflects the enduring trust operators around the world place in Robinson,” said David Smith, President and CEO of Robinson Helicopter Company.

“The R44 remains the most widely sold and flown light civil helicopter on the planet because it delivers unmatched reliability, low direct operating costs, and multi-mission versatility.”

Read the full press release: https://www.robinsonheli.com/press/robinson-helicopter-company-to-deliver-5000-th-r44-raven-ii-marking-major-milestone

08/06/2026

Equipping the next generation of world-class aviators with everything they need to succeed in any mission they face.

The Robinson R66 Military Trainer is an advanced yet straightforward aircraft that helps future pilots build the critical skills they may one day use to save lives, including their own.

All backed by Robinson’s unmatched dependability and value—the American Made Advantage.

08/05/2026

A simple machine that seats a few and can serve 8 billion.  Built for the operators who measure their work in lives changed—from helping others discover the freedom of flight to answering the call on someone’s worst day.  The R88 is the multi-mission workhorse designed to tackle whatever comes next.  

08/04/2026

Submissions are open for the 2027 Robinson Helicopter calendar. Showcase your mission, your machine, and the dedicated people who get the job done.

Conditions apply. Submit your photo today!

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2901 Airport Drive
Torrance, CA
90505

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+13105390508

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http://robinsonheli.com/

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