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Robinson R44 Raven II

106k Hedero  4.4 years ago
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Brief Desc.

The Robinson R44 is a four-seat light helicopter produced by Robinson Helicopter Company since 1992. Based on the company's two-seat Robinson R22, the R44 features hydraulically assisted flight controls.

Controls
1=Rotor activation
2=Nav Lights
3=Landing Lights
Throttle=Collective

This was a relatively quick build. I started it while I was building the A-20. Hence why I'm uploading this so quickly after the A-20. I haven't built a helicopter for over 1.3 years. So I know very little about the best ways to make one fly. I did my best but it's definitely a bit tricky. But I hope you guys appreciate the effort!


Thanks to BogdanX for tips on the helicopter!


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General Characteristics

  • Successors 2 airplane(s) +7 bonus
  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 7.1ft (2.2m)
  • Length 38.3ft (11.7m)
  • Height 12.0ft (3.7m)
  • Empty Weight 4,285lbs (1,943kg)
  • Loaded Weight 4,788lbs (2,171kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 3.283
  • Wing Loading 79.1lbs/ft2 (386.1kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 60.5ft2 (5.6m2)
  • Drag Points 3342

Parts

  • Number of Parts 203
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 615
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    375 Embruher

    Lol just flew on one today with the raven II on it but it was bright red, amazing helicopter though

    1.5 years ago
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    134 XHZCXK

    在刚刚过去的五月二日,中国西安白鹿原景区有一架罗宾逊R44乌鸦II坠毁了,机上三人死亡(全部)。

    1.6 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    Oh you've flown a real r44? And thanks for the feedback, very interesting.@Thorne

    +2 4.2 years ago
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    21.1k Thorne

    I’ve done a good amount of time on the R44, just thought I’d mention I think the yaw is fine, in fact I think it’s stronger than in the real thing, but it doesn’t matter either way since realistic helicopter flight controls are pretty much impossible to nail lol, great details! @Hedero (thought I’d give my own opinion like the comment below because that yawing problem sounds like a glitch because I didn’t get it)

    4.2 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    Oh I see what you mean. Yeah this was my first time building a heli in ages so I don't know the best methods to making one fly good or anything. Sorry for the unrealistic flight characteristics.@Numbers

    4.3 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    I'm a bit confused sorry.@Numbers

    4.3 years ago
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    41.8k Ren

    @Hedero
    Np.

    4.3 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    Thank you@KnightOfRen

    4.3 years ago
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    41.8k Ren

    @Hedero
    That's okay. I just thought you were a good cantidate.

    4.3 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    Oh I really appreciate you for wanting to do that but there is nothing about being a mod that I would want. I personally enjoy being a regular member and I don't want to have to watchdog everyone. So I think I'm good.@KnightOfRen

    4.3 years ago
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    41.8k Ren

    @Hedero
    Would you be okay with me setting up a petition to make you a Moderator? You're a great person, you follow the rules, and have lots of experience on the site. You kinda tick all the boxes. But that's only if you WANT to become a Mod.

    4.3 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    Thanks@KnightOfRen

    4.3 years ago
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    41.8k Ren

    @Hedero
    Sorry. I hope you feel better.

    4.3 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    Oh no. It'll get done whenever it get's done. Right now I'm dealing with a cold so I don't fancy building too much right now.@KnightOfRen

    4.3 years ago
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    41.8k Ren

    @Hedero
    Will you post it today?

    4.3 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    Yeah, it's also pretty hard to make lol.@KnightOfRen

    4.3 years ago
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    41.8k Ren

    AWWW what a cute plane!@Hedero

    4.3 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    I'm trying to get an XP-56 done. I just got the landing gear to work properly.@KnightOfRen

    4.3 years ago
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    41.8k Ren

    @Hedero
    What is your next build?

    4.3 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    Well you could make an unlisted upload and tag me on it.@WolfSpark

    4.4 years ago
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    10.1k Sparky6004

    @Hedero thanks, I did a re-creation of them instead of using them. I used the rotators and stuff with FT on them tho, i mean I would show you but they don’t have private Forums posts xd

    4.4 years ago
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    450 PANZERDOG

    O @Hedero

    4.4 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    Go ahead dude! I didn't respond cause I was campin'.@WolfSpark

    4.4 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    He left@Yalikejazz79

    4.4 years ago
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    106k Hedero

    Thank you!@Viper3000ad

    4.4 years ago
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