The Rolls-Royce RR300 engine has moved past the one million flight hour milestone, providing Robinson R66 helicopter operators nearly a decade of reliable service.
The R66 and the RR300 engine were jointly announced in 2007 by the iconic Frank Robinson and RollsRoyce, and the helicopter was certified into service in 2010. Since that time, Robinson’s first gas-turbine powered helicopter has proven itself in dependable service around the world, with a growing fleet of nearly 1,000 helicopters delivered.
Paul Matthews, Rolls-Royce, senior vice president – sales, said, “We congratulate Robinson Helicopter for this outstanding record of service – one million flight hours is a significant milestone and reflects the exceptional design and reliability of the R66. Rolls-Royce is proud to have partnered with Frank Robinson, and now, his son, Kurt, on the R66 helicopter for more than a decade.”
Kurt Robinson, president of Robinson Helicopter, said, “We believe this milestone is a testament to the R66’s outstanding performance and confirms its place as a leader in the helicopter industry.”
