1998 Robinson R44 AstroPiston Helicopter

This 1998 Robinson R44 Astro presents a well-maintained piston helicopter with recent upgrades and compliance with critical airworthiness directives. The aircraft shows 6,628.6 total hours on the airframe with 1,856.2 hours since overhaul, offering 343.8 remaining hours or time until April 2030. Notable features include a hydraulic conversion upgrade, NAT audio controller, Bendix/King KY197A COM radio, and a Garmin GTX335 transponder with ADS-B Out capability. The helicopter is equipped with bladder tanks and dual controls, though ground wheels are not included.

Recent maintenance highlights include compliance with AD 2024-04-02 (new tail rotor blades), AD 2024-19-11 (yoke replacement), and AD 2024-23-01 (lower bracket compliance), all completed by April 2025. Additional work includes a new battery installation, fresh annual inspection, track and balance service, and confirmation that the tail cone and horizontal stabilizer won't require replacement at next overhaul. The main rotor blades remain valid until April 2030, and engine compressions show strong readings between 72-76 psi across all cylinders. The last 2,200-hour inspection was completed in April 2018, demonstrating consistent maintenance oversight.