Originally designed by Frank Robinson and manufactured by C. K. "Gus" Le Fiell. The R22 was the first light helicopter to receive complete certification under Part 27s requirements.

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Originally designed by Frank Robinson and manufactured by C. K. "Gus" Le Fiell. The R22 was the first light helicopter to receive complete certification under Part 27s requirements.

Source:  Vertiflite, July/August 1986.  Page 23-24.

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Milestones Associated with the Robinson R22

August 28, 1975
R22 : First flight of the Robinson R22

March 16, 1979
R22 : Robinson R22 Type Certificated

August 5, 1985
R22 Beta: Robinson R22 Beta certified

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