Rotorcraft
Robinson Doubles Service Life on a Dozen R66 Helo Parts
Life extension will lower R66 helicopter operating costs by 6%
Robinson R66 helicopter
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The FAA has approved extending the service life on 12 Robinson Helicopter R66 helicopter components, doubling their life limits to 4,000 from 2,000 hours. The approval also extends the calendar life for R66 main rotor and tail rotor blades to 15 years from 12 years.

According to Robinson, “This approval, backed by previously approved data and structural testing, will help operators reduce maintenance costs, enhance reliability, lower operating costs by 6%, and reduce hourly reserve for overhauls by 25%.”