The Robinson R66 Newscopter is a turbine-powered, single-engine helicopter tailored for news gathering, featuring a Rolls-Royce RR300 engine. It includes a gyro-stabilized HD camera, microwave transmission system, and advanced avionics. It seats four, offers a cruise speed of 110 knots, and has a range of 325 nautical miles, making it ideal for aerial filming and live broadcasting. The standard R66 ENG package includes a gyro stabilized gimbal that houses an GSS Cineflex 512 with Sony HDC-50 4K Camera 46X lens. Also included are three HD micro cameras: two in the cabin for recording passengers, and a third mounted on the horizontal stabilizer.
R66 Turbine Newscopter
Specifications
Turbine Newscopter | |
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Engine | Rolls-Royce RR300 Turbine |
Horsepower | 300 shp turboshaft; derated to 270 shp for takeoff and 224 shp continuous |
Maximum Gross Weight | 2700 lb (1225 kg) |
Approximate Empty Weight (including oil & standard avionics) | 1421 lb (650 kg) |
Fuel Capacity (73.6 gal) | 493 lb (224 kg) |
Pilot, Passengers, and Baggage (with maximum fuel) | 786 lb (331 kg) |
Cruise Speed at Maximum Gross Weight | Up to 110 kts (127 mph) |
Maximum Range (no reserve) | Approximately 325 nm (602 km) |
Hover Ceiling IGE at Maximum Gross Weight | Over 10,000 ft |
Hover Ceiling OGE at Maximum Gross Weight | Over 10,000 ft |
Rate of Climb | Over 1,000 fpm |
Maximum Operating Altitude | 14,000 ft |
Electrical System | 28 volt |