"Robinson Helicopters has launched its first new design in 15 years and the R88 is the biggest Robinson ever. The new $3.3 million aircraft was unveiled Sunday ahead of Verticon, formerly Heli-Expo, which is being held in Dallas this week. The R88 will carry up to 10 people (eight in the back, two in the pilot seats) but its configuration can be quickly changed"


https://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/rob ... -verticon/

I saw a video of that yesterday. Impressive machine and a completely new market for them. I wonder if it will also be built in Torrance alongside the “baby” Robinson’s.

Something (like the tailboom) seems to be missing in photo in link.

I saw an interview where they mentioned they didn't want to reveal the exact tail rotor dimensions because it tells the competitors everything about the helicopter. Also, it would take up too much booth. That trunk door looks pretty useful.

Went to Verticon today. The mockup is impressive. Will be interesting to see how this plays out. Unfortunately the rumor is that will be at least a 5 year wait.

Verticon is great. My colleague and I are flying demos from the Vertiport.

Got to make a break to go see the R88 mockup. Also the newly announced H140 from Airbus.


Sunrise today.