Robinson R44 Astro-Hydraulic/Raven 1 Strong Engine Time & Recent Component Upgrades

For sale: Robinson R44 Astro (S/N 0572) with solid maintenance history, low-time engine, and several key components recently renewed.
General Information

Total Time (TT): approx. 3,843 hours
Engine: Lycoming O-540-F1B5
Engine Time (TSO): approx. 754 hours
Configuration: Suitable for training, utility, or cost-efficient commercial use

Key Highlights

Low-time engine (~750h since overhaul)
approx. 1,200+ hours remaining to TBO
Main rotor blades replaced in 2024
approx. 2,000+ hours remaining
Tail rotor blades also recently replaced (2024)
Strong component status across dynamic systems

Maintenance & Airworthiness

Full Airworthiness Review valid until November 2028
ARC valid until November 2026
Maintained under CAMO (Helihansa GmbH)
All inspections performed in accordance with regulations

Current Maintenance Status

100-hour / annual inspection fresh done
Several routine checks approaching due (normal for active aircraft)

???? Aircraft is in active operational condition, but should be delivered with fresh inspection for optimal value.
Component Status & Remaining Life

Airframe: mid/high-time (~3,800h), but
Main components: largely renewed or mid-life
Main rotor blades: ~2,000h remaining
Engine: strong remaining life (~1,200h)
Many components valid well into the 2030s

Why This Aircraft Stands Out

Combination of high-time airframe + low-time engine
Recently replaced rotor blades (major cost factor eliminated)
Good remaining life on key components
Attractive entry price compared to low-time aircraft
Ideal for operators focused on ROI and utilization

Honest Assessment

This is not a low-time collector aircraft, but a very practical and economically attractive R44:

???? You are essentially buying:

a mid-time platform
with fresh critical components (engine + blades)