Robinson’s turbine-powered five-seat R66 helicopter has passed testing required by the FAA and Transport Canada to fly in snow conditions. Flying in falling or blowing snow has been prohibited per the R66 Pilot’s Operating Handbook, but with this recent successful test the restriction has been lifted.
Robinson R66 Passes Snow Testing
Key Takeaways:
- Robinson's R66 helicopter has successfully passed FAA and Transport Canada testing for operation in snow conditions.
- This achievement lifts the previous restriction prohibiting the R66 from flying in falling or blowing snow.
- The R66 demonstrated no snow build-up in the engine intake or decrease in performance during rigorous testing in extreme winter conditions near Banff, Alberta.
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