Robinson R22 BETA
634 Robinson R22 BETA aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1985–2026. Most are registered in TX, CA and DE.
- Registered today
- 634
- Years built
- 1985–2026
- Seats
- 2
- Engines
- 1 · Reciprocating
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply14 ADs match the Robinson R22 BETA airframe. Engine ADs depend on the engine installed and are listed on each aircraft page.
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- 2013-19-06Robinson Helicopter Company (Robinson)Nov 5, 2013
- 2011-12-10Robinson Helicopter Company Model (Robinson) R22, R22 Alpha, R22 Beta, R22 Mariner, R44…Jul 5, 2011
- 2010-24-03Robinson Helicopter Company (Robinson) Model R22, R22 Alpha, R22 Beta, and R22 Mariner…Dec 29, 2010
- 2005-16-05Robinson Helicopter Company Model R-22 Series HelicoptersAug 26, 2005
- 2004-19-09Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22-Series HelicoptersOct 7, 2004
- 2003-04-04Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22 HelicoptersMar 26, 2003
- 2000-20-51Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22 HelicoptersNov 22, 2000
- 2000-08-09Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22 HelicoptersMay 5, 2000
- 99-07-17Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22 HelicoptersApr 28, 1999
- 99-02-02Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC) Model R22 HelicoptersFeb 1, 1999
- 98-21-09Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22 HelicoptersDec 9, 1998
- 97-25-05Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22 HelicoptersJan 12, 1998
AI-extracted — verify against original. Applicability must be confirmed by a mechanic against the aircraft's records.
Watch new ADs for the Robinson R22 BETA
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Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 662
- Destroyed
- 85
- Substantial damage
- 572
- Minor damage
- 4
- No damage
- 0
- Per 1,000 aircraft per year, 2016–2025
- 15.2
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Robinson R22 BETA airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. The yearly rate divides NTSB events from 2016 to 2025 by the number of registered Robinson R22 BETA aircraft in each of those years. Not adjusted for hours flown: training aircraft fly far more than most.
- Sep 3, 2026Substantial damage · minor injuries · Mcminnville, TNN276SH
- Aug 24, 2026Substantial damage · minor injuries · Milton, FLN979SH
- Aug 15, 2026Substantial damage · none injuries · Miramar, FLN8316N
- Oct 21, 2025Substantial damage · serious injuries · Springfield, MON74583
- Oct 14, 2025Substantial damage · none injuries · Colombo, OF
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 1995172 reports on Robinson R22 BETA airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- bearing51
- belt8
- actuator7
- dual tachometer5
- none5
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 1946 | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1953 | 1 | |
| 1985 | 1 | |
| 1986 | 3 | |
| 1987 | 8 | |
| 1988 | 13 | |
| 1989 | 25 | |
| 1990 | 31 | |
| 1991 | 43 | |
| 1992 | 20 | |
| 1993 | 18 | |
| 1994 | 12 | |
| 1995 | 9 | |
| 1996 | 9 | |
| 1997 | 17 | |
| 1998 | 16 | |
| 1999 | 21 | |
| 2000 | 23 | |
| 2001 | 32 | |
| 2002 | 13 | |
| 2003 | 13 | |
| 2004 | 35 | |
| 2005 | 51 | |
| 2006 | 22 | |
| 2007 | 31 | |
| 2008 | 13 | |
| 2009 | 1 | |
| 2010 | 1 | |
| 2011 | 1 | |
| 2012 | 1 | |
| 2013 | 2 | |
| 2014 | 7 | |
| 2015 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 2 | |
| 2017 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 2 | |
| 2021 | 2 | |
| 2022 | 3 | |
| 2024 | 4 | |
| 2025 | 1 | |
| 2026 | 5 | |
| Unknown | 118 |
Buyer checklist
14 ADs published since 1998 may apply to the Robinson R22 BETA; recurring ADs need to be checked at each inspection. 662 NTSB events since 1982 involve Robinson R22 BETA airframes; from 2016 to 2025, about 15.2 a year per 1,000 registered aircraft. Operators and repair stations filed 172 service difficulty reports on Robinson R22 BETA airframes since 1995. Check each aircraft's own record before you buy.
- Read the logbooks for the airframe, engine and propeller, start to finish.
- Check AD compliance records against the ADs that may apply.
- Look for damage history and Form 337 major repairs and alterations.
- Have an independent A&P or IA do a pre-buy inspection.
- Run a title search and use escrow for the payment.
Type data
FAA aircraft reference file- Aircraft type
- Rotorcraft
- Category
- Land
- Certification
- Type Certificated
- Max takeoff weight
- Up to 12,499 lb
- Type certificate data sheet
- H10WE
- Type certificate holder
- ROBINSON HELICOPTER CO
R22 BETA aircraft
Page 1 of 26| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N106EH | — | Huntsville, AL | Oct 17, 2023 |
| N107FH | 1997 | Danbury, TX | Apr 9, 2022 |
| N1118N | 1991 | Chandler, AZ | Sep 16, 2024 |
| N111AH | 2004 | Port Orchard, WA | Mar 11, 2014 |
| N111KT | 2001 | Uvalde, TX | Apr 21, 2015 |
| N111PB | 1997 | May 8, 2001 | |
| N111UH | 2004 | Scottsdale, AZ | Jul 19, 2010 |
| N111YZ | 1990 | Harper, TX | Jul 1, 2023 |
| N11364 | 1995 | Port Orchard, WA | Sep 10, 2009 |
| N113VG | 1993 | Princeton, NJ | Dec 7, 2016 |
| N114VG | — | Milford, NJ | Feb 12, 2019 |
| N115DD | — | Saint Louis, MO | Jun 9, 2020 |
| N115LE | 2007 | Bend, OR | Apr 28, 2014 |
| N116PG | 2004 | Bates City, MO | Aug 21, 2025 |
| N122AK | 1991 | Rainbow City, AL | Nov 25, 2024 |
| N122PL | 2001 | Fort Mill, SC | Oct 26, 2007 |
| N122RF | — | Poughkeepsie, NY | Apr 20, 2021 |
| N122YB | 2002 | Torrance, CA | — |
| N12396 | — | Rehoboth Beach, DE | Aug 1, 2011 |
| N12536 | — | Rehoboth Beach, DE | Aug 1, 2011 |
| N12615 | — | Rehoboth Beach, DE | Aug 2, 2011 |
| N126NS | 1989 | Las Vegas, NV | Sep 5, 2023 |
| N126VA | 1996 | Seguin, TX | Jan 28, 2014 |
| N127SH | 2007 | Oklahoma City, OK | Jul 6, 2026 |
| N129YE | 2002 | Harper, TX | Sep 12, 2013 |