New Atlas

First hydrogen helicopter just proved it can fly a real mission

Last month, a modified Robinson R44 lifted off from Roland-Désourdy Airport in Bromont, Quebec, and completed what may be the ...
autoevolution

World’s First Piloted Hydrogen-Electric Helicopter Circuit Flight Completed in Canada

This full circuit flight demonstration (also the first of its kind in the world) took place on April 10, this year, at Roland-Désourdy Airport in Bromont, Quebec, and was officially recognized by ...
Aviation Week

Rotor Technologies Moves Toward Production With Unmanned R44

Rotor’s RPX system replaces conventional cockpit controls with a fly-by-wire architecture, sensors and remote pilot interface. Credit: Rotor Technologies NASHUA, New Hampshire—Rotor Technologies is ...
Flightglobal

Robinson refines fuel cell system ahead of hydrogen-powered R66’s first flight

Manufacturer continues initiative to develop a zero-emission version of its best-selling turbine helicopter. Robinson Helicopter has begun “up-and-away” flights of a hydrogen fuel cell-powered version ...
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Can a R44 helicopter start in 0°?

In this video, we explore whether a Robinson R44 Helicopter can start in 0° temperatures. The focus is on the helicopter's performance under cold conditions, with an examination of the necessary ...
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First hydrogen helicopter completes real-world mission in Canada

Historic hydrogen flight: A modified Robinson R44 became the first hydrogen-powered helicopter to complete a full operational circuit in real-world conditions. Life-saving mission focus: Developer ...