Originally Posted by Solid Rust Twotter
Took a look at an Enstrom and they appear much sturdier than the Robbie. Probably more pricey too which may go some way to explaining the numbers.
I phoned my friend :
Robbie $207k Enstrom he thinks about $280
Robbie vs Enstom - he would put it at 20-1 ratio.
Robbie 99% of accidents is pilot error. Why ? Cause they are the preferred trainers. They are also preferred in the game industry - a high risk area.
A Robbie's engine NEVER goes .. he has lost count but more than 7 000 hours on them and never ever a single problem. Why ? because it is a "standard engine".
Enstrom and Hughes 300 ; same engine but turbo charged / super charged / fuel injection .. Porsche dipstick ... they do not always keep the reliability aspects in place.
I hope it helps ... he LOVES his Robbie but he also mentions people **** around in them ... stuff they should never do .. so when he goes for a renewal he rents someone else's aircraft !
