Robinson Helicopter has begun cabin assembly for its R88 10-seat helicopter and announced several new suppliers at Verticon as the programme advances. The company is targeting a first flight in 2026; the supplier additions mark a shift from development toward production readiness.
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Cabin assembly has started and Robinson is targeting a first flight in 2026, a concrete schedule milestone for a new civil rotorcraft programme.
Multiple supplier announcements at Verticon indicate the supply chain is maturing — a necessary step to de‑risk production readiness and eventual delivery planning.
Progress on a 10-seat rotorcraft could influence procurement and training markets, connecting to the US Army's Flight School Next competition and broader rotorcraft market trends.
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