In 1994 Robinson Helicopter Company moved into a new 260,000 square foot manufacturing facility at the Torrance Airport in Southern California . To meet the growing demand for the R44, Robinson added another new 220,000 square foot facility in 2004

The modern factory, designed for Robinson’s specialized manufacturing requirements, is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art equipment, including extensive use of computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining centers. Two dynamometer test cells are used in the overhaul center for precision engine testing.

Robinson’s commitment to quality placed it among the first American aerospace companies to be awarded ISO 9001 certification for design, manufacturing, and service of helicopters. To maintain the highest quality standards, most operations; including welding, machining, assembly, painting and flight testing, are performed on site at the Torrance factory.

Robinson Helicopter Company of Torrance, California, has produced over 5,400 helicopters and is currently the world’s leading producer of civil helicopters.

Robinson is known worldwide for its high performance, reliable helicopters. The two-seat Model R22 has the lowest acquisition and operating costs of any production helicopter. It holds every world record in its weight class, including speed, altitude and distance. The four-seat Model R44 was introduced in 1993. With a fast 130 mph cruise speed and hydraulic controls, it has the same performance and handling characteristics that expensive turbine helicopters have, but at one-third the cost. The R44 has been the world’s top-selling helicopter for the past four years.