I can, after 1800 odd hours, well attest to the aircraft's stability. On one occasion, while taking off from Popondetta, with a 8 NRSLC (Non Reflective Self Loading Cargo) ensconsed, a huge Wasp appeared buzzing in front of my face. Now I'm no coward but I HATE Wasps...a lot. In a flash I had undone my seat belt, slid over to the co-pilot's seat and beat the offender to death with the big orange Talair Flight Manifest book.
The mighty BN2-300 droned onwards and upwards undisturbed and as I sheepishly regained my seat I glanced rearwards...7 completely unemotional blank stares and one guy at the back with a big grin
Chuckles