Originally Posted by
SASless
The early versions of the 206 and OH=58A were not exactly over powered.
The Kiowa in the summer at sea level full of fuel was good for two pilots and a verbal message....with un-boosted Tail Rotor Pedals which took some getting used to after flying the 206 which had boosted pedals.
The Kiowa was fun with all doors off in the warm weather.
Bush flying with the 206 in the mountains of Iran in the Summer was valuable learning especially when swapping back and forth between them and the Alouette III.
Tell us more about 206 vs Alouette III please.