Nick....
In the first S-70 thread, you stated...
"I will check on Monday with the Firehawk troops and get back here with some details."
I am very interested in your response...if you cannot further comment on this issue due to political considerations, I understand....
What is interesting is here in the states, the operation of restricted category certificated helicopters is an ongoing debate.... in this case, the original manufacturer of the helicopter is involved in the approval process for the aircraft, unlike the other examples used for utility work.
The thing I have never understood is how this system got to the point were we are today...the restricted ships are tasked with the most demanding operational profile a ship can be exposed to, yet the continuing airworthiness requirements, and finite life limits are less restrictive than Standard Category Aircraft.....
Another question....can you operate a firehawk in Canada?