Re: UK Coastguard SAR - Bristow out??
As a 'part time' 92 driver, I can say that the machine I fly has only one problem with the AP - and that is being fixed on the 3.2 software upgrade. I find the FD spot on and we certainly haven't had these 'wandering' problems that IF92 has been experiencing.
The vibes are OK as well, we're getting 0.05 ips at 145kts if I remember correctly.
As far as the thread is concerned, I am sure that the 92 and the 225 could each do the job as required. I do think that the superior cabin height of the 92 will make for a much better work space for the guys in the back.
What I have noticed is that all the Sikorsky team involved in the 92 are very highly motivated.