So size does matter?
The tailboom thruster extension is said to improve tail authority at low speed and allow ops with a 250lb increase in MAUW of 6500lbs (subject to a change in the flight manual), while adding only 14 lbs to the weight of the airframe.
FAA approval has been obtained and EASA is now completing their validation process.
Apparently Virgin London HEMS is the first UK operator to do the mod, and expect to be operational with it before the end of the year.
Hope we can get some PIREPs in the New Year.
Heliport