The SAR crewman, (B*****w), standing by the aircraft said that the rear ramp was possibly the most important feature. It allowed the crew better visibility.
The three days prior to Heli-Expo, Goodrich had/has a Hoist Seminar. This one was well attended by the US Army, US Coast Guard, LA County, San Bernadino County, San Diego, Cougar, Bristow and many others.
The next to last presentation was by Chris Bond, Senior SAR Crewman (Tech) for B*****w. He showed a series of videos of rescues done in the North Sea. Very impressive. One was a night rescue off a 30 ft sailboat in 60 ft seas.
SASless take note.
SirVivr