Enstrom series
As the Enstrom plant will tell you ... the Pasadena police used the Enstrom 28 series since around the mid 1970s. When I was actively involved, I had many a conversation with their then Chief Pilot, Nick Augusta. I understand they topped the 25,000 hours with one of the fleet several years ago.
As the factory didtributor, I personally delivered no less than six Enstrom 28s to CSE at Kidlington. I recall G-BBXO passing the 10,000 hour stage in the 1990s.
I have posted here before with the FACTS on the marque .. as opposed to the hogwash I have to read occasionally. I still like the type and enjoy displaying all variants, but one does have to live with the shortcomings ... none of which have safety considerations.
I suppose the good looking Enstrom is like an attractive lady ... terrific fun, but be prepared to open your wallet a lot.
Crash hat on standby for PC flack. (Go on Whirls ........)
Dennis K