Didn't want to start a new thread, so apologies for the bump:
On the subject of offshore flying - what SE is mandatory for the crew to wear?
I know for military flying a goon suit is required when the sea temp. is below 15 degrees (10 degrees for the crabs I think), in addition to the aircrew helmet and fireproof coveralls. Wearing of thermals underneath is also recommended.
I know that it's not military flying, but the environment you're flying over remains the same, irrespective of the colours you wear, and is not known for being hospitable.
I'm not being critical of those flying the rig routes, just wondering why there exists this different outlook on SE.