206 or 120?
Well, I for one started with the basic opinion that the 206 is an old and dull helicopter. I changed my mind after about 25 hours on type. I only have a test ride in the EC120 but a type rating is on the horizon.
I guess there are a great number of 206's out there and it is definately a solid work-horse with a very good track record. From what I gather, it will give you about the same performance as the EC120, and for being from about 1964, it's a good looking helicopter - sort of the basic incarnation of the term helicopter itself.
I would spend my money on the Bell for the simple reason that it is cheaper, well established on the market, very reliable and always available.
Teetering rotors may have their disadvantages, but if you stay away from the dangerous conditions it can still be pretty fun to fly!
Greetings from up north,
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