Comparing the as350 to the 407
350 has more baggage space, two side & one rear lockers (407 has one rear)
More comfort for pax in the 350 (you don't have to face backwards and intertwine your legs).
You are all in the same room so to speak in the 350, the 407 is the same layout as the 206, you are separated from the rear pax, could be good if you want to get away from the kids, but I don't like it, can't see if every one is buckled in or behaving.
The 350 seats are more comfortable in my opinion, 407 has no lumber support.
The 407 is a little faster, but how much of a hurry are you in anyway?
From what I hear, the EC120 is under powered, well they are a sporty looking comparison to the 206 power wise.
My choice would be the AS350BA, sure you could get a B2 OR B3 but a BA would do you fine, if it is within your budget.
You can get a double front pax seat if you needed to seat 6 pax.
Just my observations and opinions.
oh, for starting I guess the 407 and B3 would be the easiest as they pretty much start them selves with a flick of the switch, you have to modulate the BA,B2, but it's a no brainer really.
Last edited by skidbiter2; 13th Dec 2007 at 23:34.