The trouble with winches...
The trouble with winches, when fitted to civil helicopters is...
Can you afford to dedicate a helicopter to this role?
Despite the publicity most winches will require a licenced engineer to fit them - Have you got an engineer on-shift and a spare to replace a duff winch?
How many winches will you need to keep a serviceable winch on a serviceable helicopter?
Winches are governed by "Lifts" - most maintenance programs do not cover Lifts?
Who will attend specific Winch Maintenance Courses? Contract Engineers?
Who will turn the duff winches around quickly enough for you?
Who will pay for your winches? and finally...
Why?