There really is no such thing as "low end" operators. There is also also no
such thing as "high end" operators. There are just lots and lots of oil companies with lots and lots of platforms and they all watch the helicopter time like hawks. Whether you fly for BP or Joes
Budget Oil Co., it's all pretty much the same. There are older airframes
on contract, but there are a lot of nice newer L4's and 407's, too. You are
right: the contract makes the job. And it is damn hot in the summer.