Here are a few photos of EI-ILS.
Chunky-looking rear view mirror.
Underside of tailboom with various refinements.
All four skid legs have these tie-down points.
The fuselage underside is well tricked-out as well. Also of interest are the protective guards on the small aerial and ice detectors (at least that's what I think they are).
The cockpit. This heli is SPIFR, I'm told, but I'm sure someone can confirm it from this photo. All looks very confusing when you're used to flying Robbies!
It looks like a well-equipped helicopter for both lighthouse support work and the other duties it will be put to by Irish Helicopters. I know they are very pleased with this machine and are looking forward to exploiting the capabilities of this helicopter. As regards the BO-105s, there are no immediate plans to dispose of either of them just yet. Thanks to Ian and Alan at Irish Helicopters for the opportunity to take these photos.
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