ta Heli, I was looking at local HEMS / AA trips around an hour in total back to fuel. Able to lift crew of 3 plus casualty plus pax or attachment if need be - say 460kgs plus 150 for med kit. SPIFR a definate as things seem to be moving that way. The 135 / 902 / Grande should all cope with this. I was just after thoughts if you have flown any of these on toughness of machines, cabin sizes, loading level, wheels v skids, tail v notar, high head v droopy blades - the hands on thoughts. Is the speed difference important over 20 minute legs - say responding to HEMS?
412 seems to get big vote from those who have worked it. cheers