Ugly, well I don't think so.
Yes there are not many about as there used to be, but I have seen at least five for sale recently in Uk and France.
Noise: From what poeple tell me this is not really an issue any more, as there are so few in the Uk, the odd visit wouldn't cause any upset. Beside they are only as noisy as a larger twin and much less than a basic light helicopter that can be found at a good few quite coutry airfields.
As for alternatives ? Seneca V, you must be joking. Currently available 337's (non turbo) with full ifr fit etc. mid times engines and good p & i can be had for 40 K. Seneca V ? try double that, plus.
So still looking that info..........
