If want a TRUE utility machine then just go AS350B3+. There is NO other choices really for that role. As for SLB work (self loading baggage; PAX) its great, all forward facing seats, good view from all positions, no broom closet, no vomit seats, roomy & heaps of locker space for the SLB's stuff. As for maintenance, Eurocopter are waking up, they are rapidly changing their support & spares services, yes it may take a long time to catch up to Bell's outstanding support, but they are working on it. VF
Last edited by Vertical Freedom; 27th Feb 2011 at 03:10.