SansA
Could the external straps not just be a response to proposed upping of the max gross weight? EC did something similar with the 225.
Sea Rose Incident
Is it correct he CFD will not couple in roll or pitch if selected at below 50 kts?
I've heard that at least one of the crew is no longer with Cougar. I hope this is not true, but if so this brings the following from the TSB report into their 2009 crash into question.
Cougar Helicopters promotes a non-punitive, "just culture" within its organization as per industry recommended best practices for establishing an effective safety management system. Employees are encouraged to report any safety issue, even if it involves a personal mistake, knowing that they will not be penalized for an unintentional error.