Margins makes a good point - why do we naturally assume that UK Mil SAR :-
a) is the best there is
b) Knows everything and can learn nothing
c) Has always had the best aircraft for the job
It is time for many to wake up and smell the coffee!
SAR is conducted worldwide by Military & Civil Operators with many different aircraft types.
Lets face it the only reason AW189 and S92 were chosen was for range/payload.