It's almost as if Bristow weren't expecting to win lot 2 - they seem to have been behind the drag curve all the way.
Yes I see your logic there capt fantastic.
It would have been much better if bond had won lot 2 then they would be bringing in the much superior........AW189!
Or CHC who bid with the world beating and 20% betterer.........AW189!
Maybe, just maybe the issue here is one of certification problems. Who's fault is that? AW, EASA, CAA, UK Gov? Or maybe all or none of the above and it's just process? Bit harsh to lay it at Bristow door though?! But where would the fun in crab's world be you couldn't stretch the truth a little ;-).