I feel like you're not taking this seriously.

But the Chinook would be sweet for the BBI.... think we could fit a fuel cash and the CH47 in Lot 4?

Never really consider a piston driven heli.... operating costs are lower and so is overhaul. the R44 is atleast as fast as a 206.... hmm.

But three seats... hmm... I mean, I probably only have 2...

https://www.avbuyer.com/articles/jets-comparison/airbus-as350-b3-versus-bell-206l-4-69360

this is an interesting comparison on of the AS350-B3 vs a 206L - 4.

any other contenders out there, ...

AS350 is powered by an Arriel engine, whereas the AS355 runs on Allison. The guy I know who turns the wrenches says he would take 1 Arriel over 2 Allison any day. I think you are right, the theroy of...

twin engine twin pilot, jesus. Pretty much every heli op around he runs single engine. AS350 is super common for that application.

But your points about pilot experience and unestablished LZ's...

If I could find one pilot who would work for peanuts, i could probably size down to a 4 seater.

but that's a question for my finance guy.

Lots of low hour bros looking to bank some stick time around here. I got two on tap so they can switch out between laps. Basically just have to buy these guys lunch.

I just hope they can work the...

I probably won't be banging out heli laps of Denali anyway .... 206L is a great economy option. I just worry about the maintenance costs with an older model.



Ownership, for exclusive winter...

time to get a new heli, this season isn't shaping up the way I had hoped and as you all know, the best way to the goods is by air.

Been looking at some used Eurocopter AS350's (now Airbus125). ...