Helicopters have got to be one of man’s greatest engineering feats. Jets are great, but you need a multi-million dollar runway for takeoff and landing along with a bunch of other expensive complications. Helicopters, on the other hand, can operate from atop a corporate headquarters building in the middle of a crowded city, delivering unbeatable convenience and a killer view to boot. Our “Best Of” medium helicopter picks take transporting executives and other VIPs to new heights by providing a level of luxury and comfort you simply can’t find in one of those loud and cramped two- or four seat light helicopters. They’ll make you feel like a rock star, or Donald Trump.
If you’re looking for a high-flying helicopter that can take you to remote areas, then climb aboard the Eurocopter AS 350B3. This medium-sized helicopter is the high performance version of the highly popular AS 350 that’s world renowned for its safety record and low operating costs. Powered by the Turbomecca Arriel 2B turbine engine, the AS 350B3 features a high climb rate (1,575 ft./min.) and large load capacity (over 3,000 lbs.) that makes this “Best Of” perfect for mountainous areas and o... FULL REVIEW
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Top executives know that business can’t stop just because you’re traveling. Indeed, sometimes it’s necessary to take the boardroom with you, and that’s entirely possible aboard the Sikorsky S-76++ medium helicopter. It would be impossible to have a normal business discussion aboard most helicopters where headphones are needed just to be heard. Not so with the seven-seat Sikorsky S-76++, a thoughtfully designed upgrade of the S-76 that has long set the gold standard for VIP helicopter transp... FULL REVIEW
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There is a place and purpose for everything. It’s why we have compact cars and large SUVs to choose from, and why multi-passenger, medium-sized “Best Of” helicopters like the Bell 429 exist. The Bell 429 is like an SUV in the air with seating for eight passengers (plus crew) in a variety of seating arrangements. The Bell 429’s intermediate-class cabin with large flat floor makes it a popular choice for medical transport duty and other missions that need optimal access. Optional wheeled lan... FULL REVIEW
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