We used to say that the SH3 didn't actually fly, it was so ugly that the Earth repelled it, others said that it just beat the air into submission.
As far as dangerous AC I think the Harrier had the more flight safety challenges and it is still difficult to fly.
The list of assets used to win battles and war is very long and growing daily.
It should also be noted that if it is designed to be dangerous to the enemy it is dangerous or as Rush has said in the past "a Tiger is a Tiger"
The Osprey is a fine addition to the Marines toolbox.
TT
Bump for later.