Original Message

Needs less hours: ATP is not required to be an SIC on an S-76, S-92, or AW-139.  Required for,every Part 121 FO.

Does not get paid more:  SiC pay on a fixed wing aircraft with nine seats is $33,000-46,000 per year, SIC on an S-76 is $65,000-72,000 per year

Does Not work less:  Most fixed wing pilot only get paid when flying and average 9-12 days off per month, offshore  helicopter pilots are mostly salaried getting paid regardless if they fly or not, and average 14 days off per month.