AD 59-05-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus Helicopters | SE 3130-Alouette II | Airworthiness Directives; Sud Aviation Models All Alouette II SE 3130 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Binding between the uniball bearing and oilite bearings at the main rotor swash plate.
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Required Actions
Replace oilite bearings Sud Aviation P/N 68.10.009 and spacer P/N 68.10.010 with new oilite bearings P/N 68.10.014, spacer P/N 68.10.012, shim P/N 68.10.013, spacer P/N 68.10.012, shim P/N 68.10.013, spacer P/N 68.10.011. Lubricate the assembly every five hours with Mil. L.644A oil. Accomplish modifications in Republic Aviation Service Bulletins 3.45-1 and 8.10-3 if not already done.
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Compliance Time
As soon as possible but not later than May 1, 1959.
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Affected Aircraft
All Alouette II SE 3130 Helicopters prior to serial number 1160 except serial number 1085.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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