# Aerospatiale SA316B ALOUETTE III

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 8680515
- Manufacturer (registry): AEROSPATIALE
- Model: SA316B ALOUETTE III
- Aircraft type: Rotorcraft
- Category: Rotorcraft
- Engines: 1 · Turbo-shaft
- Seats: 7
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 93 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS H1IN](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/H1IN) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Airbus Helicopters
- Registered aircraft: 2
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/aerospatiale-sa316b-alouette-iii

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [AD 2023-11-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-11-07): Ground Proximity System · Airbus Helicopters 47, 206, 210 and 237 more. Effective Jun 22, 2023
- [AD 2012-23-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-23-03): Tail Rotor Drive System · Airbus Helicopters SA 3180-Alouette Astazou, SA 318B-Alouette Astazou, SA 318C-Alouette Astazou and 5 more. Effective Dec 31, 2012
- [AD 2010-02-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-02-07): Main rotor blade (blade) · Airbus Helicopters SA.315B Alouette III, SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III and 2 more. Effective Feb 12, 2010
- [AD 2002-20-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-20-03): Ferry fuel tank (tank) electrostatic ground connector · Airbus Helicopters AS-365N2, AS-365N3, AS332C and 24 more. Effective Nov 6, 2002
- [AD 2002-01-30](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-01-30): Main Gearbox Magnet Plug · Airbus Helicopters SA 3180-Alouette Astazou, SA 318B-Alouette Astazou, SA 318C-Alouette Astazou and 7 more. Effective Feb 19, 2002
- [AD 2001-18-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-18-51): Main Gearbox Assembly · Airbus Helicopters SA 3180-Alouette Astazou, SA 318B-Alouette Astazou, SA 318C-Alouette Astazou and 5 more. Effective Oct 31, 2001
- [AD 2001-04-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-04-13): Main Rotor Blade Spar · Airbus Helicopters SA.315B Alouette III, SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III and 2 more. Effective Apr 16, 2001
- [AD 2000-10-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-10-05): Flotation Gear Nitrogen Cylinders · Airbus Helicopters SA330F, SA330G, SA330J and 6 more. Effective Jun 29, 2000
- [AD 2000-05-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-05-11): Tail Rotor Blades · Airbus Helicopters SA 3180-Alouette Astazou, SA 318B-Alouette Astazou, SA 318C-Alouette Astazou and 7 more. Effective Mar 24, 2000
- [AD 99-21-25](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-21-25): Main Gear Box Magnetic Plug for Metal Particles Inspection · Airbus Helicopters SA.315B Alouette III, SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III and 2 more. Effective Oct 29, 1999
- [AD 99-08-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-08-06): Main Rotor Blade Root Reinforcement Strip · Airbus Helicopters SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III, SA.319B Alouette III and 1 more. Effective Apr 22, 1999
- [AD 99-05-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-05-14): Main Rotor Blade Cuff Attachment Fitting · Airbus Helicopters SA.315B Alouette III, SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III and 2 more. Effective Apr 7, 1999
- [AD 98-24-23](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-24-23): Horizontal Stabilizer · Airbus Helicopters SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III, SA.319B Alouette III and 1 more. Effective Dec 10, 1998
- [AD 98-16-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-16-02): Tail Rotor Blade · Airbus Helicopters SA 3180-Alouette Astazou, SA 318B-Alouette Astazou, SA 318C-Alouette Astazou and 7 more. Effective Sep 4, 1998
- [AD 93-23-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-23-04): Install VNE Placard · RMH Development, Inc. Replacement Main Rotor Blades (Phlight of Phancy STC SH778GL). Effective Feb 17, 1994
- [AD 88-12-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-12-11): Main Drive Shaft · Airbus Helicopters SA 3180-Alouette Astazou, SA 318B-Alouette Astazou, SA 318C-Alouette Astazou and 5 more. Effective May 20, 1988
- [AD 84-01-03 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/84-01-03-R1): 'A' Frame Support Assemblies · Airbus Helicopters SA.315B Alouette III, SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III and 2 more. Effective Apr 25, 1987
- [AD 81-06-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-06-04): Transmission Deck & Bellcrank Support · Airbus Helicopters SA 318B-Alouette Astazou, SA 318C-Alouette Astazou, SA.315B Alouette III and 4 more. Effective Mar 20, 1981
- [AD 81-03-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-03-04): Main Gearshaft · Airbus Helicopters SA.315B Alouette III, SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III and 1 more. Effective Mar 12, 1981
- [AD 77-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-14-03): Tail Rotor Directional Control · Airbus Helicopters SA.316B Alouette III and SE.3160 Alouette III. Effective Aug 1, 1977
- [AD 76-18-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-18-02): Tail Rotor Controls · Airbus Helicopters SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III, SA.319B Alouette III and 1 more. Effective Sep 29, 1976
- [AD 75-27-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-27-05): Main Rotor Blades · Airbus Helicopters SA 3180-Alouette Astazou, SA 318C-Alouette Astazou, SA.315B Alouette III and 6 more. Effective Jan 19, 1976
- [AD 75-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-26-02): Main Rotor Head · Airbus Helicopters SA.315B Alouette III, SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III and 2 more. Effective Dec 23, 1975
- [AD 75-24-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-24-14): Excessive Vibration · Airbus Helicopters SA 3180-Alouette Astazou, SA 318B-Alouette Astazou, SA 318C-Alouette Astazou and 7 more. Effective Oct 30, 1975
- [AD 75-22-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-22-21): Main Gear Boxes · Airbus Helicopters SA.316B Alouette III. Effective Oct 30, 1975
- [AD 75-21-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-21-03): Tail Boom · Airbus Helicopters SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III, SA.319B Alouette III and 1 more. Effective Oct 20, 1975
- [AD 75-16-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-16-06): Tail Rotor Gear Box · Airbus Helicopters SA 3180-Alouette Astazou, SA 318B-Alouette Astazou, SA 318C-Alouette Astazou and 6 more. Effective Jul 28, 1975
- [AD 73-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-09-03): Main Rotor Gear Box · Airbus Helicopters SA.315B Alouette III, SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III and 1 more

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 2021-23-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-23-13) (historical): Ground Proximity System · Airbus Helicopters K-225, K-190A, K-240 and 237 more. Effective Dec 9, 2021
- [AD 2003-15-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-15-51) (historical): Main rotor blade (blade) · Airbus Helicopters SA.315B Alouette III, SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III and 2 more. Effective Sep 12, 2003
- [AD 98-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-10-09) (historical): Blade Spar for Crack Inspection · Eurocopter France SA.315B Alouette III, SA.316B Alouette III, SA.316C Alouette III and 2 more. Effective Sep 15, 1998

## Registered aircraft (2)

- [N316TX](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N316TX): [Rosenberg Adrian](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROSENBERG%20ADRIAN), [Laupahoehoe, HI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/HI/Laupahoehoe), S/N 2191
- [N67081](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N67081): [International Air Services Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INTERNATIONAL%20AIR%20SERVICES%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Carson City, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Carson%20City), S/N 2184

## NTSB investigations (21)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB LAX98TA278](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX98TA278), Aug 27, 1998: Aerospatiale SA316B (N605RA), Porterville, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate in-flight clearance between the bucket and trees resulting in the entanglement/separation of the long line and subsequent impact with and separation of the…
- [NTSB LAX94LA311](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA311), Aug 10, 1994: Aerospatiale SA316B (N981CF), Stateline, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: the failure of the pilot to maintain the proper rate of descent during the vertical descent into the landing zone, which resulted in a hard landing. Factors in the accident were high density altitude…
- [NTSB FTW93LA203](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW93LA203), Jul 4, 1993: Aerospatiale SA316B (N3154Y), Snyder, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: FAILURE OF THE PILOT IN COMMAND TO PROPERLY COMPENSATE FOR WIND CONDITIONS RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL THROUGH LOSS OF TAIL ROTOR AUTHORITY. FACTORS WERE HIGH WINDS, HIGH DENSITY…
- [NTSB DEN93FA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN93FA038), Apr 1, 1993: Aerospatiale SA316B (N3153R), Aspen, CO, destroyed, 3 fatal. Probable cause: FAILURE OF THE FLIGHT CONTROL LOWER MIXING UNIT DUE TO FATIGUE, WHICH RESULTED IN THE LOSS OF CONTROL.
- [NTSB LAX92FA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92FA054), Nov 28, 1991: Aerospatiale SA 316B (N146RM), Bridgeport, CA, destroyed, 4 fatal. Probable cause: FAILURE OF THE HELICOPTER'S TAIL ROTOR DRIVE SHAFT AND DRIVE SHAFT BEARING DUE TO UNDETERMINED REASON(S).
- [NTSB SEA91LA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA028), Dec 3, 1990: Aerospatiale SA316B (N316BS), Vernal, UT, destroyed. Probable cause: A MALFUNCTION/FAILURE OF THE HELICOPTER'S MAIN ROTOR LEAD-LAG DAMPER.
- [NTSB DEN90FA172](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90FA172), Aug 20, 1990: Aerospatiale SA316B (N83776), Meeteetse, WY, destroyed. Probable cause: A MAIN ROTOR HEAD BLADE DAMPENER FAILURE. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS THE SUBSEQUENT FAILURE OF A BLADE RESTRAINING CABLE.
- [NTSB DEN87LA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN87LA189), Jul 19, 1987: Aerospatiale SA316B (N48184), Red Lodge, MT, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA85FA191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA85FA191), Jun 13, 1985: Aerospatiale SA316B (N49550), Silver Springs, FL, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX85FA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX85FA126), Jan 30, 1985: Aerospatiale SA316B (N67081), Galt, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN85IA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN85IA025), Nov 11, 1984: Aerospatiale SA-316 Alouette (N9362), Oak City, UT, incident, minor damage
- [NTSB DEN85LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN85LA020), Oct 26, 1984: Aerospatiale SA316B (N8624), Lima, MT, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN84LA282](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN84LA282), Sep 5, 1984: Aerospatiale 316B Alouette III (N8266), Cokeville, WY, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN84LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN84LA168), Jun 3, 1984: Aerospatiale SA316B (N4997A), Alcova, WY, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN82DA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN82DA130), Jul 8, 1982: Aerospatiale SA316B (N67081), Meeteetse, WY, destroyed
- [NTSB FTW81IA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW81IA103), Jun 9, 1981: Aerospatial SE3160 (N605RA), Ruidoso, NM, incident, minor damage
- [NTSB LAX81DVA22](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX81DVA22), Feb 13, 1981: Aerospatle S316B (N48184), Dinky Creek, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN81FTM07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN81FTM07), Jan 22, 1981: Aerospatle SA316B (N10364), Coalville, UT, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW81FRA02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW81FRA02), Oct 13, 1980: Alouette SA316B (N35928), Houston, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA73AS019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA73AS019), Jan 19, 1973: Alouette III (N9703), Clarkston, WA, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW73FRD02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW73FRD02), Aug 8, 1972: S.N.I.A.S SA316B (N5957), St.Martinville, LA, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (24)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Accident 19980827022279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980827022279A), Aug 27, 1998: Aerosp SA316B (N605RA), Porterville, CA, Substantial damage. (.19)On August 27, 1998, at 1545 hours pacific daylight time, an aerospatiale SA316B, N605RA, operated by the U.S. Department of the interior, sustained…
- [Accident 19940809021129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940809021129A), Aug 9, 1994: Aerosp SA316B (N981CF), Stateline, NV, Substantial damage. High descent rate to parking lot partily arrested. Bounced. Damaged.became airborne. Spun down embankment into creek
- [Accident 19930704025859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930704025859A), Jul 4, 1993: Aerosp SA316B (N3154Y), Snyder, TX, Substantial damage. During long line external load ops helicopter descended to impact after dropping load. Setting with power possible.
- [Accident 19930401007749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930401007749A), Apr 1, 1993: Aerosp SA316B (N3153R), Aspen, CO, Destroyed, 3 fatal. Flying low. Lost control. Descended into trees. Fatigue failure lower mix in g unit and cracked upper control unit.
- [Incident 19930220002889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930220002889I), Feb 20, 1993: Aerosp SA315B (N607RM), Salt Lake City, UT, Minor damage. Engine flame out after takeoff. Autoratation to field. Suspect ice clogged fuel filter.
- [Accident 19911127053719A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19911127053719A), Nov 27, 1991: Aerosp SA316B (N146RM), Bridgeport, CA, Destroyed, 4 fatal. En route tail rotor drive shaft broke in two places. Main rotors chopped tail in spin prior to inverted crash.
- [Accident 19901203052389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901203052389A), Dec 3, 1990: Aerosp SA316B (N316BS), Vernal, UT, Destroyed. Vibration in cyclic. Elected to land in clearing. Lost rotor RPM. Spun prior impact. Suspect rotor blade dampers.
- [Accident 19900819034069A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900819034069A), Aug 19, 1990: Aerosp SA316B (N83776), Meeteetse, WY, Destroyed. Vibration and cylic began slamming around. Made hard out of control landing. Suspect main rotor dampner failure.
- [Incident 19880808047099I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880808047099I), Aug 8, 1988: Aerosp SA316B (N607RM), Denver, CO, Minor damage. On rescue operation on mountain, helicopter toed into hillside to load passengers. Found main rotor blade damaged.
- [Accident 19870719041159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870719041159A), Jul 19, 1987: Aerosp SA316B (N48184), Red Lodge, MT, Substantial damage. The helicopter was blown over by gusty winds.
- [Accident 19850613069839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850613069839A), Jun 13, 1985: Aerosp SA316B (N49550), Silver Spring, FL, Substantial damage. While attempting to go around weather at night and at low altitude struck trees. Safe landing. Bubble broken.
- [Accident 19850130001409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850130001409A), Jan 30, 1985: Aerosp SA315B (N67081), Galt, CA, Substantial damage. Lost tail rotor control, hit in left turn, rolled onto side. Tail rotor gearbox attachment bolts sheared, missing.
- [Incident 19841111075702I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19841111075702I), Nov 11, 1984: Aerosp SA316B (N9362), Oak City, UT, Minor damage. Upper left section of cockpit was hit in flight by N5785VS main rotor blade tip. Landed safely.
- [Accident 19841026058899A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19841026058899A), Oct 26, 1984: Aerosp SA316B (N8624), Lima, MT, Substantial damage. Lost control of helicopter trying to land in severe gusty surface winds. Tail spun into a sand pile on touchdown.
- [Accident 19840905051679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840905051679A), Sep 5, 1984: Aerosp SA316B (N8266), Cokeville, WY, Substantial damage. Rotation started during hover on autorotation at airport. Tail skid contacted runway, tail rotor cable failed.
- [Accident 19840603024739A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840603024739A), Jun 3, 1984: Aerosp SA316B (N4997A), Alcova, WY, Substantial damage. Pilot lost directional control, aircraft yawed and rolled left on its nose.
- [Accident 19820707029459A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820707029459A), Jul 7, 1982: Aerosp SA316B (N67081), Meeteetse, WY, Destroyed. Long line attached to helicopter caught on fence causing crash during approach for landing.
- [Incident 19811009077509I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19811009077509I), Oct 9, 1981: Aerosp SA316B (N9002G), Denver, CO. Engine failed in cruise due to ingestion of hospital towel, during prior evacuation of hospital patient.
- [Incident 19810623052439I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810623052439I), Jun 23, 1981: Aerosp SA316B (N4995E), Mira Mesa, CA, Minor damage. Za unlatched access door tore off in flight. Mechanic failed to fasten. Pilot failed to check.
- [Incident 19810609071879I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810609071879I), Jun 9, 1981: Aerosp SE3160 (N605RA), Ruidoso, NM, Minor damage. Helicopter settled back into ground after takeoff. Possible density altitude problem.
- [Accident 19810213004029A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810213004029A), Feb 13, 1981: Aerosp SA316B (N48184), Dinkey Creek, CA, Substantial damage. Lost control of helicopter during takeoff hover. Reported malfuncton in controls. None found.
- [Accident 19810122001389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810122001389A), Jan 22, 1981: Aerosp SA316B (N10364), Coalville, UT, Substantial damage. Lost tail rotor control on landing hover. Hit wires and fence. Found tail rotor stack bearing failure.
- [Accident 19801013049729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19801013049729A), Oct 13, 1980: Aerosp SA316B (N35928), Houston, TX, Substantial damage. Heard pop. Landed on helipad, helicopter rolled over with no control response. Suspect rotor mount broke.
- [Accident 19730119000429A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730119000429A), Jan 19, 1973: Aerosp SE3160 (N9703), Clarkston, WA, Substantial damage. Attempted tkof from sloping terrain with depressed r gr oleo strut in winds gusting to 30K.

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (43)

Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has.

- [STC SH3319NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH3319NM): Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the Landing /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,. Precise Flight Inc
- [STC SR02704SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02704SE): Installation and maintenance of the Sunspot 36 and 46 series lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC
- [STC SR00359BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00359BO): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SR02394AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02394AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or hover light bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting system. Seaplanes North LLC
- [STC SA2693NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2693NM): Installation of Electronics International digital volt/amp gauges and accessories. Electronics International Inc
- [STC SH778GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH778GL): Installation of RMH Development, Inc. Replacement Main Rotor Blades. Phlight of Phancy Corp
- [STC SR00122LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00122LA-D): Installation of Heli-Support, Inc.,/Aeroflo Dynamic air filters. Heli-Support Inc
- [STC SH1500NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1500NM): Installation of Airwest 316B skis, P/N 316-S1. Heli-Support Inc
- [STC SH6024NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH6024NM): Installation of mobile radio. Heli-Support Inc
- [STC SR00057DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00057DE): Installation of provisions for structural hardpoints for use in firefighting repelling operations. Heli-Support Inc
- [STC SR00120LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00120LA-D): Installation of Engine Air Induction Filters. Heli-Support Inc
- [STC SR00121LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00121LA-D): Installation for replacement starter/generator support bracket. Heli-Support Inc
- [STC SR00126LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00126LA-D): Installation of Digital Diamond J, Inc. T4 exhaust temperature indicator. Heli-Support Inc
- [STC SR00127LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00127LA-D): Installation of OAT Indicator. Heli-Support Inc
- [STC SA00680SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer. Electronics International
- [STC SH6039NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH6039NM): Intermixing of main rotor blades of the same part number. Heli-Support Inc
- [STC SR00811NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00811NY): Installation of Technisonic Industries Limited TFM-138 series transceiver models. Technisonic Industries Limited
- [STC SR01834NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01834NY): Installation of Globalstar Satellite Telephone System. Atlantic Avionics Inc
- [STC SH1243SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1243SW-D): Installation of Eastern Rotorcraft Cargo Hook and Swing. American Eurocopter Corporation
- [STC SH1307SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1307SW-D): Installation of Eastern Rotorcraft cargo hook and H-Frame. American Eurocopter Corporation
- [STC SH1318SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1318SW-D): Installation of cabin removable step. American Eurocopter Corporation
- [STC SH1320SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1320SW-D): Installation of external cargo baskets. American Eurocopter Corporation
- [STC SH1385SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1385SW-D): Replace existing landing light and anti-collision light. American Eurocopter Corporation
- [STC SH1471SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1471SW-D): Installation of engine inlet sound suppressors. American Eurocopter Corporation
- [STC SH2215SW-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH2215SW-D): Installation of abrasion resistant tape on main rotor blade leading edge. American Eurocopter Corporation
- [STC SH268NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH268NW): Installation of automatic flagman Model #5. R-S Sales Inc
- [STC SH2215SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH2215SW): Installation of abrasion resistant tape on main rotor blade leading edge. American Eurocopter Corporation
- [STC SA1626NM PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1626NM%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics Int'l Digital EGT/CHT Instruments and accessories. (201 Series). Electronics International
- [STC SH695NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH695NW): Installation of Model 2512 weighing system. Onboard Systems
- [STC SA4302NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4302NM): Installation of Electronics Int'l digital automatic engine analyzer. Electronics International
- [STC SH4173NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH4173NM): Installation of Simplex Model 7600 modular electrical system. (US ARMY OH-13E M74A). Simplex Manufacturing Company
- [STC SH71NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH71NW): Installation of electric weighing system. Onboard Systems
- [STC SH437NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH437NW): Installation of an electronic weighing system (for monitoring cargo weight). Measurement Systems Intl
- [STC SH168WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH168WE): Installation of Nightsun SC-16C searchlight. Spectrolab, Inc
- [STC SH223WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH223WE): Installation of tail rotor floodlight. DeVore Aviation Corporation of America, a New Mexico Corporation
- [STC SH752NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH752NW): Installation of a weighing system. Onboard Weighing Systems
- [STC SA1243SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1243SW): Eastern rotorcraft cargo hook AK25LT. Thales Avionics, Inc
- [STC SH647NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH647NW): Installation of cargo baskets. Inland Helicopters
- [STC SH155WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH155WE): Installation of battery temperature monitor system. K S Avionics, Inc
- [STC SH1900SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1900SW): Non-stowable litter kit. Thales Avionics, Inc
- [STC SH1490SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1490SW): AiResearch 92757 environmental control system. Thales Avionics, Inc
- [STC SH1800SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1800SW): Install reclining passenger seat in forward left hand position. Ward Intl Aircraft Service
- [STC SA1320SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1320SW): External cargo baskets. Thales Avionics, Inc

## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (103, first 50)

Current parts manufacturer approvals (PMA): parts the FAA has approved companies to make as replacements or modifications. Each record lists its models as free text; OpenAirDocs matched them to this model on its data sheet, so check the FAA record before relying on it. Newest first.

- [MDL TD 031851](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID178586471620250508133538.0001): VA-1A( )AndAccessories. Electronics International Inc · PMA PQ0088NM · Modification part · Apr 10, 2025
- [01-0790906-00](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID185663512620220610124253.0001): LED Landing Light. Whelen Aerospace Technologies · PMA PQ1372CE · Modification part · Jun 6, 2022
- [7DR1830M1-0](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/A3AD650295491BD58625825900505ADE.0001): Actuator, Rotary, DC. Sigma-Netics, Inc. · PMA PQ2054NE · Replaces 754909-13 · Feb 25, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-37-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E4561405E98A3DC08625822D006749E3.0001): Landing Light and Anti-Collision Light. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-55-4D-001 -2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E098D693DC266CC98625822D006749E9.0001): Engine Inlet Sound Suppressors. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-045-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D57511752CD02C518625822D00674A0B.0001): Support Assembly Non-Stowable Litter. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-55-4D-001 -12](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D56A1F11A2FD921B8625822D006749EC.0001): Engine Inlet Sound Suppressors. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-37-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C893B536CAAF12FF8625822D006749E2.0001): Landing Light and Anti-Collision Light. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-55-4D-001 -13](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C5C9C22858BF72D78625822D006749EE.0001): Engine Inlet Sound Suppressors. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-004-5](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BEB4CA25B73F937E8625822D006749BA.0001): Eastern Rotorcraft Corp. Cargo Hook. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-070-39](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/B506ECA6972B673D8625822D006749CF.0001): Removable Cabin Step. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-029-05](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/B1F374D70DF19BE88625822D006749CC.0001): E.R.C. Cargo Hook & H Frame. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-070-40](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/AD6A209F9F4412028625822D006749D2.0001): Removable Cabin Step. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-029-01](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/AB281F3BB0D180A18625822D006749CB.0001): E.R.C. Cargo Hook & H Frame. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-55-4D-001-11](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/A97ED7C937CF787A8625822D006749EB.0001): Engine Inlet Sound Suppressors. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-37-38-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/A6093C5F07C918648625822D006749E6.0001): Landing Light and Anti-Collision Light. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-045-3](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/9DB781DA5B34EAA38625822D00674A0D.0001): Support Assembly Non-Stowable Litter. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-004-6](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/9C7CC0E97FBBA3F28625822D006749BC.0001): Eastern Rotorcraft Corp. Cargo Hook. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-028-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/8BA25472B8D56BDF8625822D006749DA.0001): External Cargo Baskets. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-070-36](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/85820D9C4CBBF24A8625822D006749CD.0001): Removable Cabin Step. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-070-16](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/5C02AFCB214950258625822D006749D6.0001): Removable Cabin Step. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-55-4D-001-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/596E114340457C968625822D006749E8.0001): Engine Inlet Sound Suppressors. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-045-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/2C22EFA51AAF5A1C8625822D00674A0A.0001): Support Assembly Non-Stowable Litter. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-070-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/26F0A64B3916843E8625822D006749D3.0001): Removable Cabin Step. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-028-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/246B2450330B8E758625822D006749D8.0001): External Cargo Baskets. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [H60-73-3D-070-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/12288B9D2CF83E1A8625822D006749D5.0001): Removable Cabin Step. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. · PMA PQ0333SW · Modification part · Jan 16, 2018
- [87-05207-002](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4BE4BA39295AB01E862581760058C64D.0001): Assembly, Light, PAR 36 Taxi. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc · PMA PQ0786NE · Replaces 01-0771833-25 · Aug 1, 2017
- [87-05207-001](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4ACD6BDF5990D9C7862581760058C571.0001): Assembly, Light, PAR 36 Landing. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc · PMA PQ0786NE · Replaces 01-0771833-20 · Aug 1, 2017
- [01-0771424-25](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DFC8C9A036093F40862579EC00539710.0001): LED PAR36 Taxi Light. Whelen Engineering Co Inc · PMA PQ0610NE · Replaces 01-0771424-25 · Apr 10, 2012
- [01-0771424-20](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BD84CA0936FC287C862579EC0053969B.0001): LED PAR36 Landing Light. Whelen Engineering Co Inc · PMA PQ0610NE · Replaces 01-0771424-20 · Apr 10, 2012
- [01-0771424-10](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/3A8EEF8AE12997AF862579EC0053960D.0001): LED PAR36 Landing Light. Whelen Engineering Co Inc · PMA PQ0610NE · Replaces 01-0771424-10 · Apr 10, 2012
- [01-0771424-15](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/2788755BBBD7B122862579EC00539658.0001): LED PAR36 Taxi Light. Whelen Engineering Co Inc · PMA PQ0610NE · Replaces 01-0771424-15 · Apr 10, 2012
- [ABS-2009](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/69701CEB2B6729FE862578310076002B.0001): Temperature Sensor. Aircraft Battery Shop LLC · PMA PQ4009CE · Replaces Saft AI P/N 18652, 018652-000, Saft FR… · Jan 20, 2011
- [Model 301C](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/12307FA54484420A8525703F004A6140.0001): Outside Air Temperature Indicator. Davtron Inc · Modification part · Jun 20, 2004
- [128-351-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C7A4B9D45148878A852570440051E9DE.0001): PLACARD OAT SYSTEM. Heli-Support Inc · Modification part · May 26, 2004
- [128-351-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/B6E0E04B5A220C38852570440051E9DF.0001): PLACARD OAT SYSTEM. Heli-Support Inc · Modification part · May 26, 2004
- [128-034-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/3A9300D767D7E915852570440051E9DD.0001): SA316B OAT MOUNT. Heli-Support Inc · Modification part · May 26, 2004
- [L3160-100-01](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/2064C2B771E420A08525704A005D68DA.0001): Main Rotor Blade. Parts Manufacturing Associates LLC · Modification part · Mar 9, 2004
- [MDL 127-000](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F447A68B5ADDB6C585257044005A6B34.0001): T4 Exhaust Temperature Indicator. Heli-Support Inc · Modification part · Feb 12, 2004
- [All parts Listed on the Master Drawing List (MDL) No. 127-004](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/7A66A218F9AAAB46852570440057C89C.0001): Digital T4 Exhaust Temperature Indicator. Heli-Support Inc · Modification part · Nov 5, 2003
- [H60-73-3D-070-40](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F8025F31600EDE688525703C006CC2C0.0001): Removable Cabin Step. American Eurocopter LLC · Modification part · Aug 10, 2003
- [H60-73-3D-070-39](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F725C228FF37ED4D8525703C006CC2BC.0001): Removable Cabin Step. American Eurocopter LLC · Modification part · Aug 10, 2003
- [H60-73-004-5](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F2F368652AB4E3A48525703C006CC1E3.0001): Eastern Rotorcraft Corp. Cargo Hook. American Eurocopter LLC · Modification part · Aug 10, 2003
- [H60-73-3D-37-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E9FFCB7ABE0A63B78525703C006CC1F3.0001): Landing Light and Anti-Collision Light. American Eurocopter LLC · Modification part · Aug 10, 2003
- [H60-55-4D-001-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E53C0F04A0FDB00F8525703C006CC2B1.0001): Engine Inlet Sound Suppressors. American Eurocopter LLC · Modification part · Aug 10, 2003
- [H60-55-4D-001-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E4C3E537DF28BBEC8525703C006CC1E2.0001): Engine Inlet Sound Suppressors. American Eurocopter LLC · Modification part · Aug 10, 2003
- [H60-73-3D-045-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DA9B60C10E4950F18525703C006CC1E9.0001): Support Assembly Non-Stowable Litter. American Eurocopter LLC · Modification part · Aug 10, 2003
- [H60-73-3D-37-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D546CE43D3E480F88525703C006CC2C2.0001): Landing Light and Anti-Collision Light. American Eurocopter LLC · Modification part · Aug 10, 2003
- [H60-73-029-05](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D421AB29E83BEB638525703C006CC2B7.0001): E.R.C. Cargo Hook & "H" Frame. American Eurocopter LLC · Modification part · Aug 10, 2003
- [H60-73-3D-045-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D1705D52352971E88525703C006CC1EA.0001): Support Assembly Non-Stowable Litter. American Eurocopter LLC · Modification part · Aug 10, 2003

All of them: https://openairdocs.org/model/aerospatiale-sa316b-alouette-iii/pma.md

## The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

- [Sud SA316B ALOUETTE III](https://openairdocs.org/model/sud-sa316b-alouette-iii): 2 registered aircraft, registry code 8680207

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