Matthew Thomas Bates - Commercial Pilot, Mechanic, Ground Instructor

Matthew Bates is an FAA-certified pilot, aircraft mechanic, and ground instructor based in Springfield, VA. Matthew Thomas Bates holds a Commercial Pilot certificate with Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL), Instrument Airplane, and Glider ratings. A Commercial Pilot certificate authorizes the holder to fly aircraft for compensation or hire, including charter flights, aerial photography, banner towing, cargo operations, and other commercial aviation activities. Commercial certification requires a minimum of 250 hours of flight time. Matthew holds an Airframe mechanic certificate. An Airframe mechanic certificate authorizes the holder to inspect, maintain, and repair aircraft structures, including the fuselage, wings, control surfaces, landing gear, and associated systems such as hydraulics and electrical. Matthew holds a Ground Instructor certificate. This certificate authorizes the holder to provide ground training for pilot certification and endorsements. Their most recent FAA medical certificate is a Third Class medical, valid through May 2027. The FAA airman records for Matthew Bates are tracked and verified by AviatorDB.