Mark Patrick Mata - Commercial Pilot, Remote Pilot

Mark Mata is an FAA-certified pilot and remote pilot based in Huntsville, AL. Mark Patrick Mata holds a Commercial Pilot certificate with Rotorcraft Helicopter and Instrument Helicopter ratings. This certificate includes type rating for the S-70, authorizing the holder to serve as pilot in command of this aircraft type. 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. Mark holds a Remote Pilot certificate with Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) rating. A Remote Pilot certificate under 14 CFR Part 107 authorizes the holder to operate small unmanned aircraft systems (drones) weighing less than 55 pounds for commercial purposes, including aerial photography, surveying, inspections, and other professional applications. Their most recent FAA medical certificate is a Second Class medical, valid through February 2026. The FAA airman records for Mark Mata are tracked and verified by AviatorDB.