Joel Jefferson May - Commercial Pilot, Flight Instructor

Joel May is an FAA-certified pilot and flight instructor based in Stony Brook, NY. Joel Jefferson May 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. Joel holds a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate with Rotorcraft Helicopter rating. A Certified Flight Instructor certificate authorizes the holder to provide flight training to student and certificated pilots, including ground and flight instruction, solo endorsements, practical test endorsements, and biennial flight reviews. Their most recent FAA medical certificate is a Third Class medical, valid through April 2030. The FAA airman records for Joel May are tracked and verified by AviatorDB.