Christopher Ryan Balthis - Private Pilot, Ground Instructor, Remote Pilot

Christopher Balthis is an FAA-certified pilot, remote pilot, and ground instructor based in Roanoke, VA. Christopher Ryan Balthis holds a Private Pilot certificate with Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL) and Instrument Airplane ratings. A Private Pilot certificate authorizes the holder to fly aircraft for personal and recreational purposes, carry passengers, and share operating expenses. Private pilots may not fly for compensation or hire. Christopher 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. Christopher 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 July 2024. The FAA airman records for Christopher Balthis are tracked and verified by AviatorDB.