Patrick David Padilla - Commercial Pilot, Mechanic

Patrick Padilla is an FAA-certified pilot and aircraft mechanic based in Buda, TX. Patrick David Padilla 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. Patrick holds an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanic certificate. An A&P certificate is the most comprehensive FAA mechanic certification, authorizing the holder to inspect, maintain, and repair both aircraft structures (fuselage, wings, control surfaces, landing gear) and engines (reciprocating, turbine, and turboprop powerplants). A&P mechanics are qualified to perform the broadest range of aircraft maintenance, including annual inspections when combined with an Inspection Authorization (IA). Their most recent FAA medical certificate is a First Class medical, valid through February 2026. The FAA airman records for Patrick Padilla are tracked and verified by AviatorDB.