David Evan Ames - Commercial Pilot, Flight Instructor

David Ames is an FAA-certified pilot and flight instructor based in Mckenna, WA. David Evan Ames holds a Commercial Pilot certificate with Rotorcraft Helicopter and Instrument Helicopter ratings. This certificate includes type rating for the BV-107, 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. David holds a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate with Rotorcraft Helicopter and Instrument Helicopter ratings. 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 Second Class medical, valid through September 2026. The FAA airman records for David Ames are tracked and verified by AviatorDB.