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Gary Wayne Franks

Bolivar, Mo
CPLC/CE-500C/LR-JETNo reviews yet
1 of 1,055 commercial pilots in Missouri
Among the top 10% most senior commercial pilots in Missouri
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Career Highlights

  • Holds Commercial Pilot certificate — qualified to fly for compensation
  • Type-rated in 2 aircraft including C/CE-500, C/LR-JET
  • Holds Second-Class FAA medical certificate

Aircraft Registered to This Address2 aircraft

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N77GWCessna O-2a
Fixed Wing Multi Engine • 2× reciprocating • 6 seats
N974CACessna 172m
Fixed Wing Single Engine • 1× 4 cycle • 4 seats

Nearby Airports

Nearest airport
M17Bolivar Muni
Bolivar, MO
3.8mi

Distances calculated from the centroid of Bolivar, MO.

Estimated Flight Hoursestimate

250–1,500
hours

Commercial certificate requires 250 hours minimum (190 under Part 141). Range reflects entry-level commercial through pre-ATP totals. This is an estimate; the pilot can override by claiming the profile and reporting actual logged hours. Pilots holding commercial pilot certificates typically log within this range, but individual totals vary widely.

Certificates & Ratings

Commercial - Pilot
C/ASELC/AMELC/INSTAC/HEL
C/CE-500C/LR-JET
Unmanned Aircraft (UAS)
U/SUAS
Mechanic
M/AIRFRM/POWER

Medical Certificate

Class
Second Class
Issue Date
Apr 1, 2024
Expiration
Apr 1, 2025

Medical certificate dates are sourced from the FAA Airmen Certification Database and are for informational purposes only.

Certification Summary

Gary Wayne Franks holds a Commercial certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and is based in Bolivar, Missouri. Gary Wayne Franks holds type ratings in the C/CE-500, C/LR-JET. This pilot holds a second-class medical certificate.

About Commercial Pilot Certificates

A Commercial Pilot certificate allows the holder to be compensated for flying. Commercial pilots must have at least 250 hours of flight time and pass both a knowledge test and a practical exam. This certificate is required for careers including charter flying, aerial photography, banner towing, and crop dusting under 14 CFR Part 61.

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FAA registry data last refreshed April 2026.