Marc Nelson Ballif

Marc Nelson Ballif is an active FAA Designated Pilot Examiner who conducts practical tests out of McClellan, California, and Idaho Falls, Idaho. He is affiliated with Helimax Aviation, LLC, a heavy-lift helicopter operator based at McClellan Airfield, as well as Yellowstone Helicopters in Rigby, Idaho. Ballif administers private, commercial, instrument, ATP, and flight instructor checkrides in helicopters, and his testing authority includes Sikorsky S-61 type ratings. He also handles administrative certifications such as flight instructor renewals, second-in-command qualifications, and night vision goggle endorsements.