James Hineline

James Hineline is an experienced professional in the aerospace field, currently serving as an Experimental Test Pilot and Test Pilot Instructor at Calspan Corporation since November 2021. Prior to this role, Hineline worked as an Autonomy Flight Test and Operations Analyst at The Perduco Group, contributing to the USAF Skyborg program. Hineline's extensive background includes significant leadership positions at Naval Air Systems Command, where responsibilities included overseeing key test and evaluation operations. Throughout a distinguished military career with the US Navy, Hineline held various roles such as Air Boss aboard the USS Ronald Reagan and Commanding Officer of Training Squadron 22. Hineline possesses a Master's degree in Global Leadership from the University of San Diego and a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Florida.