Phillip Cantrell

Phillip Cantrell is a seasoned aviation professional with extensive experience in both military and civilian capacities. Currently serving as a Developmental Test Pilot at Cruz Associates, Inc. since May 2020, Phillip previously held various roles within the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) from 2007 to May 2020, including Instrument Evaluator, Maintenance Test Pilot, and Instructor Pilot for the MH-60M (S-70). Phillip's military career commenced in the US Army from October 2004 to April 2007 as an H-60 (S-70) Pilot In Command. Academically, Phillip earned a Bachelor's degree in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and is a Master of Business Administration candidate with a focus on Project Management at Columbia Southern University. Additional qualifications include completion of specialized Army courses, enhancing both technical and instructional expertise in aviation.