Meet the 130th Commander
Major Ray Phillips
Hello and welcome to the 130th Composite Squadron.
I am Squadron Commander Maj Ray Phillips. I assumed command on May 17, 2016. Before that I was Director of Finance for the Minnesota Wing for over three years. In addition, during my 17 year association with Civil Air Patrol, I have been a CAP pilot, CAP Orientation pilot, squadron finance officer, and squadron safety officer.
I am originally from California where I attended public school and college, received my general aviation flight training, and met and married my wife of 37 years. From California I joined the U.S. Navy and served in Air/Sea Rescue for six years during the Viet Nam War.
After separating from the Navy, I began building a career in aviation beginning with flight training in a small, two-seat Cessna, and ending the flight portion of my career as an Airbus captain in the airlines. I currently work at a training center in Eagan as an airline pilot instructor and examiner. In fact, I have recently published a free book on the subject of airline piloting which has also been adapted for CAP pilots.
My wife and I live in Farmington in a quiet, Rockwellesque neighborhood.
Having just completed two years of my three year tour as commander, I am humbled to be the leader of an award winning squadron of such excellent and capable seniors and cadets. As we look to the future we are in active pursuit of Excellence, Professionalism, and to have an Impact on our local community. In addition, we continue in our goals for Emergency services training, Aerospace education, and Character Development. We welcome all who wish to enjoy and contribute to our upward advancement.
Please feel free to reach me any time at 301-667-9652 or by email at skyrunner31958@gmail.com
Maj Ray Phillips, CAP
Commander
I am Squadron Commander Maj Ray Phillips. I assumed command on May 17, 2016. Before that I was Director of Finance for the Minnesota Wing for over three years. In addition, during my 17 year association with Civil Air Patrol, I have been a CAP pilot, CAP Orientation pilot, squadron finance officer, and squadron safety officer.
I am originally from California where I attended public school and college, received my general aviation flight training, and met and married my wife of 37 years. From California I joined the U.S. Navy and served in Air/Sea Rescue for six years during the Viet Nam War.
After separating from the Navy, I began building a career in aviation beginning with flight training in a small, two-seat Cessna, and ending the flight portion of my career as an Airbus captain in the airlines. I currently work at a training center in Eagan as an airline pilot instructor and examiner. In fact, I have recently published a free book on the subject of airline piloting which has also been adapted for CAP pilots.
My wife and I live in Farmington in a quiet, Rockwellesque neighborhood.
Having just completed two years of my three year tour as commander, I am humbled to be the leader of an award winning squadron of such excellent and capable seniors and cadets. As we look to the future we are in active pursuit of Excellence, Professionalism, and to have an Impact on our local community. In addition, we continue in our goals for Emergency services training, Aerospace education, and Character Development. We welcome all who wish to enjoy and contribute to our upward advancement.
Please feel free to reach me any time at 301-667-9652 or by email at skyrunner31958@gmail.com
Maj Ray Phillips, CAP
Commander
