William P. Cutter founded Cutter Flying Service Inc., in 1928 to serve a fledgling aviation community. The company survived the Great Depression, and, at the outbreak of World War II, became major pilot training facility for the United States military. In addition to basic flight training, many pilots were trained for glider operations, and the U.S. Navy designated Cutter as a Naval Aerobatics School.

In 1947, the company began its long-standing affiliation with Beech Aircraft Corporation. This move only seemed natural. A quality product was now represented by a quality organization. From the time our first Beechcraft airplane was delivered, our company became — and continues to be —synonymous with Beechcraft, a Raytheon company.

Cutter Aviation, Inc., first opened its doors in Phoenix in 1959. Our El Paso facility opened in 1982, our Deer Valley facility opened in 1997, our San Antonio facility opened in 1998, and our Dallas facility opened in 2002. The Phoenix, Deer Valley, Albuquerque, and Dallas facilities are full-service, fixed- base operations, and El Paso provides line services for transient aircraft. San Antonio and Dallas offer aircraft and part sales as well as maintenance capabilities. Together, they deliver exceptional Raytheon sales and service expertise.

With our legacy of experience and innovation, Cutter is far more than just a name on a business. The Cutter team is a group of dedicated individuals who are devoted to serving the aviation community. We are people working together to maintain the quality of the products and services we offer under the Cutter banner. We are people who care greatly about what we do and how well they do it.

The Cutter philosophy is based on Tradition, Respect and Integrity. These core values have kept Cutter at the forefront of the business aviation community since 1928 – and they will continue to guide us for many years to come.

Mission
We will grow, nurture, and support our people, clients and communities. We will do so in a professional environment that is challenging, fun, and rewarding.

Vision
We will be the premier leader and provider of award winning aviation services chosen by customers, employees, and suppliers. Cutter Aviation, where customers are friends and employees are family.

Purpose
Customer: Earn respect and create lasting friendships by providing the ultimate service experience so that customers enjoy the pleasure of safe flying.

Employees: Cutter provides a better way of life. We create an enjoyable, progressive work environment and an opportunity for developing personal skills, career growth, and financial security for your family. Where excellent work is recognized and appreciated.

Values
Integrity
Honesty (Trust)
Family
Health
Prosperity
Friendship
Forgiveness
Respect
Personal Growth
Stewardship