Aviation Scholarships
With unprecedented demand for pilots, technicians, and crewmembers, now is a great time to enter aviation. The scholarships listed below can help you achieve your aviation goals.
AOPA Scholarships
AOPA Flight Training Scholarships can be used for flight training expenses in pursuit of a primary pilot certificate or advanced rating. In 2019, AOPA gave away more than $1 million in scholarships to high school students, teachers, and adults in flight training. See here for tips on making your application stand out.
Industry Scholarships
- Aero Club Foundation of Washington
- Air Force Association
- Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)
- General Aviation Manufacturers Association scholarships
- The LeRoy W. Homer Jr. Scholarships
- National Air Transportation Association (NATA)
- National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
- National Gay Pilots Association
- The Ninety-Nines
- Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals
- SMS-Pro Aviation Safety Scholarship
- University Aviation Association (UAA)
- Whirly Girls helicopter scholarships
- Women in Aviation, International
Regional Scholarships
- Aero Club of New England
- Alaska Airmen Association
- Debbie Franceus Memorial Aviation Foundation
- Montana Department of Transportation
Scholarship Updates
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