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*Awards, eligibility, and deadlines can change. Always verify the current application cycle on the sponsoring organization’s official website before applying.
The 1-26 Association supports eligible student glider pilots under 18 as they work toward a Private Pilot Glider rating.
Adapt to Fly was created to expand aviation access for people with disabilities who can meet the applicable operational and medical eligibility requirements.
AFA offers scholarships and education support for eligible Airmen, Guardians, spouses, dependents, educators, and future aerospace leaders.
A Museum of Flight scholarship described in Cleared for Takeoff for eligible Washington high-school students pursuing a Private Pilot Certificate.
The Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarship Fund supports qualified Ninety-Nines members pursuing advanced flight training, academic study, technical training, research, and specialized aviation goals.
AOPA Foundation scholarships support eligible members pursuing primary flight training, advanced certificates and ratings, aviation maintenance, and other aviation career pathways.
AOPA's current cycle offers flight-training awards for eligible high-school students preparing for a Private Pilot Certificate. Award details and requirements change by cycle, so confirm them on AOPA's official page before applying.
AOPA offers flight-training awards for eligible teachers using the AOPA High School Aviation STEM Curriculum. Current award amounts and requirements are published with each cycle.
The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation supports exceptional U.S. undergraduate STEM students who show significant research, creativity, leadership, and potential to advance science and technology. Students must be nominated by a participating university.
A Museum of Flight scholarship supporting young people as they work toward solo flight and a Private Pilot Certificate.
An AOPA donor-funded award supporting eligible women pursuing a primary pilot certificate or an advanced rating.
Cadet Wings is Civil Air Patrol’s merit-based pathway helping qualified cadets progress toward a Private Pilot Certificate through approved training and structured support.
This SSA scholarship supports pre-solo youth members with direct glider flight-training expenses and emphasizes commitment, a clear plan, community involvement, and mentoring.
This EAA scholarship supports eligible Air Academy alumni pursuing initial flight training. Current availability and requirements are listed in EAA’s active scholarship application.
EAA post-secondary scholarships support aviation-related college and technical study, including engineering, maintenance, air traffic control, aviation business, professional flight, and related STEM fields.
The Ray Aviation Scholarship is a merit-based flight-training program funded by the Ray Foundation, managed by EAA, and administered through local EAA chapters. Candidates work through a participating chapter rather than applying directly to the national program.
WomenSoar supports eligible women pursuing a sport or private pilot certificate or additional ratings while remaining active in the aviation community.
An AOPA donor-funded college award for eligible students pursuing careers such as aerospace engineering, professional flight, maintenance, instruction, or airport management.
An EAA scholarship created to support a pilot pursuing a flight-instructor certificate with plans to teach over the long term.
The Florence Coffy Gregory scholarship supports young women beginning or continuing flight training through EAA's scholarship program.
A Museum of Flight award described in Cleared for Takeoff for eligible high-school students age 16 and older pursuing a Private Pilot Certificate.
GAMA highlights scholarships and education opportunities for students pursuing aviation-related college, technical, flight, engineering, and business pathways.
An EAA scholarship associated with supporting Young Eagles as they pursue flight training, aviation education, or technical pathways. Availability and criteria may vary by cycle.
An EAA scholarship supporting fixed-wing training for eligible young adults who have completed their first solo flight.
An EAA scholarship supporting Young Eagles who want to continue into flight training. Current availability and exact criteria should be confirmed through EAA's active application.
An international scholarship intended to encourage women pilots in emerging-economy countries to pursue aviation careers that benefit their home countries. Confirm whether the award is active.
The foundation supports dedicated young people pursuing a Private Pilot Certificate independently rather than as part of a college aviation degree program.
Navigate Your Future supports an eligible high-school graduate continuing full-time undergraduate study in aviation.
NBAA Charities offers scholarships supporting business-aviation study, training, certification, and professional development.
The Amelia Earhart Memorial Academic Scholarship supports eligible members pursuing aviation or aerospace degrees.
The Amelia Earhart Memorial Flight Training Scholarship can fund an eligible member's additional pilot certificate, rating, or approved training course.
The Amelia Earhart Memorial Technical Training Scholarship supports eligible members completing aviation or aerospace technical training and certification.
An EAA flight-training scholarship described in Cleared for Takeoff for students who have already soloed and need help completing training.
The FLY program combines ground school, flight training, mentoring, and continued support for high-performing youth pursuing pilot certification.
Sling Pilot Academy periodically offers funding connected to its accelerated professional-pilot training programs. Confirm the current award and application terms directly.
Discover Soaring introduces young non-pilots to gliding through training credits and other awards sponsored through a participating U.S. soaring organization.
The Kolstad Award supports college-level academic study for accomplished young soaring pilots who demonstrate achievement, service, and strong educational and career goals.
The Stoffel award supports eligible pre-solo and post-solo young SSA members who are pursuing glider training.
First Wings provides milestone-based assistance to eligible Student Pilot members of The Ninety-Nines who are working toward their first pilot certificate.
A donor-funded AOPA scholarship described in Cleared for Takeoff for advanced pilot training, with preference historically given to aspiring professional and naval aviators.
This specialized Amelia Earhart Memorial award provides emergency-maneuver, spin, and introductory aerobatic training for an eligible licensed pilot member.
WAI members can apply for a broad annual portfolio of scholarships across flight, maintenance, engineering, dispatch, professional development, and other aviation fields.
The Mid Kolstad Scholarship supports eligible women age 25 or older pursuing a Private Glider Certificate or add-on glider rating. Award amounts and requirements are set for each WSPA cycle.
The Sky Ghost Scholarship supports a woman who is at least 15 by May 1 of the application year and under 25, pursuing glider training toward a private certificate. Award amounts and requirements are set for each WSPA cycle.
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