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AOPA High School Flight Training

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.

Up to $12,000*Ages 16–18 · GPA and test requirements Verified against AOPA Foundation
OVERVIEW

What to Know

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.

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KEY DETAILS

What This Opportunity Offers

At least 90 awards of $12,000 in the current cycle

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High-school students ages 16–18

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Minimum 2.7 GPA

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FAA Private Pilot knowledge exam before applying

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2

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3

Plan for the FAA knowledge test

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