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AAAE Women in Aviation Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)
Contact 601 Madison St., Suite 400 Alexandria, VA 22314 www.aaae.org
Usual Deadline February Amount(s) Awarded $3,000-$5,000 Scholarship Criteria Students are eligible to apply if they are a current college junior, senior or graduate student enrolled in an aviation program at an accredited two- or four-year college/university in the U.S. or Canada. Applicants must be female and have a minimum cumulative GPA of a 3.5 or higher. Eligibility under this program is not based on AAAE membership. Recipients will be selected based on gender, academic achievements and records, financial need, participation in school and community activities, and submission of a personal statement. Students may only receive a Women in Aviation Scholarship twice (does not have to be consecutive years).
Advanced Mountain Flight Training Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded $6,500 Description The scholarship gives a deserving Whirly-Girl the skills to cope with turbulence, rugged terrain, and landing zone selection in mountainous and canyon areas, with special emphasis placed on decision making. It also provides the skill needed to fly all sorts of private and commercial helicopter missions that require off-airport landings anywhere in the country. Scholarship Criteria The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship, and during scholarship training, and must be active, current on their annual dues.
Aimee Moore Memorial Flight Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor Ninety-Nines, Alaska Chapter
Contact PO Box 91962 Anchorage, AK 99509 www.ak99s.org Usual Deadline April Amount(s) Awarded $1,200 Scholarship Criteria Eligibility: Alaska Chapter 99s and Mat-Su Valley Chapter 99s scholarships are open to female Alaska residents 16 years of age or older. Applicants for either scholarship may use the award towards her Private license or an Advanced Rating/Endorsement; Mat-Su Valley residents will be given preference for their scholarship, if there are no eligible applicants from the Mat-Su area then other applicants will be considered. Applicants for scholarships must have already soloed.
Airbus Inadvertent Instrument Meteorological Conditions Training Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded $14,000 Description Sponsored by Airbus, this scholarship will give a Whirly-Girl the opportunity to attend an AS350 Turbine Transition Course at the Airbus Factory School in Grand Prairie, Texas, USA. This is a 5-day course that provides both ground school and flight training for the AS350. Scholarship Criteria The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship, and during scholarship training, and must be active, current on their annual dues.
Airbus Leadership Grant
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline November Amount(s) Awarded $5,000 Scholarship Criteria One scholarship will be awarded to a student at the college level of sophomore year or above who is pursuing a degree in an aviationrelated field; Who has achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale); and Who exhibits leadership potential. In addition to WAI requirements, all applicants should submit a 500-word essay that addresses their career aspirations and clear, concise examples of how they have exhibited leadership in their academic/work/personal life.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded (5) $5,000 Scholarship Criteria This scholarship will be awarded to a student currently enrolled in an Aviation Maintenance Technician Program (A&P) or a degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology. If the applicant is a full-time student enrolled in high school, an accredited flight program, or an accredited college or university, she/he must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or better (on a 4.0 scale). Funds will be paid directly to your flight school and must be completed within one year of award. Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (one-page) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé.
Air Traffic Control Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded (2) $5,000 Scholarship Criteria This scholarship will be awarded to an individual desiring a career as an air traffic control specialist in tower, TRACON, or ARTCC option. Applicants must meet all WAI scholarship requirements and, in the essay, describe the reason for selecting a career as an ATC specialist. Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (one-page) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé.
Amelia Earhart Academic Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
Contact The Ninety-Nines, Inc. 4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Suite A Oklahoma City, OK 73159 USA www.ninety-nines.org Usual Deadline January Amount(s) Awarded Up to $10,000 scholarship towards one year of a college degree in aviation or aerospace. Scholarship Criteria Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarships are awarded to qualified members for fully funded advanced flight training, jet type ratings and technical training. Document financial need. Be an active, participating Ninety-Nines member. Be active in aviation extracurricular activities. Demonstrate high academic achievement. Have reachable, realistic goals.
Amelia Earhart Flight Training Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
Contact The Ninety-Nines, Inc. 4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Suite A Oklahoma City, OK 73159 USA www.ninety-nines.org Usual Deadline January Amount(s) Awarded Up to $20,000 to complete an additional pilot certificate or rating, or pilot training course. Scholarship Criteria Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarships are awarded to qualified members for fully funded advanced flight training, jet type ratings, and technical training. Document financial need. Be an active, participating Ninety-Nines member. Strive to find low-cost flight training options. Begin flight training and complete written tests for certificate/rating sought. If short on required flight time, have a plan to build time by the end of the scholarship period, or apply for the certificate/rating for which currently eligible. Do not add supplemental timebuilding flight hours to application.
Scholarship Sponsor The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
Contact The Ninety-Nines, Inc. 4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Suite A Oklahoma City, OK 73159 USA www.ninety-nines.org Usual Deadline January Amount(s) Awarded Varies Description This International scholarship in memory of Kitty Houghton, is offered specifically to encourage women pilots in emerging economy countries to pursue a career in aviation benefiting their home country. Applicants should demonstrate an interest in and enthusiasm for flying and have begun to work on their pilot’s license.
Amelia Earhart Technical Training Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
Contact The Ninety-Nines, Inc. 4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Suite A Oklahoma City, OK 73159 USA www.ninety-nines.org Usual Deadline January Amount(s) Awarded Up to $20,000 scholarship to complete an aviation or aerospace technical training or certification course. Scholarship Criteria Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarships are awarded to qualified members for fully funded advanced flight training, jet type ratings, and technical training. Document financial need. Be an active, participating Ninety-Nines member. Clearly indicate how this training will help you to advance toward your goal and how you have prepared to undertake it.
Amelia Earhart Vicki Cruse Memorial Scholarship for Emergency Maneuver Training
Scholarship Sponsor The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
Contact The Ninety-Nines, Inc. 4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Suite A Oklahoma City, OK 73159 USA www.ninety-nines.org Amount(s) Awarded Varies Description Fully paid scholarship to provide emergency maneuver and spin training in addition to an introduction to aerobatics. In memory of 99 Vicki Cruse, this scholarship is available to any licensed pilot member of The 99s without regard to existing ratings, financial need, or length of membership. Complete details about the training can be found in the application package. About the Training This Scholarship is designed to cover spin and emergency maneuver training, with some exposure to pure aerobatic flying. A description of the scholarship and the elements that must be covered in the training is set forth in the Background and Training Guidelines, and Required Elements of Training.
Aviation Management Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded $4,000 Scholarship Criteria This scholarship will be awarded to a woman in an aviation management field who has exemplified the traits of leadership, community spirit, and volunteerism. The award is to be used for educational purposes only and may not be applied toward flight hours. Applicant may be a full-time or part-time employee currently in the aerospace industry or a related field. Students pursuing aviation and aerospace-related degrees that are at the sophomore level with a minimum 2.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) are also eligible to apply. Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (one-page) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé.
Aviation Student Entrepreneur Scholarship
Contact 2330 Kenlee Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45230 www.awam.org Usual Deadline November Amount(s) Awarded $500 Description This scholarship is donated by Richard Peri, Editor-in-Chief of Aviation Entrepreneur Magazine. Aviation Entrepreneur Magazine represents “more than flight” by providing essential business information to help all aviation entrepreneurs start and operate a successful aviation business. This company wants to help an aviation student entrepreneur by presenting him/her with this scholarship consisting of a $500 cash award. Scholarship Criteria Applicants must be an A&P or avionics student at an aviation technical school located in the USA. Applicants must include a short essay (250 words), explaining their entrepreneurial goals. Applicant must be located in the USA.
Avotek Textbook Scholarships
Contact 2330 Kenlee Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45230 www.awam.org Usual Deadline November Amount(s) Awarded (4) $1,860 Description Avotek is a premier publisher of top-of-the-line training manuals for aviation maintenance technician instructors, schools, and students. Their textbooks have a well-earned reputation for quality, accuracy, and completeness. Avotek is offering two scholarships each for their Avionics and Core Series textbook sets. Please specify which set you are applying for in your application.
Boeing Company Career Enhancement Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline November Amount(s) Awarded $5,000 Description Scholarship is available for a woman who wishes to advance her career in aerospace industry in the fields of engineering, technology development or management. The award is to be used for educational purposes only and may not be applied toward flight hours. Applicants may be full-time or part-time employees currently in the aerospace industry or related field. Students pursuing aviationrelated degrees that are at the junior level with a 2.5 GPA.
Contact 2330 Kenlee Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45230 www.awam.org Usual Deadline November Amount(s) Awarded $14,700 Description CAE Aerospace is proud to offer one scholarship for a Challenger 300-350 (10 day) Initial Maintenance training course. The scholarship recipient must, as a minimum, be the holder of an FAA A&P Certificate. The course will be conducted in Dallas, Texas. The recipient is responsible for all lodging and travel costs, and must redeem the scholarship within one year of award date. Scholarship Criteria Applicants must be female. Applicants must hold an FAA A&P Certificate. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen.
CFI Certificate Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded (4) $5,000 Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is to be used for training for a CFI certificate. Applicants must hold a current commercial/instrument certificate. If the applicant is a full-time student enrolled in high school, an accredited flight program, or an accredited college or university, she/he must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or better (on a 4.0 scale). Funds will be paid directly to your flight school and must be completed within one year of award. Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (one-page) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé. Flight scholarships must included copies of all aviation and medical certificates and the last three pages of your pilot logbook.
CFI Instrument Rating Endorsement Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded (2) $5,000 Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is to be used by a CFI wanting to add to her/his instrument qualification. Individual must hold at least a private pilot certificate. If the applicant is a full-time student enrolled in high school, an accredited flight program, or an accredited college or university, she/he must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or better (on a 4.0 scale). Funds will be paid directly to your flight school and must be completed within one year of award. Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (one-page) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé. Flight scholarships must include copies of all aviation and medical certificates, and the last three pages of your pilot logbook.
CFI Multi-Engine Endorsement Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded (2) $5,000 Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is to be used for training to add a multi-engine endorsement to a CFI certificate. If the applicant is a full-time student enrolled in high school, an accredited flight program, or an accredited college or university, she/he must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or better (on a 4.0 scale). Funds will be paid directly to your flight school and must be completed within one year of award. Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (one-page) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé. Flight scholarships must include copies of all aviation and medical certificates and the last three pages of your pilot logbook.
Claudia B. Holliway Women in Aviation Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)
Contact 601 Madison St., Suite 400 Alexandria, VA 22314 www.aaae.org Usual Deadline February Amount(s) Awarded $5,000 Scholarship Criteria The AAAE Foundation offers scholarships to qualified college students who do not have to be a dependent of an Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) member. These additional grants were initiated as a way to broaden the eligibility of the scholarship program to a wider range of family members, such as grandchildren.
Colorado Future Woman Pilot Scholarship
Contact 3379 Mill Vista Rd., Unit 4303 Highlands Ranch, CO 80129-2421 info@colorado99s.org www.colorado99s.org Usual Deadline April Amount(s) Awarded (2) $2,500 Description The award is for flights and flight instruction in any aircraft type for the certificate. Scholarship Criteria To be eligible: Each applicant must be female; Undergo flight training in Colorado; currently hold a Student Pilot Certificate; have already soloed; and Have logged at least 10 hours of flight time.
Commercial Helicopter Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded (2) $5,000 Scholarship Criteria This scholarship will be awarded to a WAI member who wants to attain their commercial helicopter rating. Applicants must: Already have a private pilot certificate; At least 18 years old; Enrolled in a commercial helicopter rating program at an FAA-approved Part 141 school; and Expect to complete her/his helicopter commercial license by the end of 2021. Proof of a current third-class medical certificate and logged helicopter time is required. Funds will be paid directly to your flight school and must be completed within one year of award.Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (one-page) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé. Flight scholarships must include copies of all aviation and medical certificates, and the last three pages of your pilot logbook.
Contact 8690 Aero Dr. #115-36 San Diego, CA 92123 www.sd99s.org Usual Deadline August Amount(s) Awarded $2,000 Scholarship Criteria One $2,000 award to help fund training for Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, or any Flight Instructor certificate. Applicant must: Be a member of the Southwest Section of the Ninety-Nines; Have a current medica; and Have a private pilot license. There is a 90-day limit to apply funds towards training.
Dodie Riach Memorial Scholarship
Contact 1338 Wood Valley Rd. Mountainside, NJ 07092 www.nj99.org Usual Deadline October Amount(s) Awarded $2,500 Description The New Jersey Chapter of the Ninety-Nines awards the Dodie Riach Memorial Scholarship to pilots, or student pilots, who are pursuing flight training in New Jersey. Applicants must submit a completed application form, and other documentation as described in the application instructions. The Scholarship is awarded in recognition of an earnest desire to further aviation achievements. Scholarship Criteria The scholarship is open to both men and women. Applicant must be at least a student pilot or pilot who is trying to further their aviation goals, attain a PPL or additional ratings. Training must be in New Jersey.
Dottie Sanders Memorial Flight Scholarship
Contact 8690 Aero Dr. #115-36 San Diego, CA 92123 www.sd99s.org Usual Deadline June Amount(s) Awarded $1,000 award to help fund flight training. Scholarship Criteria Applicant must: Be a female; Reside in San Diego, Riverside, Orange, or Imperial counties OR be a member of any chapter of the Southwest Section of the Ninety-Nines; PPL applicants must have passed the written and soloed; If for an advanced rating/certificate, applicant must have Private certificate. Funds may be used to help fund Private Pilot training OR if a certified pilot applicant, may be used to fund training for Instrument, Commercial, Multi -Engine, or any Flight Instructor certificates.
Edward M. Thurn Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded $15,000 Description The Edward M. Thurn Memorial Scholarship, now in its fifth year, provides $15,000 to any Whirly-Girl to be applied toward upgrading her current helicopter rating. It may be applied toward commercial, instrument, flight instructor, airline transport pilot (ATP), night vision goggle (NVG), or turbine transition training to advance a candidate’s career. Scholarship Criteria The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship, and during scholarship training, and must be active, current on their annual dues.
Erickson & Volo Mission Vertical Reference/External Load Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded $18,000 Description This scholarship is sponsored by Erickson and Volo Mission and will be awarded to a career-minded Whirly-Girl who needs a vertical reference/external load endorsement for a flight position. This course includes 20 hours of flight time in the R44, 10 hours of classroom/ ground instruction, and 3 hours of field operations instruction. She need not be turbine qualified. Training must be completed at Volo Mission in Campbell, Texas. Scholarship Criteria The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship, and during scholarship training, and must be active, current on their annual dues.
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded $10,000 Description Sponsored by FlightSafety International, this scholarship is awarded to a Whirly-Girl who possesses at least a private pilot helicopter certificate and has landing currency in helicopters. This training program includes initial type training, recurrent training, and inadvertent IMC training in the Bell 206 or Bell 407 FAA Level 7 qualified Flight Training Device. This five-day course consists of academic training and 6 hours in the FTD. Training will be available at FlightSafety’s Helicopter Learning Center of Excellence in Lafayette, Louisiana, USA.
Fly Now Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
Contact The Ninety-Nines, Inc. 4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Suite A Oklahoma City, OK 73159 USA www.ninety-nines.org Amount(s) Awarded Up to $6,000 Description The First Wings Awards are semiannual awards of up to $6,000, based on completion of specific training milestones. They are available to Student Pilot Members of The 99s who meet eligibility requirements. Scholarship Criteria To be eligible, applicants must hold a student pilot certificate, have been an official Student Pilot Member of the Ninety-Nines one month prior to the application deadlines (each March and September), and show financial need. The financial awards for the milestones are as follows: Knowledge Test - $500, First Solo - $2500, Long Solo Cross Country -$2000, and Earning Certificate - $1000.
Fran Sargent Scholarship
Contact PO Box 1308 Stuart, FL 34995 www.flgoldcoast99s.org Usual Deadline September Amount(s) Awarded (2) $3,000 Description We are offering two $3,000 scholarships open to any woman with at least a Private Pilot certificate who is a resident of Florida or currently enrolled in an aviation training program in Florida. Scholarship Criteria Applicants must have an Instrument Rating and able to attend the ground school and SIM training.
Fullerton Chapter 99s Darlene Kelly Scholarship
Contact 8690 Aero Dr. #115-36 San Diego, CA 92123 www.sd99s.org Usual Deadline August Amount(s) Awarded (2) $1,974 Description The Fullerton Chapter of the Ninety-Nines is partnering with the San Diego Chapter to give this award. The application process will utilize the Darlene Kelly Advanced Certificate/Rating Flight Training Scholarship process and two winners will be chosen. Scholarship Criteria Each award may be used to help fund training for the Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, or any Flight Instructor certificate. Applicants must: Be a Southwest Section Ninety-Nine (CA, AZ, NV, UT, HI); Have a current medical; Have a private pilot certificate.
Garmin GTN & G500/600 Course Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded (2) $795 Scholarship Criteria Garmin Aviation Training is providing TWO scholarships to Whirly-Girls who wish to improve their knowledge in how to maximize the benefits of Garmin equipment capabilities, and increase their confidence in the use and integration of Garmin equipment as part of their flight operations. This course is valued at $795. Location of the Garmin course is dependent on the course date attended by each recipient. Requirement: The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private pilots certificate/license.
Helicopter Instrument Rating Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded $16,725 Description Sponsored by Leading Edge Flight Academy & Central Oregon Community College, this scholarship provides the opportunity to receive helicopter instrument rating training. Leading Edge Flight Academy provides 21 hours of flight training in the Robinson R44, and 30 hours of ground instruction. 14 hours of flight training in an Advanced Aviation Training Device (simulator) will be provided by Central Oregon Community College. Training will take place in Bend, Oregon, USA.
Initial Helicopter Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded (2) $5,000 Scholarship Criteria This scholarship will be awarded to a WAI member interested in obtaining a private helicopter rating. Applicant must be at least 17 years old. Preference will be given to an applicant who has a minimum of 5 hours logged in a helicopter by the scholarship deadline date. Proof of a current third-class medical certificate and logged helicopter time is required. Funds will be paid directly to your flight school and must be completed within one year of award. Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (one-page) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé. Flight scholarships must include copies of all aviation and medical certificates and the last three pages of your pilot logbook.
Instrument Rating Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded (5) $5,000 Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is to be used for training for an instrument rating. The applicant must hold at least a private pilot certificate. If the applicant is a full-time student enrolled in high school, an accredited flight program, or an accredited college or university, she/he must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or better (on a 4.0 scale). Funds will be paid directly to your flight school and must be completed within one year of award. Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (onepage) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé. Flight scholarships must include copies of all aviation and medical certificates and the last three pages of your pilot logbook.
ISA+21
Scholarship Sponsor International Society of Women Airline Pilots (ISA)
Contact info@isa21.org www.isa21.org Usual Deadline December 10 Amount(s) Awarded (2) $5,000 Description ISA+21 awards a minimum of two Scholarships of $5000 each year to aspiring female airline pilots, to be used towards an advanced flight training program. Scholarship Criteria Applicants must: Be enrolled in an advanced flight training program; or Have completed abinitio flight training; In pursuit of a career as an airline pilot, and Hold a current first class aviation medical certificate.
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded $10,000 Description James, a 16,000-hour helicopter and fixed-wing pilot, started his aviation career in the U.S Army. He was a decorated military veteran with a Purple Heart, a Silver Star, a Bronze Star, and multiple air medals for his combat duty. In his civilian career, he flew offshore transport, search and rescue, and air ambulance. He was an advanced flight instructor, Designated Pilot Examiner, and also served as HAI’s Chairman of the Board of Directors. James was an advocate for aviation safety, a teacher, a mentor and avid supporter of the Whirly-Girls. Scholarship Criteria The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship, and during scholarship training, and must be active, current on their annual dues.
Leatrice Gregory Pendray Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor AIAA Space Transportation Technical Committee (AIAA)
Contact 12700 Sunrise Valley Dr., Suite 200 Reston, VA 20191-5807 www.aiaa.org Usual Deadline January Amount(s) Awarded Varies Scholarship Criteria Available to female college students that will be sophomores, juniors, and seniors enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university. Must be AIAA student member to apply. Course of study must provide entry into some field of science or engineering encompassed by AIAA. Minimum 3.3 GPA required.
Contact 5995 Windemere Way Riverside, CA 92506 www.ninety-nines.org Usual Deadline January Amount(s) Awarded $1,000 Scholarship Criteria The Linda Hayden Memorial Future Woman Pilot Scholarship is a perpetual scholarship awarded to a resident of the San Gabriel Valley and surrounding areas who meets the following criteria: Female, Not a licensed pilot, and a U.S. Citizen.
Marian W. “Dolly” Hardman Endowment
Scholarship Sponsor Kansas State University Polytechnic Scholarships (KSU)
Contact Kansas State University Manhattan, KS 66506 www.polytechnic.k-state.edu/admissions/financialaid/scholarships/ Usual Deadline December Amount(s) Awarded $20,000-32,000 Scholarship Criteria Scholarship remains renewable as long as recipients maintain a 3.5 or higher GPA and remain enrolled full-time at K-State Polytechnic. Recipients must be female undergraduate students, enrolled full-time professional pilot degree option at K-State Polytechnic.
Marian R. DeLano Memorial Scholarship
Contact 8690 Aero Dr., #115-36 San Diego, CA 92123 www.sd99s.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded $1,500 award to help fund flight training. Scholarship Criteria Each award may be used to help fund training for the Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, or any Flight Instructor certificate. Applicants must: Be a Southwest Section Ninety-Nine (CA, AZ, NV, UT, HI); Have a current medical; Have a private pilot certificate. The scholarship is good for one rating or certificate only. Air Transport Rating not eligible. There is a 90-day limit to apply funds towards training.
Monterey Bay Ninety-Nines Aviation Scholarship
Contact 140 Dovewood Ln. Aptos, CA 95003 www.montereybay99s.org Usual Deadline December Amount(s) Awarded $1,000 Scholarship Criteria The student applicant must be in good health, and not dependent on medication or have any other disqualifying condition. The applicant must live in Santa Cruz or Monterey County. The applicant must be a licensed pilot; She must have completed any necessary written exams; and Have a current flight review.
Multi-Engine Rating Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded (4) $6,000 Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is to be used for training for a multi-engine rating. If the applicant is a full-time student enrolled in high school, an accredited flight program, or an accredited college or university, she/he must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or better (on a 4.0 scale). Funds will be paid directly to your flight school and must be completed within one year of award. Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (one-page) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé.
Nancy K. Jensen Memorial Scholarship
Contact 20918 9th Ave. S. Des Moines, WA 98198 www.seattle99s.org Usual Deadline April Amount(s) Awarded $1,000 Description A scholarship in Nancy’s memory is awarded yearly to a student pilot with a minimum of 6 hours flight time logged; to be used toward completion of Private Pilot Certificate including flight and simulator training, ground school, and test fees. Scholarship Criteria Applicants must: Be a female resident of Western Washington; 15 years of age or older; Be a member of The Ninety-Nines; Be enrolled in a recognized ground school; Possess current medical and student pilot certificates; Provide anticipated written exam date.
Nancy Stratford Student Pilot Flight Training Scholarship
Contact 8690 Aero Dr., #115-36 San Diego, CA 92123 www.sd99s.org Usual Deadline March Amount(s) Awarded $1,000 award to help fund flight training. Description Nancy Miller Livingston Stratford flew 50 different aircraft in World War II and went on to accumulate some 8,500 hours in 103 different types. At 23, she was one of the first American women to become a ferry pilot for the British Air Transport Auxiliary. After WWii, Nancy earned her seaplane and helicopter wings, and owned Livingston Helicopters in Alaska. She is the second licensed woman commercial helicopter pilot in the USA and fourth in the world. Her memoir, “Contact! Britain: A woman ferry pilot’s story during WWII in England!” published in 2011. This year she celebrated her 99th birthday and the San Diego 99s honor her with this scholarship. Scholarship Criteria Applicant must: Be a female; Reside in San Diego County; Have a current student medical for PPL award; and A passing score on written test OR completed a solo flight. Funds may be used to help fund Private Pilot training. There is a 90-day limit to apply funds towards training.
Northwest Section Scholarship
Contact www.nw99s.org Usual Deadline July Amount(s) Awarded $1,000 Description The Northwest Section Scholarship fund was created in 2013 from funds that the Section held in investment accounts. The scholarship is awarded annually for $1,000 or the amount requested, whichever is less. Examples are flight review, emergency maneuver training, ground school, components of student pilot training, floatplane rating, instrument proficiency check, or tailwheel instruction. Scholarship monies can be applied toward aviation expenses greater than $1,000, such as an additional rating or course of study, if the applicant clearly states there are sufficient funds from other sources to complete her training.
NY-NJ Section Scholarship
Contact 1338 Wood Valley Rd. Mountainside, NJ 07092 www.nj99.org Usual Deadline March Amount(s) Awarded $1,500 Description NY-NJ Section Scholarship will be awarded to a female pilot or female student pilot in recognition of her earnest desire to further her aviation achievements. Scholarship Criteria Any female pilot or female student pilot who has been a continuous member of the NY-NJ Section and who is training in NY or NJ is eligible to apply for the NY-NJ Section Scholarship. Apply by completing the scholarship application form and including all the required documentation; submitting a personal essay; and submitting a recommendation letter to your Chapter Chair.
Contact 2330 Kenlee Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45230 www.awam.org Usual Deadline November Amount(s) Awarded (6) $5,500 Scholarship Criteria The Pratt & Whitney Engine Maintenance Scholarship is designed to support those in the aviation industry. They offer a variety of instructor-led engine maintenance courses on large commercial engines or the smaller Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 engine series. Applicants must be a student or recent graduate of an aviation maintenance training program. Applicants must include a short essay (250 words) answering the following question: If you were to win this scholarship, how would you use it to enhance your career growth?
Richard J. Santori Memorial Scholarship
Contact 441 Elm St. Frankfort IL 60423 www.ncs99s.org Usual Deadline March Amount(s) Awarded (1) $1,000 and (2) $2,000 Scholarship Criteria Must be a 99s Member of the Chicago Area Chapter in good standing, a current pilot with the appropriate medical certificate, and must be approaching the flight time requirement for the rating or certificate.
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded $3,000 Description Sponsored by Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), this scholarship provides a Whirly-Girl currently flying Robinsons the opportunity to attend the R22/R44 Safety Course and build either R22 or R44 time. RHC provides this 3.5 day course in Torrance, CA, USA; which includes an hour of flight with a safety instructor, and sponsors an additional 4 hours of either R22 or R44 flight time (5 total hours). The course includes 3.5_days of classroom instruction in the following subject areas: accident review, causes of fatal accidents, awareness training, SFAR 73, and Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) review. One day is devoted to maintenance, pre-flight inspections, and flying with an experienced RHC safety pilot. A tour of the Robinson Factory is also included. The course is open to any rated helicopter pilot who has at least 3 hours in the R22 or R44 helicopter, one hour of which was flown within 30 days prior to attending the course. This course is required by most insurance companies and serves as a CFI refresher. Scholarship Criteria The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship, and during scholarship training; must be active, current on their annual dues.
Robinson Helicopter R66 Safety Course Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded $4,500 Description Sponsored by Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), this scholarship provides a Whirly-Girl currently flying Robinsons the opportunity to attend the R66 Safety Course and build R66 time. RHC provides this 3.5-day course in Torrance, CA, USA; which includes an hour of flight with a safety instructor, and sponsors an additional 4 hours of R66 flight time (5 hours total R66 flight time). The course includes 3.5_days of classroom instruction in the following subject areas: accident review, causes of fatal accidents, awareness training, SFAR 73, Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) review, R66 systems, and the Rolls Royce engine. One day is devoted to maintenance, pre-flight inspections, and flying with an experienced RHC safety pilot. A tour of the Robinson Factory is also included. The course is open to any rated helicopter pilot who has at least 3 hours in any type of Robinson helicopter model, one hour of which was flown within 30 days prior to attending the course. A Robinson safety course is required by most insurance companies and serves as a CFI refresher. The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application.
Rosella Bjornson Scholarship
Contact 52 Rutledge Crest Winnipeg, MB R3W 1E8 manitoba99s.wordpress.com Usual Deadline February Amount(s) Awarded $1,500 Scholarship Criteria The scholarship is open to female residents of Manitoba or a member of the Manitoba Chapter of The Ninety-Nines, and hold a Private Pilot License or higher. This flight training scholarship is $1500 and is to be used for advanced flight training. Solo time or time building hours do not qualify. The scholarship is open to members of the Manitoba Chapter of the 99’s, who hold a Private Pilot License or higher.
Safran Helicopter Engines Academy Scholarship
Contact 2330 Kenlee Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45230 www.awam.org Usual Deadline November Amount(s) Awarded (2) $4,542 Description Safran Helicopter Engines is the world’s leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 72,000 produced since being founded. They offer the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and have more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries. Safran Helicopter Engines Academy is proud to offer a scholarship for an Arriel or Arrius engine level- line-one training session from their 2021 schedule. The class will be held at the Safran USA Academy located in Grand Prairie, Texas. Travel and lodging are the responsibility of the recipients. Applicants must have a Powerplant Certificate. A copy of the applicant’s Powerplant Certificate must be included with the application package. International applicants welcome; English proficiency is required.
Sharon D. Banks Memorial Undergraduate
Scholarship Sponsor Women in Transport (WTS)
Contact 605 Third Ave., 3rd Floor New York, NY 10158 www.wtsinternational.org Usual Deadline February 21 Amount(s) Awarded $3,500 Description WTS fosters the development of women in the transportation field by encouraging bright new professionals to undertake careers in the area of transportation. One way it does this is by awarding the WTS Sharon D. Banks Memorial Scholarship to women pursuing undergraduate studies in transportation or a related field. Scholarship Criteria GPA of 3.0 or higher. Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in a transportation-related field, such as transportation engineering, planning, finance, or logistics. Plans to pursue a career in a transportation-related field.
Contact 2330 Kenlee Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45230 www.awam.org Usual Deadline November Amount(s) Awarded $5,000 Description SONIC Tools is providing one customized aviation A&P toolbox + tools to a deserving student of a part 147 A&P program, or recent graduate that has obtained their A&P certificate. SONIC Tools matches big name brands in quality and comes with a full lifetime warranty. Scholarship Criteria Must be a student in a part 147 A&P program OR recent graduate that has obtained their A&P certificate. Applicants must include a short essay (250 words) on the topic of tool control, organization, and the value of working out of a shadowed toolbox.
Space Engineering Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded (2) $10,000 each Scholarship Criteria This scholarship will be awarded to a student pursuing a degree in aeronautical, electrical, or mechanical engineering or space studies degree with a passion to work in the space industry. Candidates will be evaluated on academic standing, personal accomplishments, leadership skills, and future career aspirations. Applicants must meet all WAI scholarship requirements with a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale); enrolled in an accredited U.S. engineering or space studies program through a college or university; and be a sophomore or higher. Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (one-page) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé.
Sporty’s Foundation Tool Scholarship
Contact 2330 Kenlee Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45230 www.awam.org Usual Deadline November Amount(s) Awarded $1,000 Description The Sporty’s Foundation is proud to donate $1,000 toward the purchase of tools listed in the minimum required tool list for an Aviation Maintenance Technician. This scholarship is designed to assist a student enrolled in an accredited A&P program to acquire the tools needed to pursue aviation maintenance as a career. Upon selection of the tools by the scholarship recipient, the funds will be paid directly to the retailer/seller of the tools. The tools will be shipped directly to the scholarship recipient. Applicants must be female; Must be a student currently enrolled in an A&P program.
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded (2) $1,400 Description Survival Systems USA offers this course to two deserving Whirly-Girls to learn the knowledge and skills to react in an aircraft-ditching emergency, care for themselves in a sea survival situation, and to participate to the maximum extent in their rescue. This scholarship, valued at $1,400, is provided by Survival Systems USA. Each pilot taking this course should have at least a private pilot helicopter certificate/license and is required to have no physical limitations that would prevent her from participating in strenuous physical training. Training will take place at Survival Systems USA in Groton, Connecticut, USA. The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must: Be a member in good standing at the time of application submission; Award of scholarship; During scholarship training; and Must be active; Current on their annual dues.
Contact scholarships@vc99s.org www.vc99s.com Usual Deadline November and May Amount(s) Awarded Up to $3,000 Description Up to $3,000 could be yours towards your flight training costs! The Ventura County Ninety-Nines offers Female Student Pilot Milestone Awards that are not based on financial need. These awards are for a fixed wing, helicopter, glider or balloon pilot certificate. Scholarship Criteria Over the age of 17; Living/working in Ventura County or training at a Ventura County airport (CMA, OXR, SZP or NTD); Minimum of 5 flight hours within 90 days preceding the award application deadline; 2 hours may be in an Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD) or Flight Training Device (FTD), appropriate to the rating sought with CFI logbook entry.
WAI Multi-Engine Rating Scholarship
Contact Morningstar Airport 3647 State Route 503 South West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org Usual Deadline May Amount(s) Awarded $6,000 Scholarship Criteria WAI will award a scholarship to be used for training for a multi-engine rating. If the applicant is a full-time student enrolled in high school, an accredited flight program, or an accredited college or university, she/he must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or better (on a 4.0 scale). Funds will be paid directly to your flight school and must be completed within one year of award. Applicants must be an active member of Women in Aviation International, and may apply for up to three scholarships. Two (one-page) letters of recommendation. Typed, descriptive, 500-word essay. Professional résumé.
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded $8,000 Description This scholarship, funded by the Whirly-Girls Scholarship Fund, is awarded to a certificated female pilot who does not currently have a helicopter rating and provides $8,000 to be applied towards earning her add-on helicopter rating. The applicant will be evaluated for evidence of intent to work in the helicopter industry. Scholarship Criteria The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must: Be a member in good standing at the time of application submission; award of scholarship; and during scholarship training; Must be active and current on their annual dues.
Scholarship Sponsor Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D 207 W Claredon Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org Usual Deadline Varies Amount(s) Awarded Up to $2,400 Scholarship Criteria The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must: Be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship; and During scholarship training; Must be active and current on their annual dues.
Zonta Amelia Earhart Fellowship Awards
Contact 1200 Harger Rd., Suite 330 Oak Brook, IL 60523 www.zonta.org Usual Deadline November Amount(s) Awarded $10,000 Description The 2021 Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowships are awarded annually to women of any nationality pursuing a Ph.D. doctoral degree. Applicants demonstrating a superior academic record conducting research applied to aerospace engineering or space sciences are eligible. It is imperative that students be registered in a full-time Ph.D. doctoral program and have completed at least one year of that program, or have received a master degree in an aerospace-applied field at the time the application is submitted. Applicants must not graduate before April, 2022. Please note that post-doctoral research programs are not eligible for the Fellowship. Classified members (club members and individuals with direct membership with Zonta International) and employees of Zonta International and Zonta International Foundation, and their family members (ancestors, descendants, adoptees, siblings, nieces or cousins, and those of their spouse or co-habiting partner), are not eligible to apply for the Fellowship. Note that previous Amelia Earhart fellows are not eligible to apply to renew the Fellowship for a second year. Scholarship Criteria Must not be attending high school currently. Restricted to students studying Aviation/Aerospace, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering/Electronics, Earth Science, Mechanical Engineering.
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