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MBAA Scholarship Programs - Pilot

Posted by Tom Thinnes on
March 10, 2022

MICHIGAN BUSINESS AVIATION ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS - Pilot

INTRODUCTION

Michigan Business Aviation Association supports Statewide educational initiatives in partnership with the Michigan Business Aviation Foundation. We are committed to offering scholarships and programs to strengthen and inspire future business aviation talent.

This year, the foundation will offer the following awards - Applicants must select which award they would like to apply for:

  • One ATP/CTP Certification course and eLearning Subscription provided by Flight Safety International*
  1. *For pilots only. The pilot must possess a valid Commercial Pilot Certification, Instrument Rating and Multi-Engine Rating.
  • Four $10,000 Cash Awards - each with one year subscription to eLearning through Flight Safety International

ELIGIBILITY

  • GPA: 3.0
  • Citizenship: United States

SELECTION CRITERIA

Offered to students enrolled in Aviation Management, Flight or Maintenance courses at colleges, universities or technical schools in Michigan. Sponsored by MBAA/MBAF.
Applicants enrolled in a college program should have an accumulated GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

Supporting documentation must be included with the application:

  • A current resume
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship to include a U.S. Passport or Birth Certificate
  • An unofficial school transcript including GPA
  • A one page essay describing the applicant’s aviation background, current status and future aviation goals.
  • Photocopies of all FAA ratings/certificates held (Does not apply to cash award applicants)

Apply Here

Applications must be submitted by Fri. April 05, 2024, 8:00 PM. 

 For more information regarding business aviation in Michigan and our State’s business aviation advocacy efforts please visit: Michigan Business Aviation Association