Tyler Orsow/Chuck Kimes Memorial Seaplane Rating Scholarship
Scholarship Description
This scholarship was established honoring the memory of Tyler Oslow and Chuck Kimes, two truly outstanding seaplane pilots that passed in 2011. The scholarship is intended to introduce aspiring professional pilots to the world of seaplane flying. Scholarships are awarded at multiple aviation events throughout the year, thus there is no specific deadline for applications. Exception: Specific scholarship awards at events such as, but not limited to the Northwest Aviation Conference, Great Alaska Aviation Gathering, and at Oshkosh where SPA will award scholarships at the event from a pool of applications received at the event.
Eligibility Requirements
1. Must be a current SPA member.
2. Must be actively pursuing a career as a professional pilot.
3. Must be a U.S. citizen.
4. Must be between ages 17-25.
5. Must hold a Private Pilot Certificate or better and possess a current bi-annual.
6. Must have at least a third class medical certificate.
Application Start Date
January 1, 2025
Application End Date
December 31, 2025
Minimum Age
17
Maximum Age
25
Other scholarships from this sponsor
Female Applicant Preference
No
Field of Study
- Aeronautical Science
- Pilot Training
Citizenship Requirements
- United States (incl. U.S. Territories)
Year of Need / Desired Program
- College Freshman
- College Junior
- College Senior
- College Sophomore
- Doctoral Degree Program
- Master's Degree Program
- Part 141 School
College Enrollment Status
- Accepted
- Full-time Student
- Part-time Student
Scholarship Recurrence
- Annual