Aviation Scholarship

Pioneers of Flight Scholarship

Scholarship Award

Two (2) $1,000 awards

Scholarship Description

The National Air Transportation Foundation (NATF) established the Pioneers of Flight Scholarship Program in 1989 to offer financial assistance and encouragement to young people in the pursuit of academic excellence. By making scholarships available, NATF’s ultimate goal is to foster and promote careers in the general aviation industry. This scholarship is to be used for one year of full-time undergraduate study.

Eligibility Requirements

1. Must be a college student in their sophomore or junior year who are enrolled in a full-time aviation degree program at an accredited four-year college or university.
2. Must be a high academic achiever with a 3.0 GPA or better, on a 4.0 scale.
3. Must be able to demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in general aviation.

Application Dates

Deadline: December 26, 2025 (Closed)

GPA Requirement

3

Field of Study

  • Aeronautical Science
  • Aerospace Medicine
  • Agricultural Aviation
  • Aircraft Maintenance
  • Air Traffic Control
  • Astronautics and Space
  • Aviation Management
  • Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
  • Pilot Training

Scholarship Type

  • Education Tuition

Year of Need / Desired Program

  • Part 141 School
  • Part 147 School
  • College Sophomore
  • College Junior

Scholarship Recurrence

  • Annual
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