Private Pilot and Beyond Flight Scholarships

Scholarship Description

CAP wants to help aspiring cadet aviators attain their FAA Private Pilot’s License or beyond. Recipients will receive funds to pursue pilot certifications either in-residence or locally. If you’re an outstanding cadet who dreams of flying, this is fabulous news. To be eligible, applicants must: (1) be a current CAP Cadet; (2) Read, speak, write, and understand the English language, in accordance with FAA regulations (14 CFR 61.83,null); (3) Have a Third Class Medical Certificate and valid student pilot certificate with TSA background check (but you are not required to have these at the time that you apply,null); (4) Have completed the FAA Private Pilot Airplane Knowledge Exam with a passing score (It is not necessary for a cadet to have a test score by time of application, but it will be required for selection,null); (5) Have gained aeronautical experience (e.g. powered orientation flights, participated or graduated from CAP Powered “Solo” Flight Academy, have flown solo in a powered aircraft, or have other aviation-related experiences,null); (6) Possess and maintain an academic and discipline standard acceptable to the school you attend. Follow Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary’s scholarship webpage for updates on details like deadlines. (https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/programs/cadets/cadetinvest/flight-scholarships)

Eligibility Requirements

• Type of institution award is open to: two-year college
• Type of institution award is open to: four-year college
• Type of institution award is open to: trade/technical school

Application Requirements

• Application form required
• Recommendations or references required
• Special requirements exist (These are specified in text.)
• Resume Required
• CAP Grade, Flight Plan

How To Apply