Aero Club of New England Flight Training Scholarships
The Aero Club of New England · New England
What Aero Club of New England publishes
18+ named awards across primary, instrument, and advanced tracks; one application
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What this award leaves to fund
- This award$1,000 to $10,000, priced at the ceiling
- $10,000
- Private certificatePilotBound national estimate
- − $18,185
- Left to fund
- $8,200
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Open to U.S. citizens or permanent residents who reside in a New England state, are at least 16 years old, hold current airman and medical certificates (except for initial primary training), and intend to pursue a professional aviation career. Primary applicants need roughly 10 hours plus solo, while instrument and advanced applicants need about 100 hours. Several named awards are reserved for women. Funds must be used within one year at a New England flight school.
How to apply
- Read the full requirements on The Aero Club of New England's official page. Applying is free.
- Line up the slow pieces early: recommendation letters, transcripts, and any medical or student pilot certificate the provider asks for.
- Write the essay with numbers, not passion: name your certificate goal, your school, your hours so far, and exactly what this award covers. Build your plan so every figure in the essay is real.
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Aero Club of New England Flight Training Scholarships: quick answers
How much is the Aero Club of New England Flight Training Scholarships?
The published award is $1,000 – $10,000. Individual awards range from $1,000 to $10,000 across primary, instrument, and advanced tracks. The largest are the Anne Bridge Baddour Advanced Scholarship for Women ($10,000) and the Hampson Family primary scholarship for Women ($5,000). One application cycle covers multiple awards (18+ named awards across primary, instrument, and advanced tracks; one application).
When is the Aero Club of New England Flight Training Scholarships deadline?
The Aero Club of New England doesn't publish fixed dates for this award. Annual awards for training at New England flight schools; the club does not post fixed open and close dates on its awards page, so dates are cleared pending publication.
Who is eligible for the Aero Club of New England Flight Training Scholarships?
Open to U.S. citizens or permanent residents who reside in a New England state, are at least 16 years old, hold current airman and medical certificates (except for initial primary training), and intend to pursue a professional aviation career. Primary applicants need roughly 10 hours plus solo, while instrument and advanced applicants need about 100 hours. Several named awards are reserved for women. Funds must be used within one year at a New England flight school.
How do I apply for the Aero Club of New England Flight Training Scholarships?
Apply for free on The Aero Club of New England's official page. There is no application fee, and no legitimate aviation scholarship charges one or asks for your Social Security number. Have your essay, recommendation letters, and any required certificates ready before the window opens.