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MNYAF Private Pilot Certificate Program Scholarship

Minnesota Youth Aviation Foundation · Southern Minnesota

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Free to apply. Amounts and dates come from the provider's official page on the date shown; always confirm there before applying.

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At a glance

Award
Amount varies (Award amount is not published; the program funds training toward a Private Pilot certificate.)
Status
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Cycle
Annual; the 2026 window has closed and 2027 dates are pending.
Who it's for
Open to all
Age
Youth (age or grade cap applies)
Certificates
Private (PPL)
Region
Southern Minnesota
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Who this is for

Open to Southern Minnesota high school students who will be at least 17 years old in the summer following the application window and hold an FAA medical certificate. The program supports earning a Private Pilot certificate. Free to apply.

How to apply

  1. Read the full requirements on Minnesota Youth Aviation Foundation's official page. Applying is free.
  2. Line up the slow pieces early: recommendation letters, transcripts, and any medical or student pilot certificate the provider asks for.
  3. 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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MNYAF Private Pilot Certificate Program Scholarship: quick answers

How much is the MNYAF Private Pilot Certificate Program Scholarship?

Minnesota Youth Aviation Foundation doesn't publish a single figure for this award (Award amount is not published; the program funds training toward a Private Pilot certificate.). Check the official page for the current cycle's amount.

When is the MNYAF Private Pilot Certificate Program Scholarship deadline?

Minnesota Youth Aviation Foundation doesn't publish fixed dates for this award. Annual; the 2026 window has closed and 2027 dates are pending.

Who is eligible for the MNYAF Private Pilot Certificate Program Scholarship?

Open to Southern Minnesota high school students who will be at least 17 years old in the summer following the application window and hold an FAA medical certificate. The program supports earning a Private Pilot certificate. Free to apply.

How do I apply for the MNYAF Private Pilot Certificate Program Scholarship?

Apply for free on Minnesota Youth Aviation Foundation'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.

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