Richard L. Taylor Flight Training Scholarship
National Air Transportation Foundation · National
What National Air Transportation Foundation publishes
1 award per year
Amounts, dates and eligibility change between cycles. Always confirm on the provider's page before applying.
Applications close March 26, 2027.
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What this award leaves to fund
- This award
- $1,500
- Private certificatePilotBound national estimate
- − $18,257
- Left to fund
- $16,800
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Open to college students (or high school seniors entering an accredited aviation program) who already hold a private pilot certificate, maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, and are pursuing a professional pilot career. Check and transcript required with application.
How to apply
- Read the full requirements on National Air Transportation Foundation'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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Richard L. Taylor Flight Training Scholarship: quick answers
How much is the Richard L. Taylor Flight Training Scholarship?
The published award is $1,500. One application cycle covers multiple awards (1 award per year).
When is the Richard L. Taylor Flight Training Scholarship deadline?
The deadline on the provider's official page is March 26, 2027. Applications are open right now. Deadline is the last Friday in March each year; recipients notified by end of May.
Who is eligible for the Richard L. Taylor Flight Training Scholarship?
Open to college students (or high school seniors entering an accredited aviation program) who already hold a private pilot certificate, maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, and are pursuing a professional pilot career. Check and transcript required with application.
How do I apply for the Richard L. Taylor Flight Training Scholarship?
Apply for free on National Air Transportation 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.