What NBAA publishes
19+ awards across student and professional tracks
Amounts, dates and eligibility change between cycles. Always confirm on the provider's page before applying.
No fixed deadline posted.
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What this award leaves to fund
- This award$1,000 to $8,000, priced at the ceiling
- $8,000
- Private certificatePilotBound national estimate
- − $18,257
- Left to fund
- $10,300
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Open to U.S. citizens pursuing careers in business aviation, including aspiring pilots, dispatchers, maintenance professionals, and flight attendants; individual awards have varying requirements such as full-time enrollment in an aviation or aviation management program, minimum GPA standards, and in some cases attendance at a UAA member institution.
How to apply
- Read the full requirements on NBAA'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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NBAA Charities Scholarships: quick answers
How much is the NBAA Charities Scholarships?
The published award is $1,000 – $8,000. Varies by individual award; total annual student cash funding approaches $100,000 across all programs. One application cycle covers multiple awards (19+ awards across student and professional tracks).
When is the NBAA Charities Scholarships deadline?
NBAA doesn't publish fixed dates for this award. Student and professional scholarships have staggered deadlines through the year; the most recent student cycle has closed and next dates are not yet published.
Who is eligible for the NBAA Charities Scholarships?
Open to U.S. citizens pursuing careers in business aviation, including aspiring pilots, dispatchers, maintenance professionals, and flight attendants; individual awards have varying requirements such as full-time enrollment in an aviation or aviation management program, minimum GPA standards, and in some cases attendance at a UAA member institution.
How do I apply for the NBAA Charities Scholarships?
Apply for free on NBAA'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.