What National Gay Pilots Association (NGPA) publishes
20+ awards · one application
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What this award leaves to fund
- This award$1,500 to $15,000, priced at the ceiling
- $15,000
- Private certificatePilotBound national estimate
- − $18,257
- Left to fund
- $3,300
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Open to active NGPA members age 18 or older; a single application is considered for every award the applicant is eligible for, spanning initial flight training through advanced ratings, CFI/CFII, plus maintenance and aviation management tracks. Flight training awards require a current FAA medical certificate (third class or higher). LGBTQ+ pilots are the primary audience; allies with documented advocacy histories may also apply. Applying requires paid membership in the host organization; the application itself is free.
How to apply
- Read the full requirements on National Gay Pilots Association (NGPA)'s official page, including the membership requirement. 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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47 aviation colleges, with tuition and flight fees summed into one estimate.
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NGPA Scholarships: quick answers
How much is the NGPA Scholarships?
The published award is $1,500 – $15,000. Individual awards range from $1,500 to $15,000; roughly $115,000 total across the 2026 cycle. Includes six General Aviation awards ($5,000-$15,000), the $10,000 Elevated Access post-private award, and partner awards from FedEx, Republic, Endeavor, PSA, GoJet, LogTen Pro, and United Aviate. One application cycle covers multiple awards (20+ awards · one application).
When is the NGPA Scholarships deadline?
National Gay Pilots Association (NGPA) doesn't publish fixed dates for this award. Opens around Jun 1, closes around Jul 31 each year; the 2026 cycle has closed and 2027 dates are not yet published.
Who is eligible for the NGPA Scholarships?
Open to active NGPA members age 18 or older; a single application is considered for every award the applicant is eligible for, spanning initial flight training through advanced ratings, CFI/CFII, plus maintenance and aviation management tracks. Flight training awards require a current FAA medical certificate (third class or higher). LGBTQ+ pilots are the primary audience; allies with documented advocacy histories may also apply. Applying requires paid membership in the host organization; the application itself is free.
How do I apply for the NGPA Scholarships?
Apply for free on National Gay Pilots Association (NGPA)'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.