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ORBAA Scholarship

Ohio Regional Business Aviation Association (ORBAA) · Ohio

$5,000 – $8,500

Multiple awards per cycle through ORBAA and industry partners

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At a glance

Award
$5,000 – $8,500 (Primary award is $8,500; industry partner awards (CAE, FSI) add supplemental funding at $5,000 and $7,500 levels for specific training programs)
Status
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Cycle
Annual; 2026 deadline was April 19; next cycle (2027) dates not yet published
Who it's for
Open to all
Age
Adults
Certificates
Commercial, Instructor (CFI), Multi-engine
Region
Ohio

Who this is for

Open to students currently enrolled in Ohio collegiate aviation programs who are pursuing careers in business aviation. Covers commercial pilot certificates, CFI ratings, type ratings, and related advanced flight training.

How to apply

  1. Read the full requirements on Ohio Regional Business Aviation Association (ORBAA)'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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ORBAA Scholarship: quick answers

How much is the ORBAA Scholarship?

The published award is $5,000 – $8,500. Primary award is $8,500; industry partner awards (CAE, FSI) add supplemental funding at $5,000 and $7,500 levels for specific training programs. One application cycle covers multiple awards (Multiple awards per cycle through ORBAA and industry partners).

When is the ORBAA Scholarship deadline?

Ohio Regional Business Aviation Association (ORBAA) doesn't publish fixed dates for this award. Annual; 2026 deadline was April 19; next cycle (2027) dates not yet published.

Who is eligible for the ORBAA Scholarship?

Open to students currently enrolled in Ohio collegiate aviation programs who are pursuing careers in business aviation. Covers commercial pilot certificates, CFI ratings, type ratings, and related advanced flight training.

How do I apply for the ORBAA Scholarship?

Apply for free on Ohio Regional Business Aviation Association (ORBAA)'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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