Scholarship Courses: Category 1

Ensure that you visit the following pages to familiarize yourself with the Scholarship Process before applying:

1) INTRODUCTION
2) SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
3) SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

PRIVATE PILOT SCHOLARSHIPS
Three Private Pilot Scholarships @ $5,000 each

COMMERCIAL PILOT FLIGHT TRAINING SCHOLARSHIPS
One Commercial Pilot Flight Training Scholarship @ $7,500 each

Image from the BCIT Flight Operations Commercial Pilot Fixed Wing Program

Basic Criteria

  • These awards are provided to young aspiring BC Air Cadets, between 17-19 years of age, or qualified aged out cadets who are passionate about pursuing a career in the Aviation Industry.
  • A statement from the applicant must also be included indicating why they should receive the award, their scholastic and personal achievements, and their goals.
  • Applicants must have completed at least three years of Air Cadet Squadron training.
  • Applications for aged out cadets will be accepted within twelve months of their 19th birthday or under special circumstances at the discretion of the Scholarship Selection Committee.
  • Each applicant must attach a letter from the Squadron Commanding Officer identifying:
    • Number of training years completed
    • Most recent rank and any awards obtained
    • Summer training camps attended
    • Number of years of ground School attended
    • If Glider or Private Pilot licence obtained
  • The applicant must demonstrate (minimum 250 words) how the training will contribute to their aviation career including the following:
    • My Vision of the Future of Aviation in the Next 20 Years
    • Why Aviation is Critical to British Columbia
    • Why Aviation is My Passion
  • Letters of recommendation from personal contacts are very helpful to include in your application.
  • Volunteer work in the aviation sector will be considered an asset.
  • Training must occur in Canada.
  • Applications must be received by midnight on the closing date.

Specific Criteria for a Pilot Scholarship

  • For fixed or Rotary Wing Private Pilot License or Commercial Pilot Training.
  • All applications for flying scholarships must be accompanied by copies of Transport Canada flight test and written examination results for the licences held (Private and/or Commercial).
  • Include a recommendation letter from a Transport Canada certified flight school advising on applicant’s potential to complete the program.
  • Has an academic grade average of 75% or higher
  • An academic transcript must be included.
  • Must show some commitment to training and finishing, such as showing a dedicated interest in aviation, a commitment to complete the program, completed ground school and/or completed a minimum of 10 hours of flight training or recently received a PPL.
  • Funds will be paid in two instalments to the flight school upon receipt of invoice.

Provide as much information as you can for the Selection Committee – the better your presentation, the more opportunity for success your application will have. Incomplete applications will not be considered and will be rejected. Ensure that all required attachments are included.

Image from the BCIT Airline and Flight Operations Commercial Pilot Fixed Wing Diploma Program

Please complete the Scholarship Applications below. Note that section 2 requires an internal Scholarship ID that will be provided after completing section 1:

SECTION 1 – PRELIMINARY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
SECTION 2 – MAIN SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

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