Scholarship Opportunities

CURRENT SCHOLARSHIPS

1) PILOT SCHOLARSHIP

Private Pilot Scholarships
Three Private Pilot Scholarship Awards @ $5,000 each

Commercial Pilot Flight Training Award
Two Commercial Pilot Flight Training Awards @ $7,500 each

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 flying.
For fixed or Rotary Wing Private Pilot License or Commercial Pilot Training.
Has an academic grade average of 75% or higher.
Must provide transcript of marks.
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.
Include a recommendation letter from a Transport Canada certified flight school advising on applicant’s potential to complete the program.
Funds will be paid in two instalments to the flight school upon receipt of invoice.
Actively engaged in private pilot training or recently received a PPL.
Demonstrates achievement in community involvement.
Demonstrate financial need.
Must demonstrate a strong desire to complete training and become an airline commercial pilot.
The student must be registered with, and capable of taking flying training at, a Transport Canada Certified flight school in Canada.

2) AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERS (AME) SCHOLARSHIP
Two Scholarships @ $3,500 each

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.
The student must be actively pursuing training, or accepted as an AME student.
Has an academic grade average of 75% or higher.
Must provide transcript of marks.
The candidate must demonstrate a strong desire to complete training and become a certified AME by covering the following points in Section 5 of the Application form:
- My Vision of the Future of Aviation in the Next 20 Years
- What I Want to Achieve as an AME
- Why Aviation is Critical to British Columbia
- Why Aviation is My Passion
Demonstrate financial need.
Demonstrates achievement in community involvement.
The applicant must demonstrate how the training will contribute to their aviation career.

3) Aviation and Aerospace Operations and Management
Airports Operations/Management Training
Two Scholarships of $3,500 each

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.
Intends to register at an educational institution in one of the above disciplines or;
Must show acceptance into a recognized training or technical course.
Has an academic grade average of 75% or higher.
Must provide transcript of marks.
Demonstrate commitment to continue with training to obtain diploma, degree or certification.
Demonstrates achievement in community involvement.
Extra consideration will be given to those who express interest in taking a practicum or internship at an
airport outside of the Lower Mainland.
Demonstrate financial need.
Must describe their desire to complete training and pursue a career in airport management or operations.
Volunteer work in the aviation and aerospace sector will be considered in the selection process.

4) General Including Aerospace and Flight Attendants
Two Scholarships of $2,500 each

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.
Intent to enrol in an aviation or aerospace program at a post-secondary institution in British Columbia.
Has an academic grade average of 75% or higher.
Must provide transcript of marks
Demonstrate commitment to continue with training to obtain certification, diploma, or degree.
Supports education in any recognized field related to aviation and aerospace.
Demonstrates achievement in community involvement.
The student should demonstrate how the proposed education will benefit their career.
Shows an interest in aviation and aerospace and has demonstrated a commitment to complete their training
in that field.
To assist anyone working on or near an airport in British Columbia with pursuing further studies that are
intended to advance their aviation or aerospace career, broadly defined.

Please visit the following pages to familiarize yourself with the Scholarship Process: