Aviation Technicians Scholarship 2023

Purpose
TWO (2) Aviation Technicians Scholarships | $5,000 Each
Funds in the aviation technicians category can be used to start or continue aviation technician coursework, or achieve a mechanic’s inspector authorization certification.
Application
All eligible applicants must complete and return the application survey by 11:59 p.m. EST on August 31st, 2025, to be accepted.

Before you begin the application, please ensure that you have the following information at the ready. For your convenience, the essay questions are also listed below, in the event you'd like to prepare your responses in advance.
- Pilot Certification Type & License Number, if applicable
- Upcoming Pilot Certification, Completion Date and School, if applicable
- Upload Airman’s Certificate, if applicable
- Resume or CV to Upload (optional)
- Work Experience, if applicable
- Essay Questions: Answer the following questions in 1000 characters or less
  - Why do you want to pursue a career in general aviation and how do you plan to utilize the scholarship money?
  - What is a challenge that you have identified in general aviation and how do you think that can be improved?
- How You Plan to Fund Educational Endeavors
Selection Criteria
A team of Avfuel and Sheltair executives will select the year’s six recipients based on essay submissions and with special consideration given to those facing financial hardship. Recipients of the 2025 scholarships have been notified and will be announced at the 2025 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition.
Payment of Scholarships
The Future Takes Flight Scholarships will be distributed by check. The check will be made payable to the recipient and the educational institution of the recipient’s choice. The check must be endorsed by both and must be used for the purposes of furthering the recipient’s aviation education. The 2025 Scholarship must be redeemed within one year of receiving the award notice.

Recipients must provide Avfuel and Sheltair with a detailed description of how the funds will be used.
Scholarship Program Contact
Questions regarding the Future Takes Flight scholarship program should be addressed to marketing@avfuel.com.
Please acknowledge the following is the scholarship that you are applying for.*

Aviation Technicians

Future Takes Flight: Aviation Technicians Required Eligibility Criteria

1.	Applicant must demonstrate an interest in aviation education, particularly to start or continue aviation technician coursework, or achieve a mechanic’s inspector authorization certification.

2.	Applicant must complete all information in the application packet.

3.	Avfuel and Sheltair employees and/or their relatives are not eligible.

Do you meet the above eligibility criteria?*

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Please Note
Application data cannot be saved and returned to for completion at a later time. Your application must be submitted in the same session it is started. An application is not considered submitted until you have arrived at the final page, which displays a "thank you" message at the top.
Application Terms
Applicants are responsible for gathering and submitting all necessary information. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of information supplied. Therefore, it is important to answer all questions as completely as possible. Avfuel and Sheltair reserve the right to review the conditions and procedures, and to make changes at any time, including termination of the scholarship program.
Submittal of this application and acceptance—if offered—of any scholarship monies or awards grants Avfuel and Sheltair permission to use your name, likeness, quotes and information in any and all of its marketing materials, including—but not limited to—press releases, newsletters and social media posts.*

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Personal Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Today's Date*

MonthDayYear
Please enter the date in mm/dd/yyyy format.

Contact Information
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip CodeCountry
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Pilot Certification Earned

If Applicable
Certification Type
License Number
In Progress or Upcoming Certifications

If Applicable
Certification Type
Expected Certificate Completion

MonthDayYear
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Current (if applicable) or Expected Flight School

Document Upload
Airman's Certificate

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Resume or CV

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Work History

Three Most Recent Positions
Work Experience #1
Job Title
Employer Name
Position Start and End Dates
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Job Responsibilities
Work Experience #2
Job Title
Employer Name
Position Start and End Dates
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Job Responsibilities
Work Experience #3
Job Title
Employer Name
Position Start and End Dates
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Job Responsibilities

Essay Questions
Write a response answering the following questions in 1000 characters or less to demonstrate the ways in which you are unique as an applicant.

There are no correct answers to these topics. Sheltair and Avfuel simply want to learn about you, your enthusiasm for aviation and your dedication to the industry. All answers will be reviewed by an impartial board.
Why do you want to pursue a career in general aviation and how do you plan to utilize the scholarship money?*
What is a challenge that you have identified in general aviation and how do you think that can be improved?*
How do you plan to fund your educational endeavor(s)? Check all that apply.*

ScholarshipsFederal loansPrivate loansGrantsPersonal savingsAssistance from family/friendsPart-time jobFull-time jobOther

Required Eligibility Criteria
Thank you for your interest in the Sheltair & Avfuel: Future Takes Flight Scholarship Program. We regret to inform you that you do not meet the eligibility requirements at this time. We hope to receive your application for a future award period!

Please contact marketing@avfuel.com with questions.

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Purpose

Application

Selection Criteria

Payment of Scholarships

Scholarship Program Contact

Future Takes Flight: Aviation Technicians Required Eligibility Criteria

Please Note

Application Terms

Personal Information

Contact Information

Pilot Certification Earned

In Progress or Upcoming Certifications

Document Upload

Work History

Essay Questions

Required Eligibility Criteria