CABA Foundation Scholarships

AND

Joint Scholarships offered by

HIGHER AMOUNTS, REVISED CRITERIA, and ONE Type Rating

As part of our ongoing commitment to developing future aviation workforce needs, CABA provides financial assistance to aspiring and advancing aviation professionals through our scholarship program. And just this year, we've partnered with Flight Safety International, a global provider of initial, advanced, and master training in all areas of aviation for government, military, airlines, and general/business aviation operators. Through this collaboration we're now offering joint scholarships for initial training for a Second In Command pilot type rating.

CABA Foundation Scholarships

There will be ONE (1) CABA Scholarship awarded in each of the following categories: 

1. Professional Pilot 
2. Aircraft Maintenance/Repair/Avionics Technician — A&P, Avionics 
3. Professional Development in Aviation Management & Operations — Scheduling & Dispatch, Airport Management, Certified Aviation Manager (CAM), Flight Attendant, or other professional development opportunities approved by the committee/board.

One (1) successful candidate in each category will receive an award in the amount of up to $8,000 which will be disbursed directly to the training entity (flight school, etc.).

An initial disbursement will be made upon acceptance of the award, with subsequent disbursements to be made upon completion of certain milestones to be determined by the committee. 

NOTE: Applicants for initial/advanced flight training or cabin crew must include in their essay, which scholarship is being applied for as well as a stated intent to pursue a career pathway to General or Business Aviation (not the airlines). In addition, applicants should indicate their desire to contribute back to the industry through assisting their respective membership organizations with mentoring, public relations, career development events, or other areas as opportunities are presented.

Applications will be assessed for completeness and overall quality, giving weight to the essay and career goals. The scholarship committee may request interviews with applicants.

• Applicant must be a permanent resident of Colorado. A valid Colorado driver’s license or Colorado ID  is required as proof of residency.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher, if the applicant is a full time student. If applicant is not a full time student, a resume is required.
• Scholarship funds must be used for aviation training at a Colorado-based institution, or an AOPA- or NBAA- approved Professional Development course.

Application materials

Submit ALL of the following

• Completed CABA Scholarship Form (Download CABA Scholarship Form)
• ONE Essay of 500-600 words on the following Topic: Why do you desire a career in General or Business Aviation? Be specific as to the training you wish to pursue – pilot, maintenance/repair/avionics technician, professional development, etc.)
• Description of the training program the award will be used for. 
• Two (2) Letters of Reference.
• A copy of your current resume or transcript.

     JOINT SCHOLARSHIPS

Flight Safety International is providing ONE (1) INITIAL Airframe Technician Certification and ONE (1) INITIAL Second-in-Command (SIC) Type Rating. 

Eligibility requirements are separate and distinct from the above CABA scholarships.

PLEASE NOTE the Application Form is different from the above:  (Download CABA-FSI Application Form)

INITIAL Airframe Maintenance Technician Certification   on a specific airframe type (TBD)

• Applicant MUST HOLD or WILL HOLD an A&P Certificate. 

INITIAL SIC-Only Type Rating  This is typically in a Citation model with great hiring potential.

• Applicant MUST HOLD or WILL HOLD a current Commercial Multi-Engine Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating (not limited to VFR only and/or Centerline Thrust) with minimum 250 hours total time.

• This award can NOT be upgraded to a PIC type rating and applicant shall not have had any aircraft accidents.

• Applicant will demonstrate his/her commitment to aviation, and a desire to work in the Business Aviation field.

REQUIREMENTS FOR BOTH SIC and AIRFRAME APPLICANTS

• Essay Requirements: Applicant must submit a typed essay, double-spaced, maximum of 1,000 words on the following. “Have you graduated from a college or university offering an aviation program? Are you currently employed within Business Aviation or do you have a desire to begin a career in Business Aviation? "What does the phrase 'Business Aviation' mean to you? How have you prepared yourself for a career in Business Aviation thus far, and how will you use this training award to advance in your career?" This essay should be constructed in a manner that allows the applicant to provide as much information as possible about themselves and their goals.

• Applicant must include at least three letters of recommendation. (Other than relatives or students)

• At least one recommendation letter must be from an individual currently involved in business aviation outside of your professors.

• Candidates may be required to participate in a face-to-face interview with the selection committee (date TBA)

  ** The deadline for submitting all applications is 11:59 pm MST Tuesday, December 31, 2024 **

Applications must be submitted to the Scholarship Committee via email as such:

To: scholarships@mycaba.org

Subject Line (choose one): 2024 CABA Scholarships OR CABA/Flight Safety International Scholarships

Please send all application materials in one email as separate attachments or, preferably, in a single PDF file.