CAF Pilot Scholarship

Earn your Private Pilots License
in One Year and Accelerate your career in aviation

The Commemorative Air Force and the Ray Foundation are excited to offer the CAF Pilot Scholarship program which provides an individual up to $12,000 to attain a pilot's license.

See if you qualify to participate in this exceptional program. All participants must fit the following criteria to be eligible.

  • Age 16 through 19 (applicant must apply before their 20th birthday)
  • Possession of FAA medical certificate
  • Possession of student pilot certificate (Check with unit)
  • Passed ground school and FAA written exam
  • Begin flight training within 60 days of accepting the award
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF
THIS PROGRAM
TO ADVANCE YOUR
AVIATION
CAREER

This has got to be the best deal in aviation …
The CAF and the Ray Foundation are making the first investment in your future.


Get in Touch with us.
We are here to help.

The CAF understands the challenges and roadblocks that exist for young people to get their pilot’s license. That is why we are so excited to work with the Ray Foundation in creating a program that sets the scholar up for success. The combination of experienced mentors, a rigorous timeline, and financial assistance, all serve to support young people through the process and set them up for success. This program is a big commitment, and all participants including scholars, guardians, CAF Units, Unit Scholarship Coordinators, and Flight Instructors are encouraged to review all the expectations and timelines thoroughly before applying and/or agreeing to participate. This website contains lots of information and resources about the program. Please review it thoroughly and do not hesitate to reach out with additional questions.

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The CAF is
HERE TO HELP
you get your
Private Pilots License!
PARTICIPANTS RESOURCES AND EXPECTATIONS

Success in this program requires dedication - the commitment shouldn't be taken lightly.

CADETS

Click here to view the scholarship handbook, resources, and more.

GUARDIANS

Click here to read the Handbook for Scholars and Guardians.

CAF UNITS

Click here to view the Unit Handbook and other resources.

QUESTIONS

Still have questions? Click here to contact us.

STEPS TO ACQUIRE YOUR PRIVATE PILOTS LICENSE

EXPLORE THE PROGRAM

Click here to review the Scholar Handbook

EXPRESS AN INTEREST

Let your CAF Unit know you are interested in pursuing your private pilots license

MEET WITH THE CAF

Meet with your CAF Unit to decide if this program is a good fit for you

FAA WRITTEN EXAM

You must complete and pass the FAA written exam before applying

APPLY

When you have completed the scholar checklist, your unit will provide you with the scholar application

CREATE A PLAN

Work with your CAF Unit and CFI to create a plan of action and a timeline for finishing the program

FIRST SOLO

Complete your first solo flight

FINAL COMPLETION

Complete all FAA steps to acquiring your private pilots license

FLY

Now you're ready to fly!

Still Have Questions?

Thouroughly read the scholarship handbook and review frequently asked questions (FAQs), then get in touch with us.
Let’s get you on the path to earning your Private Pilots License!

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