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Who Can Apply: In honor of their service to our country, American Airlines will award one $5,000 scholarship to a military veteran or current service member who is pursing aviation/aeronautical education or training.

• This award will be paid directly to the accredited flight school, institution or college.
• Candidates will be evaluated on achievements, teamwork, leadership skills, motivation and community service involvement.
• Please submit application according to WAI scholarship guidelines.
• Finalists will be interviewed at WAI conference unless on deployment.
• In addition to WAI requirements, applicant must honorably served in the United States Armed Services and provide proof such as a DD form 214 or current military ID.
• Include name and address for the accredited institution, flight or training center used.
• Applicants must be available for interview at the WAI conference or phone interview if deployed.

American Airlines has a long history of supporting our nation’s veterans, those currently serving in the military, and their families. With many of our employees having served in the military, the company places a strong emphasis on its military and veteran’s initiatives. In addition, American Airlines provides monetary and travel assistance to numerous military non-profit organizations and provides travel on a compassionate basis through our ongoing partnerships with the Gary Sinise Foundation, the Airpower Foundation and Fisher House.

Submission: 

• two (one-page) recommendation letters
• typed, descriptive 500-word essay
• professional résumé
• copies of all aviation and medical certificates and the last three pages of your pilot logbook (if applying for flight scholarships). Other applicable information as requested for each specific award/grant/scholarship.

Deadline: November 12, 2018

Amount: $5,000

 

Learn More: https://www.wai.org/education/scholarships/2019/american-airlines-veteran%E2%80%99s-initiative-scholarship