Application Deadline
Aug. 11, 2025
Target Candidate
Business aviation professionals
Award Amount
Funds of up to $2,500 to be used for advanced aviation professional education. Examples would be the Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) program, Professional Development Program (PDP) courses and other advanced aviation courses.
Notification/Award Period
Awarded annually at NBAA-BACE
U.S. Citizenship/Permanent Resident Status Required?
Yes
Other Requirements
Completed application package, which consists of current resume, essay and two signed letters of recommendation.

NBAA Charities and the C&W Family annually awards up to $2,500 to one business aviation professional seeking continued professional development opportunities to advance their existing careers. The scholarship selection committee will focus on applicants that are able to express their dedication to furthering the business aviation industry.

Awards will be made to U.S. citizens without regard to sex, race, religion or national origin. Scholarships will be awarded in the fall of 2025, and checks will be made payable to the school or program. Scholarship recipients must use the funds by Dec. 31, 2026, or risk forfeit of the award.

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Completed application package, which consists of essay, current resume, two signed letter of recommendation, must be received by NBAA no later than Aug. 11, 2025, to be considered for the scholarship.

NBAA scholarship applicants are limited to receiving one award per person, every other year. For instance winners of a scholarship in 2024 are not eligible in 2025, but will be in 2026.

Direct all questions about this application to scholarships@nbaa.org.