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Wings for WarriorsPrivate Pilot Scholarship Application
01 · ORIGIN
WINGS FOR WARRIORS · PRIVATE PILOT LICENSE PROGRAM

Clear skies start
with a cleared application.

We fund Private Pilot License training for those who've served and are looking to make aviation their career thru the GI Bill.

Max award
$6,000
Est. time to complete
20–25 min
Contact
WisAv@WisAv.com
THE AIRCRAFT

Wings for Warriors has partnered with Wisconsin Aviation, an accredited flight school that demonstrates a commitment to supporting veterans. Flight training will be at any Wisconsin Aviation flight school location (Watertown KRYV / Juneau KUNU / Madison KMSN).

Piper Warrior II, N80968, parked on the ramp
A Piper Warrior II from Wisconsin Aviation's fleet. Photo courtesy Wisconsin Aviation
Cessna 172 Skyhawk II, N9002E, parked on the ramp
A Cessna 172 Skyhawk II from Wisconsin Aviation's fleet. Photo courtesy Wisconsin Aviation
ELIGIBILITY

Basic Requirements

  • ✓Applicants must be honorably discharged U.S. military veterans, active duty, National Guard, or reservists.
  • ✓Applicants must be eligible for the GI Bill.
  • ✓Applicants must be seeking to become professional pilots and make aviation their career.
  • ✓Applicants must reasonably believe they can obtain an FAA First-Class Medical. Before training begins, the applicant must obtain the First-Class Medical.
BRIEFING

Before you start

Wings for Warriors is a scholarship program that helps U.S. military veterans earn their Private Pilot Certificate — the first step into a civilian aviation career. The GI Bill covers advanced flight training, but not this first step, and that's the gap we exist to close. By covering costs the GI Bill doesn't reach, we help veterans move from military service into aviation with new opportunities for growth, employment, and leadership.

This application covers your personal information, military service record, education, aviation training background, financial need, a personal statement, and two references. Have the details below on hand — you won't be able to save and finish later.

$6,000
Max scholarship
400
Max words, personal statement
2
References required
Submission checklist
  • ✓Completed application form
  • ✓Copy of DD-214 or current military ID (not required to apply — can follow later)
  • ✓Personal and professional reference contact information
APPLICATION

Private Pilot License Program — Application

All sections are required unless noted otherwise. Fields marked * are required.

SEC 1

Personal Information

SEC 2

Military Service Information

SEC 3

Education

List your high school and any college or university you have attended.
High School
College / University — if you attended more than one, list your most recent or most relevant
SEC 4

Aviation Training Background

SEC 5

Financial Need & Funding Sources

Maximum award is $6,000.00.
SEC 6

Personal Statement

In 400 words or fewer, describe your military background, your path toward a professional pilot career, and how this scholarship will help you achieve it.
Words remaining (400 max): 400
SEC 7/8

References

Personal Reference — someone who knows you personally, not a relative (friend, mentor, community member)
Professional Reference — a supervisor, commanding officer, instructor, or employer who can speak to your work ethic
Supporting Document
File uploads aren't handled through this online form. You're welcome to submit your application now and send a copy of your DD-214 or current military ID afterward, by email to WisAv@WisAv.com with your full name in the subject line. We'll follow up if we need it before making a decision.
SEC 9

Certification

I certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false statement may disqualify me from consideration or result in forfeiture of a scholarship already awarded. I authorize the Wings for Warriors Scholarship Fund to verify my military service records and flight training information as needed to process this application.
By submitting, your application is sent directly to the Wings for Warriors Scholarship Fund review committee.
OUR PARTNERS

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EAA Chapter 320
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