Chapter 228 - Mesa, Arizona

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Ray Aviation Scholarship

EAA Ray Aviation Scholarship


The EAA Ray Aviation Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship program that is funded by the Ray Foundation, managed by EAA, and administered through the EAA Chapters network. Through the generous support of the Ray Foundation, EAA provides up to $12,000 to deserving youths to help cover their flight training expenses, totaling $2,250,000 in annual scholarship funding.

EAA chapters apply for a scholarship, and if approved, the chapter then awards the scholarship to a youth or young adult to help them become a pilot. In addition to scholarship funding, the chapter also helps mentor the scholar and supports them on their path to becoming a licensed pilot.

This scholarship is available for candidates 16-19 years old who are pursuing a Private Pilot or Sport Pilot certificate, and for candidates 15-19 years old who are pursuing a Glider Pilot certificate.

Learn more at EAA.org/RayScholarship

Contact:   Chuck Flint - cfflint@cox.net

EAA CH 228 Aviation Scholarship

Thanks to an anonymous donor, EAA Ch 228 received $15,000 for a flight training scholarship in 2026.We received applications from several outstanding candidates and have selected Addison (Addi) Anaya as the winner.

Addi is a 17 year old honor student who aspires to be a professional pilot for a major air carrier. She is currently working on her PPL with the Aviation Explorers Post 352 at Falcon Field. She has received numerous academic awards in High School, the most notable being the 2025 RMHS STEM Rising Star Award. She earns money to help with the cost of flying lessons by working part time as a certified soccer referee. 

In high school, Addi was recruited for a competitive travel soccer team, is currently enrolled in six weighted classes and participates in four clubs. Addi will be applying to Embry-Riddle to complete her flight training and earn a degree in aeronautical science. 

Congratulations Addi!

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