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Helping local students take the next step toward flight training, maintenance, and other aviation careers.
Scholarship Opportunities
EAA Chapter 648 is committed to helping aspiring aviators fund their training. Below you'll find three categories of scholarships: the EAA Ray Aviation Scholarship (a national program administered through local chapters), our own Chapter 648 scholarship, and a collection of additional aviation scholarships from other organizations. Click the tabs below to explore each opportunity.
Always verify current requirements, deadlines, and award amounts on each program's website.
EAA Ray Aviation Scholarship
Closes June 15, 2026
The EAA Ray Aviation Scholarship provides up to $12,000 in flight training funding to young people ages 16–19 who are engaged with a local EAA chapter. Scholars are matched with a chapter mentor and have up to 12 months to earn their private pilot certificate.
Eligibility
Age 16–19 for powered flight training (Private or Sport Pilot)
Age 15–19 for glider training
Possession of a student pilot certificate (U.S. scholars)
At least a 3rd class medical certificate (Private Pilot students only)
Must have received at least one EAA Young Eagles flight
Able to begin flight training within 30 days of scholarship start date
Additional consideration given for multiple Young Eagles flights, EAA student membership, and participation in the Young Eagles Flight Plan / Sporty's Learn to Fly Course.
Two hours of chapter volunteer service per month (Young Eagles rallies, pancake breakfasts, chapter events, etc.)
Submit regular progress reports during monthly check-ins
Meet flight training milestones:
3 months — first solo flight
6 months — pass written exam
12 months — pass checkride
Note: Funding is dependent upon meeting training milestones and submitting progress reports on time. Failure to meet deadlines may result in discontinuance of the award.
Each year, EAA Chapter 648 awards at least one aviation scholarship to a local student pursuing
flight training or another aviation pathway. Awards may be used toward lessons, written exams,
ground school, or other qualified expenses.
Each year, EAA Chapter 648 sponsors up to two young people to attend EAA's Air Academy, a week-long aviation education camp held at EAA's headquarters in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The chapter covers the cost of attendance, giving students a hands-on immersion into the world of aviation.
Beyond our chapter and EAA national scholarships, many organizations offer funding for flight training, maintenance programs, and aviation careers. Check each program's website for current deadlines and eligibility.
AOPA Flight Training Scholarships
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
Multiple scholarships for high school students, teachers, and adults pursuing primary flight
training or advanced ratings.
In addition to national programs, scholarships are often available through local flight schools, FBOs, aviation businesses, and other Colorado EAA chapters.
Check with your local flight school or FBO for in-house scholarships or discounts.
Ask your high school counseling office about local aviation awards.
Visit nearby EAA chapters' websites for additional chapter-level scholarships.
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