We have taken the time to research all the flying scholarships and pilot sponsorhips that
are currently avaliable in the UK.
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You can find information of all currently avaliable flying scholarships and busaries below.
Atlantic Airlines Cadet Scheme
Atlantic Airlines, the UK's largest independent cargo carrier, are recruiting cadets for their pilot sponsorship scheme.
This excellent scheme funds current PPL holders through to a frozen ATPL, where the cadet will become a first officer with
Atlantic Airlines. The cadet will pay back 50% of training costs from their salary once a fully qualified pilot.
This scheme is highly reccomended as Atlantic Airlines are one of the few airlines sponsoring such a scheme today. As well as flying
training, the scheme exposes the cadet to all aspects of the airline from operations to sweeping the hanger floor.
| Details |
Sponsored pilot training for current PPL holders to a fully qualified pilot (frozen ATPL) working for Atlantic Airlines. |
| Entry Requirements |
- Hold a current JAR PPL, preferably with night rating, with 150 logged flying hours
- Hold a Class One Medical Certificate
- Hold a UK driving licence
- Be 18-26 years old
- Be eligible to work in the UK
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| Further Info |
Click Here for more info. |
| Application Form |
Download Application Form Here |
CTC Wings Pilot Sponsorship
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CTC wings offers a world class sponsored pilot training programme. They are partenered with some of
the top airlines including British Airways, Monarch, Thomson, Easyjet and others.
On completion of the course graduates can expect to be recruited by one of the partner airlines.
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| Details |
Sponsored pilot training all the way to an airline pilot. |
| Entry Requirements |
- 5 GCSEs inc Maths, English & Science ( C grade & above).
- 2 A-Levels C Grade & Above ( Maths & Science based subjects prefered).
- Be fluent in the English Language.
- Hold the right to live and work in the EU.
- Be able to produce a crinimal record check.
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| Intake |
Applications are accepted most of the year. |
| Further Info |
Visit CTC Wings for more info. |
Glen Stewart Flying Scholarships
The Glen Sewart trust offers PPL scholarships for 15-20 years olds. The trust
was founded in the memory of Glen Steward who was a talented flying instructor.
| Details |
Fully funded training towards a PPL. |
| Entry Requirements |
- 15-20 years of age.
- Should be able to obtain a JAA class two medical certificate.
- Must be a UK citizen.
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| Intake |
Dependent on the funds raised by the trust. |
| Further Info |
www.flyingscholarship.co.uk |
GUILD Flying Scholarships
Every year the Guild of Air Pilots and Navigators award
a number of scholarships and busaries for flying training. 2008 is no
different and GUILD are accepting applications now for the following
scholarships.
| Details |
Full PPL scholarships avaliable for training in
2008. |
| Entry Requirements |
- 17 or over
- Be able to satisfy class 2 medical examination
- Be able to demonstrate knowledge in maths or
other aviation subjects.
- Avaliability to train in summer 2008.
- Show ambition for an aviation career.
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| Closing Date |
9 April 2008 |
| Further Info |
Download an Application form here. |
Air League Flying Scholarships and Busaries
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The Air League awards a number of various flying scholarships each year. |
| Details |
Provides full funding for to achieve a National
Priave Pilots Licence (NPPL). |
| Details |
Provides funding for between 12 and 15 hours of
flying training towards the National Privare Pilots Licence (NPPL).
40-50 flying scholarships to be awarded this year. |
| Entry Requirements |
- Ages between 17 and 26.
- Member of the Air League (if you are not then
you must join beforehand.
- A permanent UK resident.
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| Closing Date |
Applications accepted beteen December and February. |
| Details |
Provides funding for between 5-8 hours of
advanced flying training for current PPL holders. |
| Entry Requirements |
- Must join the Air League.
- Permanent UK residents only.
- No age limits.
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Click here for further information on all of the flying scholarships
offered by the Air League.
RAFA Scholarships
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The Royal Air Force Association (RAFA) offer a number of prestigous flying scholarships to
Air Cadets each year.
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| Details |
5 scholarships avaliable towards a NPPL. 1 for 35 hours and 4 for 12 hours. |
| Entry Requirements |
- Member of the Air Training Corps for at least 12 months.
- Born a Citizen of the Commenwealth or Republic of Ireland.
- Aged between 17 and 20.
- Able to gain a NPPL medical declaration.
- 5 GCSEs A-C Grades inc Maths & English.
- Be avaliable to attend flying training of up to 45 days.
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| Closing Date |
31st January 2010. |
| Further Info |
Download an Application form
here |
