After being shut down because of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) Flight Academy is once again accepting application packages from exceptional citizens across the country who want to earn their wings in 2021. AFJROTC high school cadets who will be 17 by July 9, 2021, and are interested in earning a private pilot certificate are encouraged to apply by November 25.
USAF JROTC Flight Academy Cadets Soar Again in 2021
Key Takeaways:
- The AFJROTC Flight Academy is accepting applications for 2021, offering exceptional high school cadets the opportunity to earn a private pilot certificate at no cost during an eight-week summer course.
- This scholarship program covers all expenses, including tuition, room, board, books, fees, and travel to partner universities, without requiring any military commitment.
- The academy aims to fully license students and provide a college experience, fostering both aviation skills and essential character traits, with a strong focus on increasing diversity in the pilot community.
- Eligibility requires AFJROTC cadets to have a minimum 3.0 GPA, pass an Air Force aviation aptitude test, secure endorsements, and demonstrate a strong interest in aviation, among other criteria.
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