EAA Scholarship Program Has Launched 500 Private Pilots

Ray Foundation has made $1.8 million available to the organization for deserving youth.

Mark Phelps

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 03:12 PM ET

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Ray Scholars at EAA AirVenture 2023. [Courtesy: EAA]

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The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) announced that its Ray Aviation Scholarship program has enabled 500 recipients to complete flight training and earn their private pilot certificates.
Founded by the Ray Foundation, the scholarship provides up to $11,000 to help deserving youth cover flight training expenses, making pilot careers more accessible.
EAA attributes the program's high completion rate to the supportive environment provided by its chapter network.
In addition to financial aid, the Lightspeed Aviation Foundation partners with EAA to award a Zulu 3 headset to scholars upon completing their first solo or passing their written exam.

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The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) announced Thursday that its Ray Aviation Scholarship program has now seen 500 recipients complete flight training and earn their private pilot certificates.

Founded by James and Joan Ray, the Ray Foundation enables EAA and its chapter network to provide up to $11,000 for deserving youth to help cover flight training expenses. The foundation has made $1.8 million available to the EAA this year.