The organization began as a Facebook group focused on providing support and mentorship for women who have pursued careers as pilots. Now, membership has grown to 11,800 members at last count, and it’s developed to the point where it is able to offer scholarships to eligible pilots, including type ratings.
FAST Offers Aviation Career Scholarships for 2021
Key Takeaways:
- An organization, which originated as a Facebook support group for female pilots, has expanded significantly to over 11,800 members and now offers various scholarships for women in aviation.
- These scholarships address a wide array of pilot needs, from type ratings and multi-engine add-ons to interview preparation and financial assistance for those returning to flying after a break.
- The application window for this year's awards is open until April 1, 2021, with winners scheduled to be announced on June 15.
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