STRATEGIC PARTNERS

AHFA partners with multiple organizations who share similar missions to empower and engage youth in aviation. A complete list of our partners include:

AHFA

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Be at least 16 years old by 1 June of the flight training year.
  • Be enrolled in high school or homeschool during the flight training year.
  • Be a US citizen
  • Have no more than 5 powered flight hours 
  • 3.0 current Grade Point Average either with an unofficial GPA Transcript or a registrar/counselor verifiable memorandum.

Notes: 

  • No flight or aviation experience necessary (we teach you to fly!)  
  • No commitment or obligation to the Air Force  
  • *AFROTC Cadets may apply through their institutions
  • **Non-US Citizens regardless of residency status are ineligible to apply

 

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354th Civil Engineer Squadron snow plows
354th Fighter Wing
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Airmen from the 354th Civil Engineer Squadron clear snow off the flightline during a snowstorm at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Dec. 3, 2025. During the winter months, Airmen from the 354th CES provide continuous maintenance of the flightline during snowstorms to ensure operations. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Nicholas Paczkowski) More

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9th MSC help prepare for water and shelter distribution for the Saipan community
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9th MSC help prepare for water and shelter distribution for the Saipan community
B-Roll: 36th CRS unload typhoon relief supplies in Saipan
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B-Roll: 36th CRS unload typhoon relief supplies in Saipan
B-Roll: 36th CRS offload water purification system to support the Saipan community
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B-Roll: 36th CRS offload water purification system to support the Saipan community
B-Roll: NMCB-1’s Seabees help build tents for Saipan citizens
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B-Roll: NMCB-1’s Seabees help build tents for Saipan citizens
Trained to respond: Emergency management stays ready
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Trained to respond: Emergency management stays ready
B-Roll: 36th CRS unloads supply, supports Saipan humanitarian aid efforts
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B-Roll: 36th CRS unloads supply, supports Saipan humanitarian aid efforts
145th Civil Engineer Squadron, Rapid Damage Repair
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145th Civil Engineer Squadron, Rapid Damage Repair
2nd Civil Engineer Readiness Exercise
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2nd Civil Engineer Readiness Exercise
169th CES fire department structure burn highlight reel
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169th CES fire department structure burn highlight reel
169th Civil Engineer Squadron enhances readiness through Wateree maintenance project
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169th Civil Engineer Squadron enhances readiness through Wateree maintenance project
Assistant Chief Christopher Muriset is Helping Others, and Himself
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Assistant Chief Christopher Muriset is Helping Others, and Himself
11th CES conducts Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force training
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11th CES conducts Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force training
Team Hanscom Today highlights resilience resources, civilian workforce development, and uniform donation drive
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354th Civil Engineer Squadron snow plows
354th Civil Engineer Squadron snow plows
JBER Firefighters train with ANC Fire Department in a joint event
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AHFA Locations & Training Partners

  • California Aeronautical University, CA 
  • Marion Military Institute, AL 
  • Oklahoma State University, OK  
  • South Dakota State University, SD 
  • Troy University, AL
  • Schreiner University, TX
  • University of Texas San Antonio, TX

*To learn how to become one of our training locations please email: 

 Afrs.ahfa.studentapplications@us.af.mil 

SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS RECEIVE* 

  • Up to 12-15 flight hours 
  • Housing and meals during training 
  • Transportation to/from training location 
  • Classroom training (ground school) 
  • Flight simulator training 
  • All training is provided by FAA Certified Flight Instructors 
  • Access to university recreation facilities 
  • Mentorship from Air Force aviators  

*All items funded by USAF except:

  • FAA Class III Med Certificate
  • Luggage during travel
  • Personal driving to/from university assigned session

Contact us

Please direct program questions to:

Afrs.ahfa.studentapplications@us.af.mil

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