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  
  • *USAFA & AFROTC Cadets may apply through their institutions
  • **Non-US Citizens regardless of residency status are ineligible to apply

 

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Trembleau Mountain
106th Rescue Wing
Video by Senior Master Sgt. Cheran Campbell
June 14, 2018 | 3:41
B-Roll of Trembleau Mountain, Keeseville, N.Y., June 12, 2018. The crash site of Jolly 85, an HH-3E Helicopter from the 102nd Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Group, now 106th Rescue Wing, New York Air National Guard. Seven men were lost when the Jolly 85 crashed returning to base after training at Plattsburgh AFB, N.Y, June 13, 1978. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Senior Master Sgt. Cheran A. Cambridge) More

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Hurricane Florence - ANG Aerial Refueling
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Hurricane Florence - ANG Aerial Refueling
POTUS greets 106th Rescue Wing family and friends
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POTUS greets 106th Rescue Wing family and friends
The Interment of Major Andreas B O'Keeffe at Calverton National Cemetery
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The Interment of Major Andreas B O'Keeffe at Calverton National Cemetery
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Trembleau Mountain
Trembleau Mountain
40th Memorial Anniversary of Jolly 85
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40th Memorial Anniversary of Jolly 85
40th Memorial Anniversary of Jolly 85
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40th Memorial Anniversary of Jolly 85
40th Memorial Anniversary of Jolly 85
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40th Memorial Anniversary of Jolly 85
The funeral of Major Andreas O’Keeffe
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The funeral of Major Andreas O’Keeffe
The dignified arrival of Major Andreas O’Keeffe
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The dignified arrival of Major Andreas O’Keeffe
The Funeral of Master Sgt. Christopher Raguso 2/2
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The Funeral of Master Sgt. Christopher Raguso 2/2
The Funeral of Master Sgt. Christopher Raguso 1/2
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The Funeral of Master Sgt. Christopher Raguso 1/2
A Celebration of Life in honor of Maj. Christopher “Tripp” Zanetis
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A Celebration of Life in honor of Maj. Christopher “Tripp” Zanetis
A Celebration of Life in honor of Maj. Christopher “Tripp” Zanetis, Part 3
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A Celebration of Life in honor of Maj. Christopher “Tripp” Zanetis, Part 3
A Celebration of Life in honor of Maj. Christopher “Tripp” Zanetis, Part 2
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A Celebration of Life in honor of Maj. Christopher “Tripp” Zanetis, Part 2
A Family Reception for Fallen Members
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A Family Reception for Fallen Members
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Resources

AHFA Locations & Training Partners

  • California Aeronautical University, CA 
  • California Baptist 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
  • Tennesse State University, TN

*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