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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U.S. F-35s join NATO Allies in Ramstein Flag for cutting-edge air force integration, training
48th Fighter Wing
Video by Tech. Sgt. Emili Koonce
Oct. 7, 2024 | 2:28
Allied fighter jets participating in NATO exercise Ramstein Flag 24 fly in formation over the west coast of Greece, Oct. 4, 2024. Over 130 fighter and enabler aircraft from Greece, Canada, France, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom and United States are training side by side to improve tactics and foster more robust integration, demonstrating NATO’s resolve, commitment and ability to deter potential adversaries and defend the Alliance. (U.S. Air Force video by Tech. Sgt. Emili Koonce) More

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Combat Archer U.K. B-Roll Footage Week 1
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Combat Archer U.K. B-Roll Footage Week 1
Combat Archer U.K. recap reel
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Combat Archer U.K. recap reel
Combat Archer U.K. B-Roll Footage Week 2
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Combat Archer U.K. B-Roll Footage Week 2
494th FS conducts surge training B-Roll
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494th FS conducts surge training B-Roll
US, RAF F-35 hot-pit refueling at RAF Lakenheath B-Roll
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US, RAF F-35 hot-pit refueling at RAF Lakenheath B-Roll
119th Fighter Squadron Dedicates “Jersey Jerk” F-16 to Local Hero
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119th Fighter Squadron Dedicates “Jersey Jerk” F-16 to Local Hero
The 25th FS AFE Airmen mission
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The 25th FS AFE Airmen mission
Mustang of the Week: SrA Ashlyn Payton
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Mustang of the Week: SrA Ashlyn Payton
So others may live: 25 FS completes CSARTE
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So others may live: 25 FS completes CSARTE
U.S. F-35s soar through advanced air force integration, training with NATO Allies
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U.S. F-35s soar through advanced air force integration, training with NATO Allies
U.S. F-35s launch into Ramstein Flag exercise alongside partners, Allies B-Roll
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U.S. F-35s launch into Ramstein Flag exercise alongside partners, Allies B-Roll
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U.S. F-35s join NATO Allies in Ramstein Flag for cutting-edge air force integration, training
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48th Fighter Wing strengthens interoperability with Royal Air Force at ACE exercise
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48th Fighter Wing strengthens interoperability with Royal Air Force at ACE exercise
48th Fighter Wing demonstrates maneuverability alongside Royal Air Force at ACE exercise
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48th Fighter Wing demonstrates maneuverability alongside Royal Air Force at ACE exercise
77th FS and FGS at Bamboo Eagle 24-3
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77th FS and FGS at Bamboo Eagle 24-3
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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