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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Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems B-Roll
6th Air Refueling Wing
Video by Airman 1st Class Lauren Cobin
Aug. 25, 2021 | 13:55
Airman 1st Class Kyle Fultz, Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems (RAWS) specialist from the 6th OSS demonstrates radio operations at Mac Dill AFB, Florida. Technicians are responsible for air traffic and warning radar systems, and fixed and deployable navigational aids, weather equipment and radios, RAWS specialists ensure that the equipment utilized by air traffic controllers and pilots is in perfect working order. These specialists install and maintain everything from air traffic control and weather equipment to ground control and navigational aids to ensure aircraft can be safely guided through takeoff and landing. More

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RAWS is the Real Deal
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RAWS is the Real Deal
Introduction to RAWS
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Introduction to RAWS
The 355th OSS and the 25th OWS trained at DM’s Mt. Lemmon RAWS site.
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The 355th OSS and the 25th OWS trained at DM’s Mt. Lemmon RAWS site.
Career Spotlight: Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems
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Career Spotlight: Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems
Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems Raw Interviews
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Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems Raw Interviews
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Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems B-Roll
Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems B-Roll
31st FW RUYS; Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems team
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31st FW RUYS; Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems team
Osan Assemble's PACAF's First D-ILS
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Osan Assemble's PACAF's First D-ILS
PACAF's First D-ILS
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PACAF's First D-ILS
39th OSS--Always here! Always ready!
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39th OSS--Always here! Always ready!
Getting Things Done
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Getting Things Done
B-Roll Operations Support Squadron Radar Airfield and Weather Systems
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B-Roll Operations Support Squadron Radar Airfield and Weather Systems
Roll Up Your Sleeves: RAWS
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Roll Up Your Sleeves: RAWS
Ellsworth's Year In Review | Raw Version
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Ellsworth's Year In Review | Raw Version
Trial Farm Government School Interview B-Roll
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Trial Farm Government School Interview B-Roll
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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