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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For The Next Generation
71st Flying Training Wing
Video by Senior Airman Christopher Ornelas
Jan. 28, 2025 | 2:04
Maj. Ronald Todd, a T-6A Texan II instructor pilot with the 5th Flying Training Squadron, highlights the unique mission of the "Spittin’ Kittens" at Vance Air Force Base, Okla. As the only reserve unit at Vance Air Force Base, the 5th Flying Training Squadron brings a wealth of experience, with its seasoned pilots playing a vital role in training and producing world-class aviators for Team Vance. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Christopher Ornelas Jr.) More

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69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron conduct operations during Bomber Task Force Europe 25-2
5th Munitions Squadron Powers BTF 25-2 with Precision and Pride
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Minot B-52s take off in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 25-2
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69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron prepares for first sortie during Bomber Task Force Europe 25-2
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Minot's 2024 Annual Load Competition
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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