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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Iowa ANG’s 185th ARW Commander honors unit members at August commander’s call event
185th Air Refueling Wing, Iowa Air National Guard
Video by Senior Master Sgt. Vincent De Groot
Aug. 11, 2024 | 2:50
B-roll video shows a commander's call event at the Iowa Air National Guard's 185th Air Refueling Wing. Colonel Sonya Morrison called members of the 185th Air Refueling Wing for a special formation during their August training weekend. Morrison asked 185th Airmen to attend the commanders call event so she could thank unit members for their recent contributions to the Iowa Air National Guard mission. At the event a number of superior performers were recognized for special contributions along with the unit’s Airmen of the year and base honor guard. Unit members who are part of the Iowa Governor’s Ten rifle competition and food services were also recognized for their performance in recent competitions. At the event Colonel Morrison talked to unit members about the history and future of the Iowa Air National Guard’s mission in Sioux City. With members of the state staff from Des Moines, along with Sioux City Mayor Bob Scott in attendance, Morrison also talked about many changes in the Iowa National Guard mission as well as future plans. Lieutenant Col. Steve Peters serves as the 185th Wing Chaplain, he talked about the importance of community support of the Iowa National Guard mission. Lower thirds: Chaplain Lt. Col Steve Peters 185th ARW Wing Chaplain More

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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