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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Community Action Network: Military Family Life Counselors
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Video by Darius Caldwell
March 1, 2023 | 1:35
Military Family Life Counselors (MFLCs) are trained professionals who provide counseling services to military service members and their families. They work in various settings, including military bases, installations, and community support centers.

The primary role of an MFLC is to assist military personnel and their families in coping with the unique challenges and stresses of military life. These challenges can include deployments, frequent relocations, separations from loved ones, and other issues related to military service. MFLCs help families manage these challenges by providing individual and group counseling sessions, workshops, and support groups.

MFLCs are trained to help service members and their families with a range of issues, including relationship and marital problems, parenting challenges, stress and anxiety management, and grief and loss. They also provide guidance and support for issues such as child abuse, domestic violence, and substance abuse.

MFLCs are usually licensed mental health professionals with a Master's degree or higher in counseling or social work. They undergo specialized training in military culture and have experience working with military families. They are available to provide counseling services to service members and their families on a confidential basis, and services are generally provided at no cost.

In summary, MFLCs play a critical role in supporting the mental health and well-being of military service members and their families. They provide a range of counseling and support services to help military families cope with the unique challenges of military life and maintain their overall quality of life. More

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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