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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A Year of Collaboration and Community: 319th ERS Relocates to Kadena Air Base (Japanese Subtitles)
374th Airlift Wing
Video by Senior Airman Manuel Zamora
Nov. 21, 2023 | 5:55
After a year of community engagement and operations, the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron began relocating to Kadena Air Base from Japan Maritime Self Defense Force Kanoya Air Base on October 13th, 2023. An agreement made between the United States and the Government of Japan states that Kanoya Air Base would only house the unit for 1 year from the beginning of operations.

This shift to operations out of Kadena Air Base will ensure continued U.S. intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance supporting operations and requests of our allies and partners in the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron. The 319th ERS worked hand in hand with their Japan Maritime Self Defense Force brethren to help bolster the citizens of Kanoya’s reception of the U.S. military presence in their community. Events, including beach cleanups, rice planting, English teaching, and PACAF Band concerts, have all contributed to building a stronger U.S.-Japan alliance. 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