Air Force Aim High Flight Academy Pilot Scholarship
What is the Aim High Flight Academy?
The Aim High Flight Academy (AHFA) is an aviation scholarship for a three-week introductory flight program at various universities across the world. All expenses are paid for by the U.S. Air Force!
The mission of the AHFA is to inform, influence, and inspire the next generation of aviators and leaders. After completion of the AHFA, students will understand the pathways to become an Air Force officer, aviator, and earn up to 15 flight hours.
AHFA pairs high school students, USAFA, and AFROTC cadets with current Air Force members who provide mentorship about the various aviation professions and career fields.
2024-2025 Application Window
Applications for summer 2025 will open October 1, 2024 and will be open until October 31, 2024. To be notified of the application opening please fill out an interest form.
Resources and Contacts
How to Apply Student Information Sheet
General program questions: AFRS.Det1.Flight@us.af.mil
Student application, eligibility, training and support related questions: Afrs.ahfa.studentapplications@us.af.mil
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Scholarship Recipients Receive*
- Up to 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
Eligibility Requirements
- Be at least 16 years old by 1 June 2025
- Be enrolled in high school or a graduating senior*
- Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Have no more than 5 powered flight hours
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