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How do I
apply?
First, peruse the requirements below.
Then download your application,
and submit to the career counselor at your high school.
Purpose:
To provide initial pilot training
to a Citrus County high school senior, leading to FAA certification
as a Private Pilot ASEL. Alternatively, advanced training of an
equivalent value may be arranged.
Eligibility:
1. Senior in good standing at a Citrus County high school.
2. Seventeen (17) years of age by March 1 st of senior year.
3. Grade point average of 3.0 or above.
4. Strong interest in aviation career.
5. Meets requirements of FAA Third Class physical.
6. Waivers of (2) and (3), above, will be considered for otherwise
exceptional candidates.
Deadline:
Applications must be received by October
10 th of senior year.
Selection:
A committee comprised of the County
Aviation Advisory Board’s chairman, Crystal Aero Group’s
president, and Citrus County Aviation Association’s president
(or designated representatives) will review applications and select
a short list for personal interviews. (Applicants unable to attend
the interview on the scheduled date will be considered on the basis
of record only.) The review committee will select a primary candidate
and a first and second alternate by November of the senior year.
Conditions:
- Training
will take place with Crystal Aero Group.
- The scholarship
includes all costs associated with training, including ground
school, training materials, dual and solo flights,
aviation medical exam and all stage and final flight and ground
tests. Value: $7000
- Training
must be completed within six months of the date of selection.
- Flight hours
limited to the minimum required hours of 35.
- Employees
of Crystal Aero Group and their dependents are not eligible for
this scholarship
return
to Scholarship page
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