Santa Rosa Ninety-Nines Aviation Scholarship

The Santa Rosa Ninety-Nines Aviation Scholarship is an annual award from the Santa Rosa chapter of the Ninety-Nines International Organization of Women Pilots for a local woman pilot. It provides financial support to be used for a specific flight training rating or certificate and/or continuing education that furthers the recipient’s pursuit of a career in aviation. Funds are reimbursed based on signed receipts and must be used within one year of receipt. Selection is based on aviation involvement, career goals, recommendations, achievements and demonstrated financial need.

$5,000 toward academic tuition, technical school fees, or flight training for one aviation rating or certificate; reimbursement based on receipts and required documentation.

Applicants must be women pilots holding at least a current private pilot license, with a current medical certificate and current flight review; planning a career in aviation through additional flight training or education; residing within 150 miles of Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport in Santa Rosa, California; at least 17 years old; and not previous recipients of this scholarship.

Complete the official scholarship application form with required personal essay and recommendations, submit materials so they are postmarked by the application deadline; winners and non-qualifying candidates will be notified by October 31.