Air Pilots Trust
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The Air Pilots Trust, a charitable trust linked to the Honourable Company of Air Pilots—a City of London livery company—champions aviation education by providing scholarships and grants to individuals, removing financial barriers to training and fostering a skilled, diverse workforce. Established to advance knowledge across aviation branches, its ethos emphasizes excellence, accessibility for underrepresented aspiring pilots, and long-term professional standards amid rising sector costs and regulations. With deep industry ties, it prioritizes practical outcomes like flying scholarships, gliding courses, Private Pilot Licence (PPL) training, professional ratings, and continuing education in piloting, navigation, and safety, targeting young entrants, career upskillers, and those facing disadvantage.
It funds individuals only—not organizations, communities, or charities—primarily UK-based with occasional international awards via recognized providers, accepting unsolicited applications without income thresholds or entity restrictions. Beneficiaries demonstrate need, potential, and alignment with aviation career progression.
Typical grants range from £8,000–£10,000, fully covering direct training/exam costs (e.g., full PPL or gliding scholarships). Apply by emailing a scanned handwritten form (PDF, max 3MB) per website instructions—no CVs or extras; next deadline is 3rd February 2026 (12 noon) for 2026 flying/gliding awards, with April interviews and summer completion. Annual cycle.
Exclusions include non-aviation education, living expenses, debt repayment, capital projects, or core organizational funding. Distinctively, its laser-focus on hands-on aviation training, partnership-driven scholarships, and evidence-based impact on industry access sets it apart, ensuring grants catalyze real career advancement.
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Air Pilots Trust typically provides grants ranging from £8,000 - £10,000.
Where does Air Pilots Trust fund charities?
Air Pilots Trust funds charities operating in UK.
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