a copy of their automobile driver’s license,
current passport, and list any moving violations, dates, locations and associated
details for the last seven years. candidates
must include a statement of conviction
(any type of violation of the law, moving
or not) with complete dates and locations.
candidates should provide details pertinent to any letters of inquiries from the
FAA regarding any aircraft incidents or accidents, and a list of all FAA check ride failures. (Scholarship value $35,000 each. total value $70,000)
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Delta Air Lines
Aircraft Maintenance Technology Scholarship
Delta Air Lines will award a $5,000 scholarship to a student currently enrolled in an Aviation maintenance technician program (A&p) or a degree
in Aviation maintenance technology. In addition to the $5,000 scholarship,
the recipient will receive a trip to the 20th Annual International Women in
Aviation conference in Atlanta, Georgia (includes round trip airfare, hotel
accommodations and conference fee). Applicants must be full-time students, with a minimum of two semesters left (as of February 2009), with a
cumulative GpA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale). Applicants must be U. S. citizens or eligible non-citizens.
IN ADDITION to all WAI requirements, please include a detailed essay (500 -1000 words), double spaced, type written which addresses the
following topics: 1. Who or What inspired you to pursue a career in Aviation maintenance technology? 2. What is or has been your greatest life
challenge, and how has it enriched your and/or someone else’s life? 3.
If someone else was to describe your greatest strength, what would it be
and why, and what do you consider to be your strongest characteristic and
why? 4. What has been your most memorable academic experience and
how did you handle this situation? 5. Why are you the most qualified candidate for the Delta Air Lines Aircraft maintenance technology Scholarship? (Scholarship value $5,000; estimated total value $6,000)
“If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It”
Scholarship
Nicole cagnolatti, A&p and pilot, has been
the recipient of several WAI scholarships
and benefited immensely from the assistance. She wants to personally contribute
to the WAI Scholarships by offering other
aviation dreamers the opportunity to pursue their dream. In addition to the WAI requirements, include a 500-word descriptive essay detailing your Aviation Dream
(Flight, maintenance, management, etc.),
where and how you hope to use this award,
and an approximate timeline of completion
towards your goal.
Applicants will be evaluated on a clear dream presented, past ambitious nature (aviation or other field, including volunteering) and following
application directions. Awards will be made out to the organization under
the recipient’s name. Applicants must use funds within one year of acceptance. Financial assistance to your dream must make sense for amount offered. (Scholarship value $500)
New Horizons Memorial Flight Scholarship
the New Horizons memorial Flight Scholarship will be awarded to a student pilot embarking on her/his first rating in any aircraft. preference will
be given to applicants over the age of 35. this scholarship is in memory of
a beloved friend and pilot who achieved her pilot certificate relatively late
in life and who continues to be an inspiration to many people even though
she has passed away. Applicants must have started their training and intend to finish their private certificate within 18 months of receiving the
scholarship. copies of student pilot license, medical and log books along
with letters of reference and a brief essay of applicant’s financial plan and
flight ambitions must be submitted with the application. (Scholarship value $500 or more)
Delta Air Lines – Engine Maintenance Internship
Internships are not included in the two per member scholarship limit.
Delta Air Lines would like to extend a 2009 Summer Internship ( 13 weeks)
opportunity to a student currently enrolled in a baccalaureate degree in
Aerospace/Aeronautical, mechanical or Industrial engineering. In addi-
tion to an internship position, the recipient will receive a trip to the 20th
Annual International Women in Aviation conference (includes round trip
airfare, hotel accommodations and conference fee). Applicants must be
full-time students at the junior or senior level with a cumulative GpA of 3.0
or better (on a 4.0 scale). Applicants must be U. S. citizens. Lodging accom-
modations will be provided for the duration of the 13 weeks.
compensation is paid to interns based on the following guidelines:
Junior – $2,253 per month ($13/hr) – Completed at least 60 hours in college
Senior – $2,427 per month ($14/hr) – Completed at least 90 hours in college
the primary role of the engine maintenance Operations intern is to par-
ticipate in and lead projects in support of engine maintenance production.
As an intern, the selected applicant will use his/her skills to investigate
a myriad of problems affecting the various maintenance areas and their
ability to produce quality, safe and timely products.
IN ADDITION to all WAI requirements, interested applicants should
submit a résumé and cover letter detailing their qualifications. Applicants
should list academic honors, scholarships, awards and special achievements. (Internship value $10,159 -$10,681 including salary, lodging, and
conference)
The Michele Marks-McCormick Memorial Seaplane Scholarship
—New for 2009
michele was 37 years old and the captain of the ill-fated chalks Flt 101 that
crashed in the miami cut on December 19, 2005. She was doing what she
loved to do, flying seaplanes. Her ultimate goal was to be a captain with
chalks Ocean Airways, which she accomplished.
Flying for them was always an adventure. michele was always spending what little money she earned on getting her flying lessons and ratings.
this scholarship is to celebrate michele’s birthday, and to help a struggling
young pilot obtain her seaplane rating. Applicants should possess at least
a private pilot’s certificate and a current medical.
the scholarship may be used at a school of your choice and must be
used within one year of acceptance. Funds will be paid directly to school
under recipient’s name. (Scholarship value $1,500)
O.D. Clemmer Memorial Scholarship—New for 2009
the family and friends of Dewitt clemmer are pleased to offer a $3,000
scholarship to be used in the pursuit of a private pilot certificate (fixed
wing, or helicopter rating). this scholarship will be awarded to the most
deserving person, regardless of gender or age. Learning to fly helicopters
in his 70’s, Dewitt lived life to the fullest. He pursued his passion for flying
and airplanes as a crop duster, mechanic, small town airport owner, avid
mechanic, pilot, flight instructor and Delta Air Lines captain. With 35,000
plus hours of flight time, it is fitting that he be remembered with this “Gift
of Flight.”
