What to Know
An AOPA donor-funded college award for eligible students pursuing careers such as aerospace engineering, professional flight, maintenance, instruction, or airport management.
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FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
Edward B. Shafer Future of Flight Scholarship
Up to $5,000* · College students · Aviation careers
Up to $5,000*College students · Aviation careers Verified against AOPA Foundation
KEY DETAILS
What This Opportunity Offers
College aviation study
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Multiple career fields
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Current AOPA availability varies
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