Scholarships 2008

The Guild scholarships and bursaries provide a unique opportunity for people who would like to become pilots or to further their qualifications as pilots

J N Somers Scholarship 2009
The Guild of Air Pilots and Air Navigators are very pleased to be able to announce the re-availability of the JN Somers Scholarship for the year 2009.  The application form for this scholarship, for a frozen JAA ATPL, (training commencing in spring 2009) is now available on this website. The closing date for receipt of applications will be 13^th June 2008.  Full information regarding the criteria required from the candidate is contained within the application form, but for ease of information a candidate must fit the following criteria:

•  Minimum Age of 18 years and maximum 26 years on 13^th June 2008  (i.e. born between 17 June 1981 – 16 June 1990)

• Holder of Class 1 JAA  Medical Certificate VALID ON 13^th June 2008

• Educational standards of at least 5 GCSE passes in relevant subjects.(e.g. English, Maths, Science) and at least 2 A level passes or equivalent level of qualification (as determined by the Qualifications Curriculum Authority www.qca.org.uk)

• Evidence of strong motivation towards a career in aviation – evidence of progression towards a PPL will enhance a candidate’s application

The J.N. Somers Award will generously provide funding for a full time course of Air and Ground studies, leading to the award of a frozen JAA ATPL.  Training at a JAA approved training organisation will commence in Spring 2009 at a training organisation considered to be the most suitable available world-wide, selected by GAPAN.

Several PPL (fixed wing) scholarships and a few FI(R) (both fixed wing and rotary) scholarships are to be awarded in 2008.   The application process for these has now reached the interview stage.  The awards will be available again in 2009. 

The Guild will be able to offer 2 Jet Orientation course scholarships courtesy of EPST, and up to 3 Bursaries are available to assist the successful instructor, who might otherwise not have the necessary resources, to achieve their Rating.  The Bursary covers only direct training and examination costs. The costs of obtaining the required Medical Certificate, and any associated travel, subsistence, and accommodation expenses are the responsibility of the Bursary winner. The bursaries available (as long as there are enough individual applications) are:

                                                Instrument Rating Instructor (up to £2,000)

                                                Aerobatics Instructor (up to £1,250)

                                                Multi-Engine Instructor (up to £3,000) 

Alternatively, forms can be obtained from the Guild office by post – you should send a self-addressed, stamped envelope clearly marked as to which application form you require.  We regret – we are unable to send out application forms by post unless full postage has been received.  

Outline criteria for all scholarships are listed on page one of each application form and should be read carefully. The criteria outlined on each form as a minimum for selection consideration is not always a reflection of CAA/JAA policy, but it is the minimum standard required by the Guild.  The Guild will not enter into discussion with any candidate who falls outwith the selection criteria as outlined on the individual application form.  A candidate who does not meet minimum requirements as outlined fully on each application form will not be eligible for consideration.  It is advisable to read each application form with care to ensure you are able to comply with the standards and expectations required.

Specific Dates for Applications are as follows: 

 The JOC Scholarships - Closing date for receipt of applications 29 August 2008
                                            (training to be completed during the Autumn of 2008)

Flight Instructor Rating Bursaries - Closing date for receipt of applications 26 September 2008
                                                           (training to be completed during the Winter 2008/2009)

Updated 16-Mai-2008
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