John P. Culhane Professional Pilot Scholarship

Gives an aviator $2500 toward a professional piloting career.

From Alaska Airmen's Association

Amount
$2,500
Applications
Opens ~Jan 2027The page no longer lists a date for this scholarship. It says fall maintenance scholarships open September 1.
Who can apply
Alaska residents
Where the money works
Any flight school
Pays toward
Instrument, Commercial, Multi-engine, Flight instructor, ATP

Requirements

  • Must be an Alaskan pursuing an aviation goal.
  • Must be working toward a professional piloting career.

How to apply

  1. Read the applicant information on the how to apply page.
  2. Check the eligibility and important dates listed in the Applicant Guide.
  3. Submit your application through the online application portal.
  4. Watch for confirmation that your application was received.
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Opens Alaska Airmen's Association's own page. We never host an application.

Checked Oct 7, 2026 against Alaska Airmen's Association's page. We list scholarships we think are relevant for our program, not every one out there. Deadlines and amounts can change, so confirm them there before you apply.

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