Speedway Flight Training Scholarship Fund.

STUDENT APPLICATION FORM

The Speedway Flight Training Scholarship Fund is dedicated to helping aspiring pilots achieve their aviation goals. Scholarships are awarded based on merit, demonstrated passion for aviation, financial need, and a clear commitment to pursuing a career in aviation.

Personal Information

Full Name

Date of birth

Address

Street Address *

City *

State

Country *

Postal code *

Email *

Phone *

Education Information

Current High School: [Name of high school] *

Year in School: [e.g., Senior, Junior, Sophomore, Freshman, High school senior] *

Current GPA (unweighted): *

Expected Graduation Date *

Flight Experience

Have you logged any flight time while taking flying lessons? *

Yes

Number of hours *

Aircraft Type Flown

Have you passed the FAA Private Pilot knowledge test? *

Yes

If yes, what grade? (FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test)

Employment History:

Please list current and past employment. Include employer, position/title, start and end dates, name of supervisor, and reason for leaving. (Include additional entries as needed.).

Current Employment

Employer [Company name]
Position/Title [Job Title]
Location [City/State]
Start Date [MM/YYYY]
End Date [MM/YYYY]
Hours per Week [e.g., 10-20]
Reason for Leaving (or note if currently employed) [e.g., seasonal work, relocated, pursuing school]
Supervisor's name
Supervisor's phone
Supervisor's email

Use this Structure for past employment:
Employer: [Company Name]

Position/Title: [Job Title]

Location: [City, State]

Start Date: [MM/YYYY]

End Date: [MM/YYYY or "Present"]

Hours per week: [e.g., 10–20]

Reason for leaving (or note if currently employed): [e.g., seasonal work, relocated, pursuing school]

Name supervisor [name, phone, email]

Past Employment: (Include adidional entries as needed)

Sports and Extracurricular Activities

List sports played and any leadership roles, years involved, positions, and notable achievements.

SPORT ACTIVITY

Sport: [e.g., Soccer]
Role: [e.g., Volunteer Coordinator]
Dates: [MM/YYYY–Present]
Total hours: [e.g., 120]
Responsibilities/impact: [e.g., scheduled volunteers, managed inventory]

CLUB ACTIVITY

Activity: [e.g., Robotics Club]
Role: [e.g., Team Member, Officer]
Years involved: [e.g., 2020–2024]
Notable achievements: [e.g., regional finalist]

Community Service and Volunteer Work

List organizations, roles, dates, and hours contributed.

ORGANIZATION 1

Organization: [e.g., Habitat for Humanity]
Role: [e.g., Volunteer]
Dates: [MM/YYYY–MM/YYYY]
Total hours: [e.g., 40]
Responsibilities/impact: [e.g., built home frames, organized donation drives]

OTHER ORGANIZATION

Organization: [e.g., Local Food Bank]
Role: [e.g., Volunteer Coordinator]
Dates: [MM/YYYY–Present]
Total hours: [e.g., 120]
Responsibilities/impact: [e.g., scheduled volunteers, managed inventory]

Essay Requirements

The following three essays should be submitted as three separate documents.
In each Essay, include your name and the title of the essay.
Format: Typed, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman or similar, 1-inch margins.

Please submit in .docx, .txt, or .pdf format.

Statement of Financial Need

Please provide a brief statement explaining your financial need, any extenuating circumstances such as family income, medical expenses, or student loans, and the steps you have taken to fund your training yourself, if any. Write 150–300 words here describing your financial situation.

Personal Statement / Why I Deserve This Scholarship

Provide a brief personal statement describing your passion for aviation, career goals, relevant experiences, leadership qualities, and how this scholarship will help you succeed.

Write 200–400 words here describing your motivations, goals, accomplishments, and how the training fits into your career plan.

College & Career Essay Requirement

Please submit a separate essay answering both prompts below:

Where do you plan to attend college? Include the name of the institution, the program or major you intend to pursue, and why you chose this school.
Why do you want to be a professional pilot? Describe your inspiration, long-term career goals, and how becoming a professional pilot aligns with your personal and professional objectives.

Essay length: 300–600 words total

References

Provide two or three references with contact information (name, relationship, phone, email):

Name: [Reference Name]
Relationship: [e.g., Employer, Teacher]
Phone: [--____]
Email: [[email protected]]

Name: [Reference Name]
Relationship: [e.g., Coach, Volunteer Supervisor]
Phone: [--____]
Email: [[email protected]]

Optional Attachments (suggested)

Resume
Official transcript
Copy of pilot logbook or flight training records (if applicable)

Supporting documents *

Certification and Signature

By checking this box, I certify that the information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize Speedway Flight Training Scholarship Fund, Inc. to verify the information provided as part of the selection process. I understand that providing false information may disqualify me from receiving this scholarship.

Signature *

Clear

Applicant Printed Name [First Last] *

Parents or Legal Guardians *

Name
Phone Number
Email