First-Ever Scholarship Provides Full Flight Training Valued At Over $100,000

The deadline is fast-approaching for applications to win the first full flight training scholarship to be offered by Delta Connection Academy. That scholarship, offered in association with the Organization of Black Airline Pilots, includes tuition, housing and books valued at over $100,000.

To apply, candidates must meet the outlined criteria below and submit the following information:

• Must be 18 yrs of age or older;
• Download and complete the Application of Admission form found at the FMI link below;
• Minimum of two years college experience and copy of Associates Degree or transcripts showing credits that would equal an AA degree;
• Copy of 1st or 2nd class FAA medical certificate. If medical certificate is needed, please visit www.flightphysical.com to find a certified flight physician in your area;
• Copy of US passport or US birth certificate;
• Copy of drivers license;
• Copy of any pilot certificate(s) – not required;
• Three (3) one page letters of recommendation. Limit one from family;
• Typed, descriptive 500-word essay on your passion for aviation and how this scholarship would impact your career goals; and
• Copy of resume
• OBAP member in good standing (Membership is open to all, visit www.obap.org for more information)

Candidates interested in applying for this scholarship must submit a completed application package including five copies postmarked no later than July 1, 2008. Finalists will be selected and interviewed by a selection committee.

The winning candidate will be announced at the Organization of Black Airline Pilots conference in Miami during the week of August 11-16, 2008.

FMI: www.deltaconnectionacademy.com, www.obap.org