The CloudDancer Scholarship is officially accepting applications for 2026. If you’re a U.S. military veteran ready to launch your career in aviation, this is your moment.

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Two Paths to the Sky

The Ashton Johnson Memorial Scholarship offers training scholarships to veterans who demonstrate honorable service, strong character, and a clear commitment to earning their certification. This year, we’re awarding scholarships across two tracks.

Pilot Scholarship — $17,500

Our flagship scholarship awards up to $17,500 toward Private Pilot certification, distributed at key milestones: $5,000 upon selection, $5,000 at first solo, $5,000 at solo cross-country, and $2,500 at checkride completion. Every dollar follows progress — because we invest in veterans who show up and do the work.

AMT Scholarship — $5,000 (New for 2026)

Brand new this year, the AMT track supports veterans pursuing Aviation Maintenance Technician certification. Through our partnership with the Thrust Institute of Maintenance, qualifying AMT recipients who enroll in TIM programs receive an additional $5,000, bringing their total award to $10,000.

Key Dates

Applications close 60 days after opening. Scholarship selections will be announced no later than October 1, 2026. Don’t wait — the window is open now.