In a nutshell, the Women in Flight program works with different aviation partners to offer a variety of scholarships that help pay for training programs. But there’s much more to it!
As a Woman in Flight Ambassador, you will participate in many networking opportunities and meet key people within the aviation industry. As an ambassador, you represent the women who aspire to one day soar through the sky or just don’t know that a career in the skies is an option for women!
In addition, you become a role model for future generations of women pilots. As a pivotal pillar of the movement, you show girls and women that becoming a pilot is an achievable, sustainable, and truly wonderful profession.
Pilots are in increased demand globally, and there are many opportunities within the aviation industry. The time is now for more women to get on board!
We’ve partnered with airlines across the globe, each offering different opportunities. For example, one airline might offer partial funding for training, and another full funding, some include an employment opportunity. It all depends on what is offered in your region of eligibility.
The process is simple.
First, you need to be enrolled in a cadet or training program before you can apply to Women in Flight. Then you’ll be invited to apply, if eligible.
Our team will contact you with the next steps, which will include creating an application video answering a series of questions like: Why do you want to become a pilot? What will it take to achieve that goal? What are some of your hobbies? What does this scholarship mean to you? What would being a Woman in Flight Ambassador mean to you?
The selection process differs slightly by program, but one thing remains the same: we want to find out if you have what it takes to be an ambassador.
In all cases, many groups are involved in the selection process. Your application will be reviewed by different stakeholders who will consider a variety of factors.
We are looking for women with a strong sense of confidence and professionalism, outstanding communication skills, enthusiasm, and the ability to inspire other women to consider a career in aviation.
Your role as an ambassador is to inspire the next generation of female pilots.
As a Women in Flight Ambassador, you will help women discover a career in aviation. In your day-to-day activities, at events and networking opportunities, we want you to bring your experience to life and spread the word with your network on social media.
This is an opportunity to give back, tell your story, share your journey, and inspire others.
CAE Women in Flight Ambassador
Bombardier Learjet Maintenance Initial Scholarship ($12,000 USD value)
The scholarship winner should have the knowledge and experience level required for licenses issued under ICAO standards or an equivalent qualification. The course is 10 days and will be conducted in Dallas, Texas.
The scholarship winner is responsible for all lodging and travel costs. This course has no cash value and is non-transferable. The scholarship award must be started within one year of the scholarship award date. Class date selection is only allowed from current published class date schedule at the CAE Dallas training center.
With the scholarship you will become a CAE Women in Flight Ambassador. Your role as an ambassador is to inspire the next generation of female pilots.
CAE Women in Flight Ambassador
Citation Bravo Type Rating Scholarship ($18,000 USD value)
Upon successful completion of the pilot initial training course, the recipient will earn a PIC type rating in the appropriate aircraft program: Cessna Citation Sovereign (CE-680 type designation) – New Jersey, Cessna Citation Bravo or Ultra (CE-500 type designation) – Dallas, Beechcraft King Air 350i (BE-300 type designation) – Dallas.
The scholarship Recipient must, as a minimum, be a holder of a private pilot certificate (500 hours PIC) with multiengine (100 hours) and instrument (100 hours) ratings. For this scholarship award, instrument skills are key to success. Before the type course, the winner will receive a Jeppesen Review and Cockpit Resource Management (CRM) course (approximately one day in length) to prepare the winner for the type rating course.
With the scholarship you will become a CAE Women in Flight Ambassador. Your role as an ambassador is to inspire the next generation of female pilots.
Are you our next CAE Women in Flight Ambassador – Air Canada?
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