Aircraft Maintenance

Aircraft Electronics Association Educational Foundation scholarships for avionics and aviation maintenance students, technicians, and eligible AEA-member employees or dependents.

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Award
Cash tuition awards and specialized training
Deadline
2026–27 deadline passed; next applications expected in October
Best for
Avionics and aviation maintenance students, technicians, and AEA families
Geographic eligibility
United States and international equivalents for selected awards
Number of awards
Multiple annual scholarships
Total program funding
Not published
Membership
Required for some employee/dependent awards
Application cycle
Annual academic-year cycle

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About this opportunity

The AEA Educational Foundation supports the future avionics and aircraft maintenance workforce through academic scholarships and professional training awards. Its portfolio serves students, working technicians, and eligible people connected to AEA member companies.

Who can apply

The foundation offers awards for students pursuing avionics or aviation maintenance careers, employees of AEA member companies, and in some cases children, grandchildren, or dependents of AEA members. Each scholarship publishes its own school, employment, GPA, and membership requirements.

What the award may cover

Awards may cover tuition, avionics or maintenance education, pilot training for eligible technicians, conference participation, or specialized professional courses.

How to apply

When the next cycle opens, download the application for each matching award and submit its essay, transcript, recommendation, employer or membership verification, and other required documents.

  • Verify the current deadline and every eligibility requirement.
  • Confirm how funds are paid and when they must be used.
  • Prepare transcripts, certificates, logbook totals, references, and essays early.
  • Save the confirmation and a complete copy of your submission.

Selection and application notes

Planning tip: Applications are separate and award-specific. Use the form for the correct academic year and verify whether it is for a student, technician, or AEA family member.