The Flying Musicians Association (FMA) is accepting nominations for the 2027 FMA Solo Program, an initiative offering flight training scholarships to high school music students pursuing aviation.
The program sponsors students through their first solo flight, covering approximately 15 hours of dual instruction, along with flight training materials, according to FMA officials. Scholarship recipients also serve as FMA youth ambassadors for their regions.
“The FMA Solo program is built on the belief that the discipline, practice, and concentration required to master a musical instrument are the same attributes that make a successful pilot,” said John Zapp, president and CEO of FMA. “We look for students who have been taught the ‘right stuff’ through their music training and are ready to apply those skills in the cockpit.”
Eligibility and Deadlines
To qualify, candidates must be high school juniors or seniors nominated directly by their music director or teacher. Applicants must reach a minimum age of 16 by March 31, 2027, hold proof of citizenship, secure parental consent if under 18, and be eligible to obtain a third-class FAA medical certificate or international equivalent.
Nominations close on Jan. 31, 2027. Finalists will be announced on March 1, 2027, followed by the official recipient notification on May 1, 2027.
For more information: FlyingMusicians.org
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