Applications for this scholarship are now closed.
We invite you to read about scholarship winner Caleb Orange
The info below is is for historical reference only.
This Scholarship for aspiring helicopter pilots was launched in 2026, through a partnership with the James PG Foundation.
For any questions regarding the scholarship or to be a sponsor for future scholarships, please contact us.
All the details and guidelines are provided below. Please read them before beginning your application.
Key dates:
- Applications open: 8 June 2026
- Applications close: 5 July 2026
- Flying training organisation provides supporting info: 6 July – 26 July 2026
- Winner announced : 8 September 2026
The Scholarship package includes:
- $4,750 NZD towards flight hours for a PPL(H) – approximately 5 hours in a Cabri G2.
- $3,000 worth of support to attend the Aviation Industry Association Annual Conference, including accommodation & travel
- $ 750 of Aviation apparel from Eye In The Sky, James PG Foundation, Over The Top.
- $1,500 of support to complete a HUET (Helicopter Underwater Evacuation Training) course, including accommodation & travel.
- Additional benefits from AOPA NZ.
Main eligibility criteria
- Open to NZ Citizens, living in NZ, aged between 17 and 25 years old at application closing date.
- Scholarship winner may not conduct any training in a Robinson helicopter during scholarship funding period.
- Other criteria and eligibility details included in the resources below.
Resources:
- Guidelines for applicants & flying training organisation, terms and conditions
- Example of questions in the application form – to help you prepare
- Example of flying training organisation questionnaire – to help you prepare