Senator James M. Inhofe FAA Knowledge Test Scholarship

Program Type: Scholarship for aspiring pilots

Geographic Scope: Oklahoma

Eligibility:

• Oklahoma students enrolled in the AOPA Foundation's "You Can Fly" STEM curriculum
• Students pursuing private pilot or remote pilot certification

Focus Areas:

• Aviation education and pilot training
• Workforce development in general aviation
• STEM education

Award Details:

• Award Amount: $250 per recipient
• Coverage:
  • FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Exam OR FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Knowledge Exam testing fee
  • Transportation to a Federal Aviation Administration-approved knowledge testing center
  • Additional preparation materials
• Award Timeline: Scholarship funds awarded in May; students have 12 months to use the funds to take their exam

Background:

• Established in honor of Senator Jim Inhofe's contributions to aviation
• Named after the former U.S. Senator who championed aviation rights and pilot protections
• Supports Senator Inhofe's priorities of ensuring next-generation pilots have resources to pursue aviation careers

Contact Information:

• Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association: 1-800-872-2672
• Website: www.aopa.org
• The State Chamber: (405) 839-7225

How to Apply

Application Process:

• Applications are submitted through the AOPA Foundation
• Students are selected from those enrolled in the AOPA Foundation's "You Can Fly" STEM curriculum

Timeline:

• Scholarship funds awarded in May
• Recipients have 12 months to use funds to take the Remote Pilot Knowledge Exam or FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Exam

To Donate (to support the scholarship):

1. Visit AOPA Foundation Donation portal: "AOPA Foundation Donation – In Honor"
2. Enter "Senator James Inhofe" in the "In Honor of" field
3. Enter "R22HSSS" in the "Key Code" field
4. Complete remaining contact information and payment fields
5. Click "Donate!" to process

Alternative Donation Method:
Mail donations to:
AOPA Foundation
421 Aviation Way
Frederick, MD 21701

For More Information:

• Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association: 1-800-872-2672
• www.aopa.org
• The State Chamber: (405) 839-7225