First Wings Scholarship

The First Wings Awards are semiannual awards presented by the Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarship Fund (AEMSF) of up to $6,000 based on the completion of specific training milestones. They are available only to Student Pilot Members of The 99s who meet eligibility requirements. To be eligible, applicants must hold a student pilot certificate (or provide evidence that they meet their country’s flight training requirement), have been an official Student Pilot Member of The Ninety-Nines for at least three months prior to the application deadline, have logged five hours in the six months prior to the application deadline, and show financial need.

The Spring First Wings Award Application deadline is April 1 each year. Membership join date must be no later than January 1 of that year.

The Fall First Wings Award Application deadline is October 1 each year. Membership join date must be no later than July 1 of that year.

Please visit the First Wings Award page on the International Ninety-Nines website for the latest information.