NATA is dedicated to promoting safety, professionalism, education and training as a means for individuals to advance their careers. The NATA Business Scholarship is to be used for continuing education for employees of NATA member companies. All applicable studies should be directly related to furthering the skills applicable to working at an FBO, charter company maintenance facility or flight school. Applicable training includes any aviation maintenance program under the aegis of Part 147 or 65; any pilot certificate or rating under Part 61 or 141; and any aviation-related two-year, four-year or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university. Applicants must be nominated and endorsed by a representative of a Regular or Associate Member Company of the NATA. Applicants must also possess a Student Pilot Certificate (or higher), with a third-class medical certificate, if applying for pilot certificates or ratings. Two or more letters of recommendation are required. Those in flight training should provide a progress report. Applicants must submit the application and required documents no later than the last Friday in December. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.