Helicopter Foundation International is pleased to be accepting applications for the Commercial Helicopter Rating Scholarship, a scholarship specifically geared to students currently in the process of obtaining their commercial license and enrolled an FAA approved Part 141 school or the international equivalent. Up to four winners will be selected from all of the qualified applicants and they will be invited to join us at HELI-EXPO 2012 in Dallas, Texas.

The November 30th deadline is almost here! Do not miss the opportunity to ease the burden of your educational costs!

This scholarship, funded by the HFI and supporting organizations and individuals, provides up to $5,000 to assist a candidate, who currently holds a private helicopter pilot license to obtain a commercial helicopter rating. A primary determinant will be evidence of the applicant’s skill and ability to be a commercial helicopter pilot and interest in pursuing a career as a pilot in the helicopter industry.

Deadline for submitting an application is November 30, 2011. Scholarships will be awarded in February 2012.

Payment of scholarship monies is conditional upon receipt of supporting documentation from the attended school that the student has successfully completed the required coursework and has been licensed and received an FAA Commercial Helicopter Pilot Certificate from a certified FAA Part 141 school or international equivalent.

Scholarship funds will only be applied to tuition costs. Scholarship winners are responsible for their own transportation and ancillary expenses (books, meals, lodging).

Additional information and the requisite forms to fill out may be obtained at www.helicopterfoundation.org. Any questions or concerns should be directed to the Foundation’s Vice President / Curator, Marty Pociask at marty.pociask@rotor.com or 703-683-4646.