SCHOLARSHIPS
Each year the Edmonton Flying Club prides itself in being able to offer at least $5,000 to students who complete their training at the club.
The following scholarships are available:
Jack and Dorothy Melling Private and Commercial Pilot License Scholarship
Each year the Edmonton Flying Club prides itself in being able to offer at least $5,000 to students who have achieved their ppl or cpl licnses with an excellent result and are in overall good standing as a future professional pilot who will make us all proud as an EFC alumni!
Every year we rank the top private pilots. We combine the scores of both the private flight test and the private written examination. We do the same for the commercial students. From these scores, along with considering their overall attitude and goals, we determine the 3 highest achieving students and reward them with the funds accordingly.
Other Scholarships
From time to time the Club will also issue scholarships on a one time basis. This occurs if there is room in the budget at the end of the year. These scholarships are given to students who demonstrate a financial need, as we realize that flying is an expensive venture and we wish to see everybody pursue their dream of flying.
George Reid Scholarship
This scholarship has been created in honor of George Reid who was an EFC member for over 80 years! George was an all around amazing person. Someone who was always willing to help, especially with anything flying related and always with the best attitude. This scholarship is about #espiritdecorps and we look forward to awarding future members who show this same kindness and positivity during their training for years to come! But to keep this scholarship going we need to help the fund grow! For information on how to donate contact Radwan at [email protected].
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David Owen Scholarship
Applications are now open for the 3rd annual David Owen Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is in memory of EFC past member David Owen. David had a love of flying from a very early age and his family created this scholarship to keep his memory that much more alive!
For the scholarship, we are asking students who wish to apply to write a 1-page letter which can include photos or anything you wish to use to explain why you want to have an aviation career. We would also love to hear what in your life has brought you to the Edmonton Flying Club and about the people who have inspired you in your aviation journey.
There are 3 pilots, who were great friends of David’s who will review the applications and decide on who receives the award.
Requirements to apply for the $3500 annual scholarship:
1. Must be working toward a career as a professional pilot
2. Be a student at the Edmonton Flying Club
3. Have a love of aviation
4. The deadline for this year is June 17th, 2024.
Applications should be sent to [email protected]. Good Luck!!
STUDENT LOANS
Edmonton Flying Club is an approved educational institution for student loans for flight training.
Notes:
- At this time, student loans are not available for private pilot license (PPL) training.
- EFC will provide a letter of enrollment to assist with financial planning for flight training.
- Loan payments must start 6 months after the completion of your studies or if you withdraw from the program.
TAXES & FLIGHT TRAINING
A student may be able claim certain flight instruction expenses providing it is their intention to pursue a career in aviation.
Must be 16 years old to claim before the end of the tax year.
The CRA may deny your claim for your PPL if you have not registered and are actively pursuing your Commercial License.
Social Insurance Number is now required for us to generate the certificate.
Flying costs can be claimed up to the minimum licencing & rating requirements (i.e. 45 hours for the PPL, 65 hours for the CPL)
We will issue a tax certificate to students who have completed the request form.
Tax forms for 2020 training will be available by Feb. 28, 2021.
Need further information, call Gerald at 780-800-9639 Ext. 5 or email: [email protected]
