FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program
FAA - Aviation Next Gen
About This Grant
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is accepting applications for the fiscal year (FY) 2026 FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program of which 20 percent of the total amount funded will be used to carry out the Willa Brown Aviation Education Program. The purpose of the Program is to attract future aircraft pilots or unmanned aircraft systems operators to the aviation industry throughout the United States and U.S. territories.
Grant Summary
FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program is a FAA - Aviation Next Gen grant providing up to $1M for nonprofit, small business, university. The application deadline (2026-06-22) has passed. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- a. Air carrier as defined in Section 40102 of Title 49, U.S. Code; b. Entity that holds management specifications under Subpart K of Part 91 of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations; c. Accredited institution of higher education (20 U.S.C. § 1001), a postsecondary vocational institution, or a high school or secondary school (20 U.S.C. § 7801); d. Flight school that provides flight training defined in Part 61 of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, or that holds a pilot school certificate under Part 141 of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations; e. Labor organization representing professional aircraft pilots; f. Aviation-related nonprofit organization described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that is exempt from taxation under Section 501(a) of such code; or g. State, local, territorial, or Tribal governmental entity. h. Individuals are ineligible to apply under this NOFO.
How to Apply
Up to $1M
2026-06-22
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program from FAA - Aviation Next Gen, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to FAA - Aviation Next Gen before the deadline.
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FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program?
FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program is offered by FAA - Aviation Next Gen and is generally open to nonprofit, small business, university, municipality, tribal government, healthcare org, school district. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program provide?
FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program provides up to $1M per award from FAA - Aviation Next Gen. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program deadline?
The listed deadline for FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program (2026-06-22) has passed. Check with the funder, FAA - Aviation Next Gen, for a future cycle, and use FindGrants to find similar open grants you can apply to right now.
How do you apply for the FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program?
To apply for FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from FAA - Aviation Next Gen.
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