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Expert: - 12/25/2005


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i really want to become a pilot, its my dream its my goal. where i live in Trinidad its not very easy to get a job in aviation at all, neither is the training. i would like to know if there is a way for me to get a scholoship to get to the states, what schools are available, and or what other jobs i can go into that are in high demand?
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Hi, Tamika:

It is nice to hear from you.  I will try to assist you with your questions.

1.  Scholarships:

There are two good sources that I am aware of related to aviation-related scholarships that are focused largely on those interested in attending college and university aviation degree programs.  They are:

A.  The University Aviation Association COLLEGIATE AVIATION SCHOLARSHIP LISTING.  It can be found at their website at http://www.uaa.aero/  Scroll down the links listed on the left hand side of the UAA's main webpage and you will see it.  You can also order a copy for your own use.

B.  This website:  www.avscholars.com  contains excellent financial aid and scholarship information for those interested in attending collegiate aviation degree programs.

2.  As far as schools that are available that offer aviation degrees, the University Aviation Association publishes a listing entitled THE COLLEGIATE AVIATION GUIDE.  This guide is available for purchase from the University Aviation Association for a cost of around $25.  You can contact them at http://www.uaa.aero or by email at uaa@auburn.edu or by calling them at 334-844-2434.

3.  Jobs that are in the highest demand right now are various jobs in the general aviation community including flight instructor and charter pilot jobs.  Also, jobs flying for the regional airlines are fairly plentiful.  You can consult these websites related to aviation jobs:

www.avjobs.com

www.aviationemployment.com

www.findapilot.com

I wish you all the best.  Please contact me again via AllExperts.com with another question if you need anything else.

Sincerely,

David A. NewMyer, Ph.D., Professor and Chair
Aviation Management and Flight
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
http://www.aviation.siu.edu/

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Can advise people thinking about beginning and aviation career and espcially those thinking about an aviation university program. Can also help with aviation scholarship questions. I am particularly strong in questions related to starting a flight career, choosing a university flight or aviation management program, aviation internships and aviation scholarships. Also, I can assist with questions about airport management and planning careers and oveall aviation industry employment questions.

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