Applications will open in early April 2026 and will close in late May 2026. 

There are five scholarships available, but each successful applicant may receive only one scholarship.

-5 x ATPL(A) UK CAA/EASA approved courses, including:

• ATPdigital CBT software – available on Mac, iPad or Windows computers. 
• 3 x 5 days revision teaching – online or in-person (at our Clevedon, UK training centre) – 1 week per module
• 18-month subscription to the BGS Video Library (recorded ATPL videos)
• 12-month access Bristol Question Bank – BGS Online
• Downloadable example aircraft data booklets (CAP696, CAP697 & CAP698)
• Support from our world-class instructors
• Technical software support throughout your studies
• A full set of bound training manuals
• UK CAA/EASA exam costs
• Limited accommodation for revision weeks and exam periods

Please note that the following are not included: 

• A Jeppesen Airway Manual – GSPRM
• A CRP-5 navigation computer
• A commercial navigation protractor
• A precision drawing set
• An exam-approved calculator
• A printed set of example aircraft data booklets (CAPs)

-Aged 17 or older

-PPL(A) holder

-Member of the Air League

-UK Permanent Resident

-Meet the requirements of a Class 1 medical. Before starting your commercial pilot training, we recommend getting your Class 1 Medical Certificate

-Have an unwavering ambition to pursue a career as a professional pilot

Our scholarships are open to all that meet the requirements listed above.

Our vision is to change lives through aviation and believe there should be no educational, financial, or social barriers for those who want to succeed.

We want to make aviation accessible to all. Regardless of your background we will support you if you have the determination, drive and passion to succeed.

Your written application will be assessed by two independent members of the Scholarship Selection Committee. From there, a shortlist of applicants will be provided to the BALPA Benevolent fund to decided who proceeds to interview. Online interviews will be held in Mid-June 2026. The selection panel reserves the right to make no award if no suitable candidate is identified. 

Yes. Interviews will be held in Mid-June 2026, with a joint Air League and BALPA Benevolent fund selection panel. 

Yes. A valid Air League membership is required to apply. 

Late June 2026