The purpose of the Dan L. Meisinger Sr. Memorial Learn to Fly Scholarship is to provide an annual flight training scholarship to a qualified individual. The scholarship, in the amount of $2,500, is to be used for the express purpose of initial or primary flight training. Recipients will be notified in writing by the end of April and all other applicants will be notified in writing by mid-May. Our scholarship recipients are announced to the public in issues of general aviation publications, such as our Aviation Business Journal and also featured on our website.
Scholarship Details
- Established in memory of Dan L. Meisinger Sr., founder of Executive Beechcraft
- Annual award of $2,500
- Funds designated for initial or primary flight training
- Administered by the National Air Transportation Foundation (NATF)
- Applications due by the last Friday in November
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a college student currently enrolled in an aviation program
- Must maintain a “B” average or better
- Recommendation by an aviation professional is preferred, though direct applications are accepted
- Preference given to residents of Kansas, Missouri, or Illinois
Application Process
- Download the Appraisal and Endorsement Form before beginning the application
- Complete the official scholarship application form
- Submit the completed application along with all required documents
- Ensure application materials are received by NATF no later than the last Friday in November
- Note that incomplete applications will not be considered
The Dan L. Meisinger Sr. Memorial Learn to Fly Scholarship was established in the honor and memory of Dan L. Meisinger Sr., whose career in aviation spanned 63 years. He was founder of Executive Beechcraft, headquartered in Kansas City, MO, and was twice named Beech Aircraft’s Man of the Year.
