Parafield Airport announces Youth Flying Scholarship for commercial pilot training

Parafield Airport will again offer a Youth Flying Scholarship in 2014 for one person from the local northern Adelaide region wanting to train to become a commercial pilot.

Following the success of the inaugural scholarship in 2013, Parafield Airport Ltd (PAL) will offer a further scholarship, valued at $60,000, to anyone aged between 18 and 25 who is active or lives in the greater Salisbury catchment area, which surrounds the airport.

The scholarship is provided in conjunction with Flight Training Adelaide, Northern Futures and the City Of Salisbury.

Parafield Airport Ltd Managing Director Mark Young said the scholarship would cover all tuition fees and uniforms, and will equip the graduate with the skills necessary to seek employment as a pilot.

“We wanted to make a significant commitment to employment in the region and to aviation training,” Mr Young said.

“Our inaugural winner, Bradley Conway, has already proven himself to be a worthy recipient of the 2013 Parafield Airport Youth Flying Scholarship, and is very close to completing his training.

“The successful scholarship recipient, on completion of the year-long training program, will be awarded with a Commercial Pilots Licence, which is an invaluable qualification for anyone looking to start a career in aviation.”

As part of the application process, PAL is looking for someone with a demonstrated desire to fly and pursue an aviation career, a history of general excellence – both academic and in other fields – and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Applications close November 1, 2013.  Further details are available on line at www.parafieldairport.com.au.