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Apply for an OBAP Scholarship

This year, OBAP will award over 30 scholarships worth a combined $75,000 to help propel the next generation of aviation professionals toward rewarding careers. Visit the scholarship portal to create your profile, view available scholarships, and submit your application. An active OBAP membership required to apply.

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Dreams2Careers

OBAP's first celebration of Black history in aerospace and aviation was a huge success! Expand your knowledge and learn from living history-makers as they share their incredible stories in our Dreams2Careers Virtual Library and Dreams2Careers Magazine.

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Our Story

Fueling dreams and propelling careers since 1976.

Outreach & Programs

Resources and support for youth and aerospace professionals.

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Each year, OBAP implements vital programs to create awareness, inspire and propel aerospace careers nationwide.

1. APIS

Aerospace Professionals in Schools
introduces students to the limitless opportunities available in aerospace industries.
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2. ACE Academy

Aerospace Career Education (ACE) Academies
are week-long summer programs designed to expose students to aerospace careers.
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3. LWFA & SFA

Luke Weathers Flight Academy &
Solo Flight Academy
provides life-changing education, and career opportunities.

4. Collegiate

Collegiate Chapters
offer education, mentoring, networking and career placement opportunities to aspiring aerospace students.
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5. Scholarships

Scholarships are made available through partnerships with partners and donors, allow recipients to pursue diverse aerospace careers.
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6. APDP

Aerospace Professional
Development Program
supplies critical career enhancement including mentoring as a benefit to all OBAP members.
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Est. 1976

44 Years Strong

Founded in 1976, the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the encouragement and advancement of minorities in all aviation and aerospace careers.

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