The 2027 NATA scholarships are available to any Nebraska high school senior
or individual continuing their education.

The application deadline is December 31, 2026.

2027 Essay Topic

• What makes fixing and maintaining agricultural airplanes (spray planes) different from working on other types of airplanes?

• What does it mean to be an A&P aircraft mechanic? What does it mean when a mechanic also has an IA?

• Explain the biggest differences between an A&P mechanic and a mechanic with an IA. What jobs can each do, and what extra jobs can someone with an IA do?
  

2027 Scholarship Applications

Essay:

• The essay must be a minimum of 400 words and must be typed and double spaced.

• Please read the general instructions below before completing your scholarship packet.

General Instructions:

• A $2,000 scholarship will be presented by the Nebraska Aviation Trades Association to any two high school seniors or individuals who are a resident of the state of Nebraska continuing their education as a full-time student.

• The scholarship is for one year and is nonrenewable.

• All applications with an essay of a minimum of 400 words typed and double spaced, must be received by December 31, 2026.

• Applicant must use an official application which has been dated and signed by the student.

• Application must include the signature of a voting member of the Nebraska Aviation Trades Association. A list of current members is attached at the end of this application.

• Applications and all supporting documents must be in English.

• Official high school transcripts of student records from the beginning of the 9th grade to due date of application must accompany all applications.

• SAT and ACT test scores or related equivalent must be included with application.

• The Women's Nebraska Aviation Trades Association shall pick a minimum of three members as the Selection Committee.

• Winner will be notified prior to February 1, 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact the Nebraska Aviation Trades Association at 402-922-6282 or email: info@natahq.com.