The aim of the Australian Women Pilots’ Association is to foster closer relationships and unity among women pilots, to assist women to undertake flying in Australia and elsewhere, and to develop public interest in aviation, especially among women generally to assist in the development of aviation.

The Association awards over $100,000 in aviation scholarships annually to members and non-members.

Scholarships & Awards

Scholarships and Awards

AWPA awards over $100, 000 in aviation scholarships annually. There are options for all experience levels, members and non-members.

Membership Levels

Membership

AWPA has members aged 16 and above whose experience ranges from pre-solo students to commercial, airline and military pilots with more than 20,000 hours each.

Learning To Fly

Learning To Fly

Learning to fly can be a challenge but also rewarding, giving you a sense of personal achievement that can also lead to aviation careers.

A huge congratulations 👏🏼 to our members Theresa MacDonald and Delia Jones who were awarded the Bonney Trophy at the Dawn to Dusk awards in London last week for their entry ‘Alps to Ocean’. #awpa #womepilots #dawntodusk #bonneytrophy
Today's the day! Scholarship applications close at midnight tonight WST. Thank you to all of our generous sponsors who make our scholarship program possible. #awpa #flighttraining #womeninaviation #pilottraining
Scholarship Applications - One Week to Go 🚀 There's only a week to go until our 2026 scholarship applications close, so don't leave it until the last minute and get onto it today! Our top application tips? ❌ Keep AI use to a minimum - the panels want to hear your story in your words! ✅ Read the application information thoroughly and make sure you're eligible ✅ Make sure you supply all the information requested as part of your application ✅ You can apply for as many scholarships as you like The winners will be announced at our gala dinner at the Airlie Beach National Conference in May 2026.
Scholarship Spotlight 🔎 RAAF Formation or Aerobatic Endorsement Scholarship This scholarship is made possible thanks to the generous support of @ausairforce and supports female pilots aged 17–24 seeking a Formation or Aerobatic Endorsement. Applicants must hold at least a PPL and be an AWPA member. You'll find everything you need to know at 👉 https://awpa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026-AWPA-Formation-or-Aerobatic-Endorsement-Scholarship-Information.pdf #RAAF #RoyalAustralianAirForce #WomenInAviation #AviationTraining #PilotCareers #AviationScholarships #WomenInSTEM #WomenPilots #AustralianAviation #AWPA
Scholarship Spotlight 🔎 AWPA SA-NT Memorial Incentive Grant Proudly sponsored by the AWPA SA-NT Branch, this scholarship of variable value supports AWPA members in South Australia or Northern Territory undertaking any aviation endeavour. Applicants must hold a current medical, reside in the NT or SA and have belonged to the AWPA for a minimum of two years. For more information: 👉 https://awpa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026-AWPA-SA-NT-Memorial-Incentive-Grant-Information.pdf #WomenInAviation #AviationTraining #PilotCareers #AviationScholarships #WomenInSTEM #WomenPilots #AustralianAviation #AWPA
Scholarship Spotlight 🔎 RAAF Navigation Component Scholarship Generously sponsored by the @ausairforce, this $7,000 scholarship supports women aged 16–24 completing the Navigation component of their PPL. Applicants must have completed their first solo and be an AWPA member. For more information 👉 https://awpa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026-AWPA-Navigation-Component-Scholarship-Information.pdf #RAAF #RoyalAustralianAirForce #WomenInAviation #AviationTraining #PilotCareers #AviationScholarships #WomenInSTEM #WomenPilots #AustralianAviation #AWPA
Scholarship Spotlight 🔎 The Di Goodwin Scholarship Di Goodwin was a long-time member of the AWPA, a highly experienced multi-engine IFR pilot who then became an Accident Investigator. Di generously bequeathed funds to the NSW-ACT Branch of the AWPA, which are used for this scholarship which offers up to $5,000 to assist a member to gain her instrument rating. Applicants must hold a CPL, have 24 months AWPA membership, a current medical and an IREX theory pass. For more information 👉 https://awpa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026-The-Di-Goodwin-Scholarship-Information.pdf #WomenInAviation #AviationTraining #PilotCareers #AviationScholarships #WomenInSTEM #WomenPilots #AustralianAviation #AWPA
Scholarship Spotlight 🔎 AirServices Australia Flight Training Scholarship Our long-term supporter AirServices Australia has generously sponsored two flight training scholarships this year, each worth up to $10,000! The funds are to assist with flight training costs associated with gaining any stage of flying proficiency in either fixed-wing or rotary aircraft from the early stages of training through to Commercial Pilot Licence. ➡️ Category 1 is open to student pilots who have reached their first solo flight. ➡️ Category 2 is open to pilots have logged at least 5 hours cross country flight as PIC in their training enroute to CPL. You must also hold a current medical. For more information 👉 https://awpa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026-AWPA-Flight-Training-Scholarship-Information.pdf #AirServicesAustralia #WomenInAviation #AviationTraining #PilotCareers #AviationScholarships #WomenInSTEM #WomenPilots #AustralianAviation #AWPA
Scholarship Spotlight 🔎 Air bp ATPL Theory Scholarship Thanks to the generous support of Air bp, this scholarship offers up to $3,000 on a dollar-for-dollar basis for a member undertaking her ATPL Theory studies. Applicants must hold a CPL with at least 300 hours' flying time and hold a current medical. For more information 👉 https://awpa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026-Airbp-ATPL-Theory-Scholarship-Information.pdf #WomenInAviation #AviationTraining #PilotCareers #AviationScholarships #WomenInSTEM #WomenPilots #AustralianAviation #AWPA #AirBP
Scholarship Spotlight 🔎 1974 Memorial Grant Proudly sponsored by the AWPA Victorian Branch, this $2,000 scholarship supports Victorian AWPA members in any aviation-related training or development activity. Applicants must hold a current medical, an RPC or RPL and have 50 hours' flying time. For more info and to apply 👉 https://awpa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026-1974-Memorial-Grant-Information.pdf #WomenInAviation #AviationTraining #PilotCareers #AviationScholarships #WomenInSTEM #WomenPilots #AustralianAviation #AWPA
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The Next Annual Conference & AGM

Airlie Beach 6-10th May 2026

Our Supporters

As a Not-for-Profit organisation, the Australian Women Pilots’ Association owes its success to the volunteers who give up many hours of their time and our sponsors who continue to support us in our mission. We sincerely thank you for your ongoing support.

Australian Government Civil Aviation Safety Authority
QBE
OzRunways
RAAF
Air Services
Australian Womens Pilots' Association
Air BP