FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is accepting applications for the fiscal year (FY) 2026 FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program of which 20 percent of the total amount funded will be used to carry out the Willa Brown Aviation Education Program. The purpose of the Program is to attract future aircraft pilots or unmanned aircraft systems operators to the aviation industry throughout the United States and U.S. territories.

Program Details

FAA - Aviation Next Gen is a federal agency that offers the FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program grant program to support workforce. This funding opportunity is available nationally and is administered by FAA - Aviation Next Gen through Grants.gov. Organizations seeking funding for workforce should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include eligible organizations. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with FAA - Aviation Next Gen or on Grants.gov before investing time in an application.

Funding and Timeline

Funding available: $0 – $1M. Applications are due by June 22, 2026. Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds.

Program Focus

This grant supports workforce. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 481, 336411. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes.

How to Apply

Eligible organizations can apply through Grants.gov. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for.

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Eligibility

• Programs related to aviation

Award details

Award range: $0 – $1M. Applications close on June 22, 2026.

Categories

Workforce