APS | Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) Scholarship

Scholarship Overview

Every year, APS champions the next generation of aviation by awarding a scholarship for our Professional Pilot Upset Training program to an aspiring pilot at the start of their career. With a track record of training thousands of professional pilots from flight school students to seasoned commercial pilots—more than any other organization—we are proud to offer this scholarship as part of our commitment to enhancing industry safety and nurturing future aviation leaders.

UPRT overview

Upset Prevention & Recovery Training (UPRT) is dedicated pilot training developed specifically to mitigate the risk of Loss of Control In-flight (LOC-I), aviation’s biggest threat to air safety, by training pilots to develop the often counter-intuitive skills necessary to recognize and prevent or recover from an unexpected airplane upset.

In addition to helping pilots develop these life-saving skills, UPRT also helps pilots improve general manual handling skills and develop mental strength. UPRT-trained pilots demonstrate not only specialized preparation for unexpected upset situations, but also an unwavering commitment to safety and excellence in flying.

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Full Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

Must be currently enrolled or recently graduated (6 months or less) from a Part 141 Flight School. Or, a student in good standing, or recently graduated (less than six months) from an accredited college/university in the United States that is a member of the University Aviation Association
Must have a minimum of a Private Pilot Airplane and Instrument Certificate
Must have a current Class III or better Medical Certificate at the time of training
Must be pilot current at time of training
- IFR or Landing currency is not required
- Must be a US Citizen, or meet current TSA aviation training requirements
- Must complete and submit the attached application with supporting documents by the cut off date of April 1, 2024
Must have the financial ability to pay for transportation, lodging, meals during the training period
Scholarship only covers the cost of the training program
Must complete training by December 31, 2024
2024 APS Upset Prevention & Recovery Scholarship Application

Transformational Flight Instruction

Chelsea Montgomery, a certified flight instructor and UPRT scholarship recipient, shares how this training transformed her teaching and flying abilities. Her experience highlights both the critical need for upset prevention training in aviation education and the profound impact it has on developing safer, more confident pilots.