{"id":309,"date":"2011-10-04T14:22:42","date_gmt":"2011-10-04T14:22:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.airscene.co.uk\/news\/?p=309"},"modified":"2011-10-04T14:25:58","modified_gmt":"2011-10-04T14:25:58","slug":"airport-launches-2012-flying-scholarships-for-young-people","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.airscene.co.uk\/news\/promotions\/airport-launches-2012-flying-scholarships-for-young-people\/","title":{"rendered":"Airport launches 2012 Flying Scholarships for young people"},"content":{"rendered":"

Record numbers of young people, with dreams of becoming a pilot, aviation engineer or air traffic controller, are expected to apply for a place on Cotswold Airport’s 2012 Aviation Scholarships programme.<\/p>\n

The scheme, which was first introduced four years ago, gives teenagers aged between 14 and 18, the chance to embark on a career in aviation and gain experience and training close to home.<\/p>\n

The programme, which is funded by Cotswold Airport owner and chief executive Ronan Harvey and run in conjunction with the airport-based fly2help charity and flying organisations on the site, has already helped change the lives of dozens of young people for the better.<\/p>\n

And it is now inviting applications from young people in Gloucestershire and Wiltshire with a view to filling the 10 available places on the 2012 scheme.<\/p>\n

Last year saw a record number of applications and, based on greater exposure and annual increases since the scheme’s inception, it is anticipated that the 2012 programme will attract even more.<\/p>\n

Mr Harvey’s daughter Suzannah, who is a director at the airport, said: “We were thrilled that so many people applied for a place on the 2011 programme and to see the enthusiasm and dedication shown by all who took part was a clear indication of just how much of a difference the scheme makes.<\/p>\n

“We’re anticipating another good year in terms of the number of young people applying and I’d encourage anyone with an interest in a career in aviation to do so.<\/p>\n

“Not only is it a fantastic experience but it really helps the students take their first footsteps towards what can be a very rewarding career in aviation, whilst allowing them to build contacts and make new friends at the same time.”<\/p>\n

During the scholarships, students experience flight, receive tuition at the airport’s aviation ground school, see at first-hand the work of air traffic controllers, flying instructors and engineers and receive expert guidance from aviation professionals.<\/p>\n

The programme has already helped change the lives of many young people, and former scholars, such as 17-year-old Joshua Dutson, have already hit the headlines.<\/p>\n

Joshua, who lives in the Cotswolds, said the scholarships helped him turn his life around after he became seriously depressed as a result of bullying at school. He now hopes to embark on a career as an air traffic controller.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, fellow former scholar Barney Rowland managed to fly solo several months before passing his driving test, after spending time on the programme, and has since achieved his Private Pilots’ Licence (PPL).<\/p>\n

Charity Manager for fly2help Sue Bennett said: “We are extremely pleased to be playing our part in yet another aviation scholarship programme.<\/p>\n

“It’s fantastic to see the difference the scheme makes to those who take part and we look forward to welcoming another new intake.”<\/p>\n

Application forms are available on the fly2help website www.fly2help.org<\/a>\u00a0or by calling 01285 771177.<\/p>\n

The closing date for applications is January 31, 2012, and interviews for the short-listed candidates will be held the following month.<\/p>\n

The scholarships will run from April 2 to 5 and April 10 to 13.<\/p>\n

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