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Veterans Pilot Training: Grants for Commercial Aviation Career Pathways.

This act establishes a new FAA pilot program providing grants to flight schools to help veterans become commercial aviators. The funding covers tuition, flight training fees, and materials, specifically targeting costs not covered by existing veterans' educational benefits. This initiative aims to support veterans' career transitions and address the shortage of commercial pilots.
Key points
Veterans gain access to financial assistance for comprehensive pilot training, including private and commercial licenses, through grants given to eligible flight schools.
The program specifically covers training costs that are typically not included in standard veterans' educational benefits, ensuring more complete financial coverage.
Participating flight schools must have established employment agreements with air carriers to ensure job opportunities for graduating veterans.
$5 million is authorized annually from fiscal years 2024 through 2029 to fund this training program.
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Print number: 118_S_748
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2023-03-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

American Aviator Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_748.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans gain access to financial assistance for comprehensive pilot training, including private and commercial licenses, through grants given to eligible flight schools.
  • The program specifically covers training costs that are typically not included in standard veterans' educational benefits, ensuring more complete financial coverage.
  • Participating flight schools must have established employment agreements with air carriers to ensure job opportunities for graduating veterans.
  • $5 million is authorized annually from fiscal years 2024 through 2029 to fund this training program.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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