Aviation Education Program
Forecasted
The Aviation Education Program from the Tennessee Department of Transportation funds projects that advance aviation and aeronautics education, research, and workforce training in Tennessee.
Funder: Tennessee Department of Transportation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per awardee; total program funding up to $300,000; project period is 12 months.
Summary: Supports aviation and aeronautics education, workforce training, and outreach projects in Tennessee through competitive grants to public sector organizations.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected.
Description
The Aviation Education Program, administered by the Tennessee Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division, is a competitive, reimbursable grant program supporting projects that advance aviation and aeronautics education, workforce training, and public outreach in Tennessee. The program aims to increase awareness and understanding of aviation among high school and higher education students, foster interest in aviation-related careers, and strengthen the aviation sector statewide. Eligible projects may include new or expanded aviation-related education programs, skills development training, curriculum development, workshops, aviation-related events, and the acquisition of related equipment or facilities.
