FAA Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers Workforce
This grant supports expanding and developing the aviation maintenance workforce in the US and territories, with 20% of funds for the Willa Brown Aviation Education Program.
Funder: FAA - Aviation Next Gen
Due Dates: June 22, 2026: Full application submission deadline (applications due by 11:59 PM Eastern)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000,000 per award for up to 24 months; approx. $13,000,000 total program funding; ~13 awards expected.
Summary: Supports projects that expand and develop the U.S. aviation maintenance technical workforce, including education, recruitment, and career transition activities.
Description
This grant program, offered by the FAA under the Department of Transportation, aims to expand and strengthen the aviation maintenance technical workforce across the United States and its territories. The program funds activities that provide meaningful education, training, outreach, and career transition support for individuals pursuing careers as aviation maintenance technicians. Twenty percent of total funding is dedicated to the Willa Brown Aviation Education Program, prioritizing activities in opportunity zones. Projects may include curriculum development, apprenticeships, scholarships, outreach, and veteran transitions to civilian aviation maintenance roles.
