General Aviation Strategic Funding

Grants and scholarships that keep Australian general aviation flying.

AMDA Foundation backs the people, careers and airfields that make grassroots aviation possible — from a first flight to a licensed engineer, and from the clubhouse to the runway.

Applications online Two funding pillars Not-for-profit
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“To promote the development of Australian resources in aviation, aerospace, space, maritime, defence and security.”

AMDA Foundation Limited is an Australian not-for-profit corporation. Its general aviation funding directs support to workforce pathways and to the facilities that keep regional flying sustainable.

Where the funding goes

Two pillars of support

Grants are grouped under one of two priorities — building the capability of people, or supporting industry capability and infrastructure. Scholarships all sit under Capability & Pathways.

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Pillar 01 · Scholarships

Capability & Pathways

Scholarships and workforce development that help people start, progress and stay in general aviation careers.

  • Flight training and licence endorsements
  • Maintenance and engineering apprenticeships
  • Youth and first-flight opportunities
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Pillar 02 · Grants

Industry Support

Grants for organisations — capability, facilities, safety and community initiatives that keep general aviation operating and sustainable.

  • Facilities, equipment and airfield infrastructure
  • Workforce, capability and regional development
  • Community, innovation and industry collaboration

Applying

Three steps, all online

STEP 01

Check eligibility

Answer a few questions to see which opportunities fit your situation — a pilot, apprentice, student, club or airfield operator.

STEP 02

Build your application

Prepare your details, a short statement and your supporting documents. You can save and return at any time.

STEP 03

Submit & track

Submit online and keep your reference number to follow progress through assessment and offers.

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