A new scholarship program has launched to ensure a pipeline of drone pilots.
The Elevate Scholarship Program, targeting individuals between the ages of 16 and 24, provides Part 107 training, as well as resources to equip young individuals with essential drone operation capabilities, according to officials.
It also covers the $175 test fee, “to make drone careers a viable option for a wider pool of talent,” according to officials with DroneDeploy and Prime Air, which launched the new scholarship.
“The Elevate Scholarship Program is more than just a scholarship — it’s an investment in the future,” said Jono Millin, Chief Data Officer and Co-Founder of DroneDeploy. “By providing access to training and career resources, we are empowering individuals to not only participate in the drone revolution but also to shape the trajectory of the broader AI and robotics landscape.”
“The drone delivery sector represents a dynamic intersection of aviation, robotics, and artificial intelligence. Prime Air is proud to support the Elevate Scholarship Program to train and develop the workforce of this growing industry,” says Matt McCardle, Director of Infrastructure, Expansion, and Regulation at Prime Air. “We are committed to partnering with industry leaders in developing the next generation of professionals who will help shape the future of autonomous delivery and build the foundation for an entirely new category of aviation careers.”
For more information: ElevateScholarship.org
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