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The UK’s leading aviation and aerospace charity changing lives through scholarships, bursaries, events and outreach programmes.

11/09/2026

After receiving a Gliding Bursary through , Sammy Venables discovered a passion for powered flight that would help shape his future career. Despite facing setbacks and rejection along the way, he remained focused on his dream of becoming a commercial pilot.

Today, he is flying professionally and inspiring others to follow their own aviation ambitions.

Read Sammy's story and discover how persistence can take you further than you ever imagined 👉 https://airleague.co.uk/case-study/sammy-venables-taking-the-modular-route-to-commercial-aviation

Check out the array of scholarships we offer 👉 https://airleague.co.uk/our-programmes/scholarships-and-bursaries

09/09/2026

In a competitive aviation industry, gaining your licence is just the beginning ✈️

Theresa Attard shares practical advice on how aspiring aviation professionals can stand out, build meaningful connections, and create opportunities beyond their qualifications.

Read this and other members insights 👉 https://ow.ly/L4CX50ZLfOw

04/09/2026

's Global Innovators' Challenge empowers young people from around the world to develop innovative solutions to some of the biggest sustainability challenges facing aviation, aerospace and space. Participants can showcase their ideas, build valuable skills, and present their solutions to industry leaders helping to shape the future of flight.

The challenge includes:
🌍 A Poster Competition for young people aged 11-15
🌍 A Proposal Competition for students, apprentices and graduates aged 16-25

As we prepare for the launch of the Global Innovators' Challenge 2027 in early Autumn 2026, we're looking for colleagues, corporate partners and organisations to help inspire and support the next generation of innovators.

Opportunities to get involved include:
✅Becoming a sponsor for the challenge
✅Donating a prize to the winners
✅Hosting a virtual or in-person information session
✅Volunteering as a member of the judging panel

Your support will help inspire, encourage and recognise talented young people developing ideas that could transform the future of sustainable aviation.

Register your interest here to get involved 👉 https://ow.ly/6TCE50ZGyez

31/08/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who has already registered their interest in joining alumni network. It's been fantastic to see so many former scholars reconnecting with us.

If you haven't signed up yet, there's still time!

Over the years, Air League scholarships have helped thousands of people take their first steps into a wide range of aviation and aerospace careers. We're now building our alumni community and want to reconnect with as many former scholars as possible.

Whether your scholarship was this year, last year or decades ago, we'd love to hear from you. Registering your details will help us stay connected, celebrate the impact of Air League scholarships, and create opportunities for alumni to meet, chat, and network with fellow scholars who share a passion for aviation and aerospace.

✅ Completed an Air League scholarship?
✅ Want to reconnect with the Air League community?
✅ Interested in networking with fellow alumni?

Complete our short alumni form here 👉 https://ow.ly/nfy350ZGvF3

Know a fellow Air League alumnus? Tag them below or share this post to help us spread the word.

29/08/2026

For over a century, has been changing lives through aviation, aerospace and space. By creating opportunities for young people, wounded veterans and underrepresented communities across the UK, it has helped thousands take their first steps towards rewarding careers and lifelong ambitions.

If The Air League has played a part in your journey, or if you believe in supporting the next generation of aviation talent, now is the time to give back. Every donation, membership, fundraiser and volunteer contribution helps continue the vital work the team do to make aviation accessible for all.

Find out how you can support and help continue our legacy 👉 https://ow.ly/IOHQ50ZFeLV

26/08/2026

Starting your PPL this summer? ✈️

From weather cancellations and chair flying to building relationships at your flying club, Air League Member, Kiran Arora shares the practical lessons he wishes he'd known before beginning his Private Pilot Licence journey.

Whether you're flying on a scholarship, alongside university studies, or around a full-time job, these insights could help you make the most of your training and enjoy the process along the way.

Read Kiran's featured article and explore more aviation stories and advice in 's new Member's Articles area 👉 https://airleague.co.uk/news/members-articles

24/08/2026

When Lucy applied for her first Air League opportunity in 2019, she had just finished her GCSEs and had never flown an aircraft.

Today, she's training with the British Airways Speedbird Pilot Academy after earning multiple Flying Scholarships, achieving her Private Pilot Licence, and building valuable experience across the aviation industry.

Determined to make her dream a reality, Lucy worked three jobs to fund her training, embraced every opportunity to learn, and built lasting friendships along the way. Her journey is a testament to what can be achieved through hard work, resilience and a passion for aviation.

We're delighted that could support Lucy in the early stages of her journey and can't wait to see what she achieves next ✈️

Read Lucy's story 👉 https://ow.ly/j3m650ZCnOx

Interested in a Flying Scholarship, or want to find out more about our other scholarships available? You can read more about them here, including eligibility 👉 https://airleague.co.uk/our-programmes/scholarships-and-bursaries

22/08/2026

What a fantastic day at the National Air and Space Camp (NASC) 2026 at RAF Syerston!

The team had a brilliant time meeting air cadets and connecting with industry professionals from across the aviation and aerospace sector. Even though the weather had other ideas later in the day, it certainly didn't dampen spirits.

With over 90 organisations in attendance, plenty of inspiring conversations, an incredible display from the Red Arrows, plus lots to see and do, there was something for everyone.

A special thank you to our volunteers, Joban and Chris, for helping make the day such a success.

We always enjoy being part of NASC and can't wait to do it all again next year!

14/08/2026

Through our partnership with The Mason Foundation, the Department for Transport-funded Reach for the Skies programme has empowered neurodiverse young people to recognise their strengths, build confidence and discover exciting pathways into aviation, aerospace and space ✈️

Working with students from Cheadle Hulme High School and Laurus Ryecroft, the programme combined skills development, career exploration and confidence-building activities designed to showcase how strengths often associated with neurodiversity, including analytical thinking, creativity, problem-solving and attention to detail, are highly valued across the sector.

's CEO, Janine Hornsby, said: "Having delivered similar workshops before, I was amazed by how quickly these young people tackled and solved complex challenges. Their ability and potential were outstanding."

Together, we've helped young people recognise their potential, develop future-ready skills and see how their unique ways of thinking can help shape the future of aviation, aerospace and space.

Thank you to The Mason Foundation, the Department for Transport, participating schools and, most importantly, the incredible students who inspired us throughout the workshops.

Read more about the partnership and its impact 👉 https://airleague.co.uk/news/supporting-neurodiverse-talent-to-reach-for-the-skies

13/08/2026

We're excited to be attending this fantastic family event, hosted by our Corporate Partner, Signature Aviation, alongside London Luton Airport.

Expect a day packed with:
🎵 Live music from The Blue Rinse
🍔 Food trucks
✈️ Aircraft on display
🎈 Family-friendly activities
🏷️ 's popular dog tag activity, where you can create your own personalised keepsake to take home

Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or simply looking for a great family day out, there's something for everyone.

Find out more 👉 https://ow.ly/MkV250ZyZla

You will need to bring a valid form of ID with you on the day.

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