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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe Flying Musicians Association (FMA) has two unique\nprograms for student musicians who want to join the pilot ranks and aviators\nwho are musicians wanting to enhance their craft. FMA is accepting nominees for\nthe FMA Solo Learn to Fly program and applications for the FMA Swing Wing\nscholarship to the New York Hot Jazz Camp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cFlying and music are my two passions in life, and the\nFlying Musicians have put both of those together for a great cause,\u201d said Aaron\nTippin. \u201cI believe educating the next generation is so important for music and\naviation to continue on.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The FMA Solo Scholarship Program enters its tenth year\nhaving awarded fifteen scholarships to date. In addition to the scholarships,\neach nominee becomes a student member of the association. Through generous\nsupport of the aviation and music communities, all who complete the checklist\nreceive welcome packages and their student membership is FREE for the duration\nof their academic career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Flying Musicians Swing Wing Scholarship<\/a> is open to all members of FMA between the ages of 18 and 28 (exception can be made for members under 18 with parental consent). The scholarship is awarded annually to attend the New York Hot Jazz Camp<\/a>. Visit Flying Musicians Swing Wing page for details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n FMA President\/CEO John Zapp said, \u201cFMA members love assisting others who share our passions of flying and music. To be able to assist and watch our student members grow through aviation and music while inspiring and assisting others is such a rewarding experience. The program has assisted many students who remain engaged. There are now many additional private pilots that have come from this program.\u201d Zapp noted, “We are also looking for those in the aviation and music industry who want to jump on the FMA Bandwagon<\/a> to be a part of this opportunity to grow future pilots, musicians, and leaders \u2013 the right way.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n “I used to be in the band and also drum corps and I\nfeel it made me a more focused and better person,\u201d said Michael Wolf. \u201cI feel\nit helped me become the President and CEO of Sporty’s Pilot Shop.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n