Scholarships
Duane Moorer Scholarship
Background
The late Captain Duane "Tony" Moorer was a pilot for the United Parcel Service (UPS), where he enjoyed a distinguished career that lasted nineteen years. He cultivated his craft and love of aviation as a pilot and logistics officer for the United States Marine Corps. His educational background includes a Bachelors of Science degree in Aerospace Technology from Indiana State University in 1982. In civilian life, Tony was also a Flight Instructor, Founder/Owner of Moorer Aviation Academy (a FAR-141 Flight Training School); and Midwest Atlantic (a Residential Construction Company). As a member of The Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP), Tony was dedicated to inspiring at-risk youth and young adults to aim high despite their economic status and/or social background. Tony always greeted people with a smile and a few witty words. He has logged over 10,000 hours of flight time flying both 757/767 jetliner.
Criteria
2.5 or better GPA.
A high school senior accepted into a two or four year aerospace degree program.
250 word written essay on
"The importance of giving back."
Two letters of recommendation from a teacher(s) and/or current OBAP
member(s).
Verification of OBAP Flight Academy attendance (ACE, Solo and Private) within the past three years.
Live within 400 miles of Memphis.
Scholarship to be awarded at the OBAP Convention's Youth Luncheon or Gala event.
Deadline is 5:00 PM on 15 July 2010.
Application
The application deadline for this scholarship has passed.
Thank you for your interest!
Duane Moorer Scholarship
