Arthur C. (Butch) Giessman Scholarship
Awarded annually to applicants pursuing a degree or certification in the area of aircraft maintenance.
Arthur C. Giessman
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Supporting students in Missouri and Illinois pursuing education and careers in aviation.
Available Scholarships
The GSLBAA Educational Foundation Scholarship Committee selects exceptional, deserving students residing in Missouri or Illinois. Eligible applicants must be enrolled in an institution offering college level coursework and be working toward a degree or career in aviation, including pilot training, aircraft maintenance, aviation administration, air traffic control, dispatch, or other aviation related fields.
All applications are reviewed by the GSLBAA Educational Foundation Board of Directors. Completed applications must be submitted by April 30. Applicants will be notified of award decisions by June 30. Scholarship funds are paid directly to the recipient’s educational institution.
Awarded annually to applicants pursuing a degree or certification in the area of aircraft maintenance.
Arthur C. Giessman
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Awarded annually to applicants pursuing a degree or certification in aviation maintenance or avionics.
John Henke
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Awarded annually to applicants pursuing a degree or certification in the area of aircraft maintenance.
Dorothy White
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Instituted to cover the cost of an A&P Test in honor of Theodore (Ted) Knickmeyer.
Theodore Knickmeyer
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Applicants attending St. Louis University-Parks College can apply to be considered for the GSLBAA Educational Foundation annual pledge.

Applicants attending Southwestern Illinois College can apply to be considered for the GSLBAA Educational Foundation annual pledge.


Requests for donations to aviation-related summer camps, STEM projects, or other relevant aviation activities may be submitted and will be reviewed on an individual basis.