Education & Outreach Programs

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Aviation Scholarships

Virginia offers several scholarships for aviation education and flight training.

Teacher's Grant Program

Virginia offers grants for K-12 teachers who bring aviation into their classrooms.

Scholarship Catalog

Virginia offers over 10 aviation scholarships. Explore state and national programs below.

Virginia Flight Schools

Aviation Institutions and local flight schools are available across Virginia.
Aviation programs that come to you.

From the ICON A-5 Aviation Mobile Classroom to photo contests and educator awards, DOAV programs bring Virginia’s aviation community to students, teachers, and families across the Commonwealth.

ICON A-5 light sport amphibian aircraft
Aviation Mobile Classroom

If there’s a road, the DOAV can bring an aircraft to your community! The ICON A5 is the perfect vehicle for promoting STEM, workforce development, and hands-on learning. Our flexible educators offer programs for every age group and event, at no cost to hosts.

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Explore the Program

See how a visit works, who it serves, and what students can try at every station.

See the Mobile Classroom in Action

Photos from mobile classroom visits at schools and community events.

Students at Amherst High School with the mobile classroom
Mobile classroom visit at Amherst High School
Mobile classroom visit
Students exploring the mobile classroom
Mobile classroom visit
Mobile classroom at a regional aviation event
Visitors at the mobile classroom during an aviation event
Mobile classroom activity with students
ICON A-5 aircraft with the mobile classroom
ICON A-5 aircraft on display
Art & Photo Contests

The Virginia Aviation Photo contest takes place each year and offers photographers and pilots the opportunity to show off their best aircraft pictures. Aerial photos highlighting Virginia’s lovely scenic areas as seen from the sky may be entered. Photos taken with drones will also be accepted. Winning entries may be featured in DOAV’s annual aviation calendar and social media.

Winners of the 2026 Virginia aviation art and photo contests
Last Year’s Winning Submissions
Aviation Educator of the Year

The Aviation Educator of the Year award, part of the Virginia Aviation Awards, honors an educator who brings aviation and STEM to life for students. Follow the link to learn more about the award and the most recent recipient.

Aviation Educator of the Year award recipient
Bring the ICON A-5 to your school or event.

The program is free to Virginia schools and educational groups, and every presentation is customized to your audience.

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Programs & Resources

Aviation Ambassadors
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Educator Resources
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Program Applications
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Virginia Aviation Awards
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Contact Information

Point of Contact

Aviation Grants & Program Development

Tess Robertson

804-236-3630

Point of Contact

Aviation Scholarships & Outreach Events

Tony Sotelo

804-774-4634

Point of Contact

Virginia Aviation Contest Submissions

Amanda Cosby

804-236-3631

Point of Contact

Aviation Education & External Engagement

Alton Jordan

804-236-3644

Aviation Programs & Resources
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