The 2025 CLT Aviation Academy provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity to better understand the inner workings of Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and its contributions and impacts on our economy, transportation system, and community. Aviation Academy participants will gain behind-the-scenes access to current operations and future CLT planning efforts that will impact our local economy. The Aviation Academy is open to community members and public and private sector leaders from across the greater Charlotte region.

The 2025 CLT Aviation Academy class will be limited to 35 participants selected based on a highly competitive admissions process. Completion and submission of the application does not guarantee selection. We encourage you to provide thoughtful responses to the questions below about why you want to participate in this program and your specific areas of interest.

Below are the registration fees for the Aviation Academy:
  • Community Member: $350
  • Public/Non-Profit Sector: $450
  • Private Sector: $500

Applications are due by 5:00 pm on Friday, November 8, 2024.

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* 1. ^First Name: 

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* 2. ^Middle Name: 

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* 3. ^Last Name:

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* 4. Preferred First Name: 

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* 5. Preferred Mailing Address:

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* 6. Preferred Email Address: 

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* 7. Preferred Phone Number: 

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* 8. ^Date of Birth (month/day/year): 

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* 9. Have you applied for the CLT Aviation Academy in previous years?

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* 10. Will you participate on behalf of your employer (private sector or public/non-profit sector), or as a Community Member?

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* 11. If you will participate representing your employer (private sector or public/non-profit sector), please provide the name of the organization you work for in the space provided.

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* 12. If you will participate representing your employer (private sector or public/non-profit sector), please enter your title in the space provided.

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* 13. Scholarships are available for Community Members. Select "yes" if you are interested and select "no" if you are not interested.

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* 14. Explain why you want to participate in the CLT Aviation Academy. Include in your explanation:
  • How this program aligns with your personal goals
  • Any relevant past experiences you have had
  • What you can contribute as a participant
  • What you hope to gain from participating

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* 15. What airport-related topics are of interest to you? 

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* 16. To get the most out of this experience, it is recommended that you attend all class sessions. Classes begin promptly at 4:00 pm. Can you commit to this schedule and arriving on time? If not, why not? (see the proposed 2025 Schedule & Syllabus below)

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* 17. How did you hear about the CLT Aviation Academy? 

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* 18. Applicant Signature (please type your name): 

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* 19. Date: 

PLEASE NOTE:

^All successful applicants will be screened against Department of Homeland Security databases as a standard security measure. This security measure is consistent with the level of screening for commercial airline passengers. Please be sure the information provided is an exact match with your government-issued unexpired photo ID.

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), a City of Charlotte department does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We will provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to persons with disabilities upon request. To make a request, please email or call Christina Jibrin at Christina.Jibrin@cltairport.com or 704-608-8117.

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