Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI), a provider of maintenance support and financial tools for the business aviation industry, has partnered with the International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) Foundation to launch the JSSI Aviation Innovation Grant.
“The grant is designed to empower the next generation of aviation entrepreneurs by providing funding and mentorship to students with innovative ideas that could transform the future of business aviation,” according to officials. “The JSSI Innovation Grant offers a $5,000 award to the college student who demonstrates exceptional promise, creativity, and a strong business case for their aviation-focused innovation.”
Grant Details
Applications due Sept. 1, 2025
Eligibility: Current college student (bachelor’s or master’s level), minimum GPA of 3.3
Award presented at the IADA Fall Meeting in October 2025
Application Requirements
Submit a Lean Canvas or problem statement outlining the business concept and market opportunity
Submit a short essay (500 words or less)
Applications can be submitted online at IADA.aero/Scholarship
