Just ONE Day to Go! Applications close tomorrow night—this is your final boarding call to join the FSDP family. ✈️ Don’t miss your chance to
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Hear from Alaric, one of our inspiring former scholars
With only 2 days left to apply for the 2026 Flying Scholarships, Alaric has a quick reminder for anyone thinking about taking that leap. His
Meet FSDP Scholar Hayley Budge — Inspiring Future Aviators from the Orkney Islands
We’re delighted to introduce Hayley Budge, one of our 2023 Flying Scholarships for Disabled People scholars. Based in the beautiful Orkney Islands, Hayley completed her
Ready to take flight?
The RAF Charitable Trust has stood beside FSDP for many years, sponsoring countless scholars and helping dreams of flight become reality. We are deeply grateful
5 days left! Still thinking about it? Take the leap. The cockpit is waiting. #FSDP2026 #FlyingScholarships #ApplyToFly #DisabilityInclusion #SoarWithUs
Only 6 Days To Go!
Meet Dorothy — one of our 2024 flying scholars and living proof of what confidence, community and aviation can unlock. Before her scholarship, Dorothy never
Rachel, one of our incredible Trustees and our dedicated Safeguarding Officer, is here with a friendly reminder… Just 7 days to go until applications close!
Living with spina bifida, cerebral palsy or polio? Your flying journey could start here.
FSDP Flying Scholarships are designed to build confidence, independence and joy — and every year, applicants with these conditions go on to become incredible scholars.
Meet Sebastian Pooley — FSDP Ambassador & Champion of Accessible Aviation
We’re proud to introduce Sebastian Pooley, Managing Director of Pooleys Flight Equipment Ltd and a dedicated Ambassador for Flying Scholarships for Disabled People. Sebastian has long
10 days to go!
10 days to go! Your journey to the skies could start here. Apply now and take the first step toward transformation. #FSDP2026 #FlyingScholarships #CountdownToFlight #DisabilityEmpowerment
Living with a Spinal Cord Injury?
Do you know someone with a spinal cord injury who needs a confidence boost? Who’s ready for a new challenge? Tell them this exists: Flying
World Braille Day – January 4th
Today we celebrate the transformative power of Braille, which has opened doors to literacy, independence, and inclusion for millions of people who are blind or
What are you Waiting For?
Meet ex-scholar, Alvin Sephton, and some of our other previous scholars. Their journeys show the true impact of mentorship, opportunity, and giving back. The question
Birthday + Christmas Cheer!
Today we’re celebrating our amazing 2025 scholar, Kirsty Reilly – wishing her the happiest of birthdays! But we know that Kirsty wouldn’t want the spotlight
Living with a Spinal Cord Injury?
Do you know someone with a spinal cord injury who needs a confidence boost? Who’s ready for a new challenge? Tell them this exists: Flying
Tour of Turweston Aerodrome
A huge thank you to John Marriott! Recently, some of our FSDP scholars had the fantastic opportunity to tour aircraft hangared at Turweston Aerodrome and
7 Second Check-in With Alvin!
7‑Second Check‑In with Alvin! Our scholar Alvin has popped up with a lightning‑fast reminder … have you checked your eligibility yet? ✅ Eligible ✅ Applied
To all amputees with a dream of flight… this is your moment.
FSDP Flying Scholarships are designed to build confidence, independence and possibility and amputees have been among our most inspiring scholars. If you’ve ever imagined taking