CLOVER, S.C. — Nine cadets from the Clover High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) have earned full scholarships to attend an accredited aviation university and participate in a private pilot license (PPL) training program during the summer of 2024. This achievement places Clover High School among the elite institutions nationwide, continuing its streak as a leader in the Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC) Flight Academy Scholarship Program.
Out of the 171 AFJROTC cadets selected for the program globally, Clover High School claims the largest share, with nine of its students receiving this prestigious opportunity. For the eighth consecutive year, Clover High School has topped the nation in the number of cadets chosen for the Flight Academy program, totaling more than 116 selections since the program’s inception.
The Flight Academy Scholarship, valued at $22,500 per cadet, covers essential expenses including transportation, room and board, academic instruction, and flight hours required to earn a private pilot license. These scholarships are part of an Air Force initiative aimed at addressing the ongoing shortage of civilian and military pilots by providing young cadets the opportunity to jumpstart their aviation careers.
“These scholarships are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our cadets, as well as the commitment of our program to provide them with real-world opportunities in aviation,” said Major Bryan Batson, AFJROTC instructor at Clover High School. “We are incredibly proud to see our cadets succeed on this national stage.”
In the event that any of the primary scholarship recipients decline the offer, alternate cadets are also selected to fill these slots, ensuring the program’s

continued success.
The Flight Academy Scholarship is a key component of the Air Force’s broader efforts to partner with the commercial aviation industry to cultivate a new generation of pilots, while simultaneously addressing the national pilot shortage that has affected both civilian and military sectors.
As Clover High School continues to lead the nation in Flight Academy selections, the AFJROTC program at Clover remains a beacon of excellence, providing students with unique opportunities that can launch their careers in aviation and beyond.
For more information about Clover High School’s AFJROTC program or the Flight Academy Scholarship, contact Major Bryan Batson at Clover High School or visit the official AFJROTC website.