U.S. Army Credentialing Assistance (CA) Program

We are currently accepting quotes for FY25!
Please click here to fill out a Google Survey and you will receive that quote within 48 hours.

If you need to ask any questions about the program, contact Kelly Parsons, CA Program Manager, at (910) 257-5807.

Since January 2020, we have successfully trained over 400+ service members!

The Credential Program allows you to use Army funding to pay for flight training. You can use that funding toward any of the following:

Private Pilot certificate
Instrument rating
Commercial Pilot certificate
Multi-Engine rating
Certified Flight Instructor
Instrument Flight Instructor
Multi-Engine Instructor

Additionally, we offer the following Ground Instructor courses:

Basic Ground Instructor
Advanced Ground Instructor
Instrument Ground Instructor

Who is eligible for the Credentialing Assistance Program?

All US Army service members, National Guard and Reserve Officers are eligible to participate in this program. Here's a link for the Soldier CA Process Guide (how to apply for CA in Army Ignited)


How much can you receive towards your flight training?

Eligible Active Duty service members may use $1,000 toward a Flight related Credential. The remaining $3,000 can be used toward any of our Ground Instructor courses. Reserve and National Guard service members can use up to $4,000 each fiscal year for either a flight or ground course.


What can the Credentialing Assistance Program pay for?

CA can be used to pay for flight training (both ground and flying), mandatory fees, exams and re-certification. Click here to see what the costs are involved in getting your private pilot certificate.


How do I apply for Credentialing Assistance?

Get more information click here to go to the Army's website for the Credentialing Assistance Program.


How do I get my flight training started with the Credentialing Assistance Program at Cape Fear Aviation?

Click here to fill out a Google survey. Once you complete the survey, Kelly Parsons will email you a quote that you submit to the Army Ignited site. We will also connect you with a CFI who will get you started on your ground training and answer any questions you have about flight training.

If you want to talk with our CA Program Manager, Kelly Parsons, for more specifics or questions about the Credential Program or the quote process, please contact her by text at (910) 257-5807 or [email protected].