South African Civil Aviation Authority Bursary
Any Level
Various
Amount not specified
South African Citizens Only
About This Bursary
South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) Bursary 2026
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – SACAA
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA), established on in 1998, is a public entity and agency of the Department of Transport (DoT). The national aviation authority is responsible for overseeing civil aviation and governing investigations of aviation accidents and incidents.
ABOUT THE SACAA BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is inviting students to apply for their
bursary
programme, for the
2026 academic year
.
Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields:
Aeronautical Engineering
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Cadet Pilot Training: Fixed Wing Pilot Training
Cadet Pilot Training: Helicopter Pilot Training
** RELATED BURSARIES **
View our other
Pilot Bursaries and Scholarships
here
.
View our other
Engineering Bursaries and Scholarships
here
.
View our other
Bursaries and Scholarships OPEN for application
here
.
MORE ABOUT THE SACAA BURSARY PROGRAMME – SELECTION
The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses:
Cadet Pilot Training applicants: full tuition fees, flight training, examination fees and mentorship from experienced pilots and aviation professionals.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering applicants: full tuition fees, registration fees, tools, textbooks, learning materials, accommodation, stipend, practical training and mentorship with certified aviation engineers.
Aeronautical Engineering applicants: full tuition fees, registration fees, textbooks, study materials, accommodation and a stipend.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by SACAA – if you do not receive any feedback, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the SACAA Bursary.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SACAA BURSARY
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
Cadet Pilot Training applicants:
You must be a South African citizen
You must be between 18 and 35 years old
You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
You must achieve a minimum of Level 6 or 7 for Mathematics (Pure) and Physical Science in Matric
You must be studying or intend on studying towards a Cadet Pilot qualification: Fixed Wing or Helicopter Pilot Training
You must have proven financial need
You must be passionate about engineering and innovation
You must be passionate about aviation and be committed to excellence
You must have a strong work ethic and high discipline
You must be dedicated and motivated
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering applicants:
You must be a South African citizen
You must be between 18 and 35 years old
You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
You must achieve a minimum of Level 6 or 7 for Mathematics (Pure) and Physical Science in Matric
You must be studying or intend on studying towards a Aircraft Maintenance Engineering qualification
You must be accepted or provisional accepted to study at a recognised and accredited institution in South Africa
You must have a strong academic record
You must have proven financial need
You must be passionate about engineering and innovation
You must be dedicated and technically inclined
Aeronautical Engineering applicants:
You must be a South African citizen
You must be between 18 and 35 years old
You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
You must achieve a minimum of Level 6 or 7 for Mathematics (Pure) and Physical Science in Matric
You must be studying or intend on studying towards an Aeronautical Engineering qualification
You must be accepted or provisional accepted to study at a recognised and accredited institution in South Africa
You must have a strong academic record
You must have proven financial need
You must be passionate about engineering and innovation
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SACAA BURSARY
Applications must be submitted online at:
SACAA Bursary Application 2026
Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the SACAA bursary.
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
ID document (certified copy)
Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
Latest academic results, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)
Parent or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed)
Motivational letter to support your application
(read our tips on
how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application
)
CLOSING DATE FOR THE SACAA BURSARY
30 September 2025 (at 12 midnight).
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact SACAA directly:
Human Resources office
Tel: 011 545 1126 / 011 545 1580 / 011 545 1468
Email: BursaryApplications@caa.co.za
Please do NOT contact SACAA if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here:
https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/
This bursary listing was last updated in August 2025.
SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.
What's Covered
See description details.
Eligibility Criteria
See description details.
Application Requirements
See description details.
Important Dates
Application Deadline:
Feb 07, 2026
Bursary Details
Category:
Engineering
Study Level:
Any Level
Funding Type:
Full Funding
Reference:
BUR-1999E4F2