CABAA and its partners will award applicants with advanced training to enhance each individual's progress toward a career in Business Aviation. One recipient will be awarded the FlightSafety Maintenance Initial course (Citation or similar) and one recipient will receive the CAE Maintenance Initial Course (Citation or similar). This course is designed to meet the training requirements of aviation maintenance professionals maintaining each respective aircraft. Applicants must hold or will hold a current A&P Certificate. Applicants must demonstrate their commitment to aircraft maintenance, and a desire to work in the Business Aviation field. At least three letters of recommendation are required. At least one recommendation letter must be from an individual currently involved in business aviation outside of professors from the applicant's school. Preference is given to Chicagoland or Illinois area residents and students, followed by residents and students of surrounding states.