This scholarship honors Natasha Warshaw, an enthusiastic and accomplished private pilot whose passion for aviation touched everyone around her.

Natasha’s love of flying began in childhood, traveling with her parents in their 1962 Mooney out of Montgomery Airport in San Diego to destinations across California, Arizona, and Mexico. These early adventures sparked her lifelong enthusiasm for aviation, travel, and ultimately her pursuit of advanced ratings.

Natasha earned her private pilot license at age 21 after training at Santa Monica Flyers at the Santa Monica Airport. In 2023, she achieved her instrument rating, and by 2024 she was learning formation flying with fellow Mooney pilots and friends at SMO.

Flying was woven into every part of her life—she not only flew for pleasure but also used her Mooney to commute to her clients’ homes and between her work as a highly sought after hairdresser in top salons in Beverly Hills and La Jolla.

When she wasn’t working, Natasha could often be found flying low along the Malibu coastline or heading to Santa Ynez for her favorite barbecue. Her joy for flying was unmistakable—you could see it in her smile and hear it in her voice.

She often expressed her gratitude with the heartfelt phrase, “I can’t believe I get to do this!”

This scholarship continues Natasha’s legacy by supporting an active member of the 99s in earning her Instrument Rating.

The Natasha Warshaw Instrument Flight Rating Scholarship provides financial assistance to help a dedicated pilot achieve her Instrument Flight Rating (IR).

The award provides up to $15,000 to help the recipient reach this important milestone.

Applicants must demonstrate active participation in the 99s and present a clear, achievable plan for completing their instrument training. Please complete all sections to be considered.

To be eligible for the Natasha Warshaw Intrument Training Scholarship, the applicant must meet all of the following:

• Be a 99s Full Member for at least 3 months prior to the submission deadline

• Have a 99s Mentor

• Have a current and valid medical certificate

• Have a valid pilot certificate

• Be a member of the Southwest Section of the 99s

• Receive their flight training within the United States

• Demonstrate a need for financial assistance

The recipient will have 12 months from the date of award to utilize the scholarship.

Please, review the Application Instructions prior to applying.

$15,000

August 19, 2026, at 2359 Pacific Time