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  • Instructors
  • Aircraft
  • Discovery Flights
  • Student Documents
  • Flight Training
    • Sport Pilot Rating
    • Private Pilot Rating
    • Instrument Rating
    • Commercial Pilot Rating
    • CFI Rating
    • Flight Review
  • Flight Circle
  • About
  • Ground School
  • Funding

 

At Open Door Aviation, we understand that cost is one of the biggest barriers standing between aspiring pilots and their Pilot Certificate. That's why we work hard to keep training as affordable as possible. For many of us, financing made the dream of flight achievable — and it can do the same for you. Below is a list of lenders who specialize in aviation financing for pilots in training. 

lending Options

AOPA Aviation Finance

 

  • Flexible line of credit (not a traditional lump-sum student loan) that can be used at any flight school, for any certificate or rating
  • No down payment required; maximum loan amount is $20,000
  • Rates start at 11.74% and go up to 13.74% APR, with a minimum credit score of 660
  • AOPA membership is required to apply (a discount is available when y

 

  • Flexible line of credit (not a traditional lump-sum student loan) that can be used at any flight school, for any certificate or rating
  • No down payment required; maximum loan amount is $20,000
  • Rates start at 11.74% and go up to 13.74% APR, with a minimum credit score of 660
  • AOPA membership is required to apply (a discount is available when you mention you're applying for a Flexible Aviation Loan while signing up)
  • Website: finance.aopa.org/flight-training-finance

Stratus Financial

 

  • Founded in 2020 by FAA-Certified Flight and Ground Instructors, so they understand pilot training firsthand
  • Offers loan packages specifically for flight training, working with both Part 61 and Part 141 schools
  • Partners with 300+ flight schools nationwide
  • Offers flexible repayment plans and competitive terms designed for student pilots
  • Website: https://stratus.finance/ 

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