Aviation

FINANCING

Stratus Financial was founded by FAA Certificated Flight and Ground Instructors passionate about helping others achieve their aviation dreams. We know it’s not just about achieving your dreams, but funding your family’s dreams as well. That’s why Stratus was created, because with Stratus, the sky is no longer the limit.

Your Aviation Journey Starts Here

You’re not just a number, and it shows with Stratus. We look beyond the typical FICO scores and look at you as a whole aviator. We want to set you up for success before you even apply with us!

We offer exceptional lending packages, including:

  • The best rate you’ll get anywhere to go from zero to hero!

  • Full financing for your entire flight training and more.

  • Affordable payment options, including deferment for 12 months while you complete your training AND find a job.

  • Pay your loan off any time you want with no consequences or penalties whatsoever.

Stratus Has You Covered For Resources For Your Aviation Career

  • Counseling with our team of flight instructors and ground instructors to support you through flight training, check rides and interviews with airlines.

  • Resume reviewing, editing, and building.

  • AMA Phone Calls with Pilots in the 121 and 135 Industry – What It’s like, How They Got Their Job, etc.

We look forward to helping you achieve your aviation dreams and seeing you in the sky!
Your Financing Options
Stratus Financial

If you are interested in getting started, please click here to apply.

If you have limited credit or low income you may need a Co-Borrower; if so, please have your co-borrower complete their application here.

FLIGHT TRAINING PACKAGES

Private Pilot Certification

$13,700

55 hr C-172 rental
35 hrs flight instruction
20 hrs ground instruction
CPC Ground School Kit
Written exam
Checkride

C-150: $11,000

Instrument
Rating

$11,600

26 hr C-172 rental
14 hrs flight simulator
50 hrs instruction
CPC Ground School Kit
Written exam
Checkride

Private/Instrument Program

$25,300

Private Pilot Certification
Instrument Rating
Written exam
Checkrides

Commercial Pilot Program

$48,000

Private Pilot Certification
Instrument Rating
Commercial S/E
Headset
iPad mini
Written exam
Checkrides

Professional Pilot Program

$58,700

Private Pilot Certification
Instrument Rating
Commercial S/E
CFI S/E
CFI-I
Headset
iPad mini
Written exam
Checkrides

Commercial S/E

$22,610

100 hr C-172 rental
20 hrs flight simulator
55 hrs flight instruction
CPC Ground School Kit
Written exam
Checkride

Commercial M/E Add-On

$5,200

8 hrs BE-76 rental
5 hrs flight simulator
13 hrs instruction
6 hrs ground instruction
CPC Ground School Kit
Written exam
Checkride

CFI

$6,300

7 hr C-172 rental
7 hrs flight instruction
40 hrs ground instruction
CPC Ground School Kit
Written exam
Checkride

CFI-I

$4,600

7 hrs C-172 rental
3 hrs flight simulator
10 hrs flight instruction
20 hrs ground instruction
Written exam
Checkride

CFI M/E

$5,500

12 hrs BE-76 rental
12 hrs flight instruction
10 hrs ground instruction
Checkride

Pricing based on current rates. Stratus Financing terms and conditions apply.
Discounted packages available. Must be paid in full prior to training.
Commercial S/E package is based on a pilot beginning the program with low flight hours.
*Logbook review is required prior to training.*