Affordable Pilot Training and Financing Options
Flight training is a meaningful investment in your future, and Cirrus Aviation offers financing options to help make professional pilot training more accessible.
Flexible Loans and Payment Plans for Your Aviation Education
Getting assistance so you can start flying
Investing in flight training is a major step toward becoming a professional aviator, and understanding your financing options is essential. At Cirrus Aviation, we make it easier for aspiring pilots to start, and finish, their training by offering access to reputable financing partners and IRS-approved education benefits.
Whether you are beginning your Private Pilot License or pursuing an accelerated pathway to a professional aviation career, our team is here to help you navigate every step of the financial process.
Sallie Mae Airline Career Loans
Our partner
Cirrus Aviation is an approved training provider for Sallie Mae’s Aviation and Airline Career Training Loans, designed specifically for students entering professional flight programs. Sallie Mae offers flexible financing options to help you pursue your aviation training with confidence, making it easier to invest in your future as a pilot.
Benefits
- Competitive interest rates with variable and fixed-rate options.
- Loan amounts that can cover the full cost of training, including multi-certification tracks.
- No origination fees or prepayment penalties.
- Deferred payment options while in training.
- Flexible repayment plans after program completion.
- Fast online application process with quick credit decisions.
What the Sallie Mae loans can cover
- Flight training tuition.
- Aircraft rental, simulator time, and instructor fees.
- Ground school, books, and training materials.
- Required FAA written, oral, and practical exam fees.
- Required equipment (depending on program structure).
Students can apply online in minutes and begin training as soon as their loan is approved. Our admissions team can assist you with program selection and documentation needed for your application.
Apply Now529 Plan Eligible
Save money with education
Our flight training programs are IRS Qualified tuition program (QTP) “529 Plan” eligible, meaning students may use their 529 Plan to cover qualified flight training expenses, including:
- Flight training tuition.
- Aircraft rental and simulator fees required for the program.
- Ground school.
- Books, charts, and training materials.
- FAA written and practical exam fees.
A 529 Plan is a tax-advantaged way to save for education, money in the account grows tax-free and can be withdrawn tax-free when used for approved educational costs.
Start TrainingApply for Student Loan Financing
Applying for student loan financing at Cirrus Aviation is a guided and straightforward process. Once you connect with our admissions team, you'll receive support in identifying eligible training programs, estimating costs, and completing the application with our approved lending partners. After submission, loan approvals and funding timelines are coordinated to align with your training start date. Our team remains available to assist throughout the process, ensuring clear communication and a smooth transition from application to active flight training.
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