Fly Now, Pay After
You Land the Job
Don't let money be the reason you don't become a pilot. We offer flexible financing options designed specifically for aviation students — with no payments required until after you're employed.
Your Career Shouldn't Wait on
Your Bank Account
We believe the only thing standing between you and the cockpit should be hard work — not money. Our financing options are built around your career trajectory, not just your current financial situation. Check your options in minutes without any impact to your credit score.
Talk to Our Enrollment TeamRates That Match Your Career — Not Just Your Credit Score
Our lending partners look beyond your FICO score. Your academic history, military background, and work experience all count toward your approval and loan terms.
Full Training Funded — No Out-of-Pocket Surprise
Your loan can cover your entire flight training program — certificates, ratings, checkride fees, and more. One loan. One clear path forward.
Deferred Payments: Train First, Pay After You're Hired
Approved students can defer all payments while in training — and continue deferring until they land their first aviation job.
Pay Off Early — Zero Penalties, Ever
When your airline career takes off and you're ready to pay down your loan early, there are no prepayment penalties whatsoever.
More Than a Loan:
A Career Support System
Financing is just the start. As an Aviators student, you get our in-house team in your corner throughout your entire career journey — from day one of training all the way to your first airline interview.
Talk to Our Team-
1-on-1 counseling from our team through your training, checkrides, and airline interviews
-
Resume reviewing, editing, and full resume-building support
-
Guest speakers from major Part 121 and Part 135 carriers sharing their career journeys
-
Exclusive access to our SkyWest Airlines Cadet Program partnership to fast-track your airline career
Why Aviators Is the
Obvious Choice
We're the only flight school in Los Angeles that offers full program financing, all-inclusive pricing, and guaranteed job placement — all in one place.
| Aviators Flight Academy | Competitor "E" | Competitor "C" | Competitor "M" | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Program Price | $84,900 all-inclusive | $109,000+ | $239/hr (unbundled) | $365/hr (unbundled) |
| Financing Available | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Estimated Completion | 9–14 months | 12 months | No guarantee | No guarantee |
| Exam Fees Included | ✓ Included | ✗ Extra | ✗ Extra | ✗ Extra |
| Written Test Prep | ✓ Included | ✗ Extra | ✗ Extra | ✗ Extra |
| Airline Partnerships | ✓ SkyWest Cadet Program | ✗ None | ✗ None | ✗ None |
| Housing Available | ~$2,200/mo nearby | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
Eligibility &
How to Apply
Getting started takes only a few minutes. Here's what you need to qualify and what to expect.
Contact Our Enrollment Team
Reach out and let us know you're interested in financing. We'll walk you through every available option and find the one that best fits your situation — no commitment required.
Get Approved
Our lending partners evaluate your full profile — academics, military service, work experience, and more. To qualify you'll need to be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or hold valid work authorization.
Start Flying
Once funded, enroll in your program and start training immediately. Payments are fully deferred while you train and until you land your first aviation job.
To qualify, a borrower must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid work authorization document, and meet the lender's underwriting requirements. Actual loan amount, term, payment, and APR may vary based on credit determination, state law, and other factors.
Ready to Make It Happen?
Our enrollment team will walk you through every available financing option — clearly, with no pressure.
Book a Discovery Flight and experience what's waiting for you before committing to anything.