Financing and scholarships
Flight training is a real investment. Here's a complete map of the loan partners and scholarships pilots use to make it possible — plus our VA benefits guide for veterans.
Aviation-specific lenders
Both partners specialize in flight training and understand aviation timelines.
Stratus Financial
Hassle-free flight school loan program designed specifically for aspiring pilots. Stratus understands the aviation industry and the timeline of professional flight training.
Apply with Stratus Financial →AOPA Finance
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association — the largest general aviation organization — offers training financing alongside its broader aviation member resources.
Apply with AOPA Finance →529 plans
A 529 education savings plan can sometimes be applied toward flight training when it's used at an eligible institution. If you have a 529, reach out and we'll help you and your plan administrator confirm whether your program qualifies under your state's rules.
Scholarships worth applying for
A non-exhaustive list of scholarship programs commonly used by student pilots. Application requirements and deadlines vary — check each organization's site for current details.
Colorado Pilots Association
EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association)
NATA Navigate Your Future
NBAA
The Ninety-Nines
Tuskegee Airmen — Hubert L. Jones Chapter
Women in Aviation International
Have questions about paying for training?
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