This is the toughest part of becoming a pilot today. Whith the Credit Crunch it won't be easy if you aren't independantly wealthy but it is not impossible.
Read this great article from AOPA on Pilot Financing [AOPA FINANCE ARTICLE]
There are a few lenders out there that still want the individuals of this great nation to succeed and are willing to give them a shot. Here are a few prospects to check out:
- [AOPA] will lend upto $25,000 towards your aviation career and is an avenue some people use to get that last bit of training or an additional rating.
- [Pilot Finance] offers smaller loans to get additional training once you have rating could be a valuable source towards the end of your training.
- [Utah Valley University] offers an all-online aviation science degree and some financial aid may be possible if you are enrolled in there 2 or 4 year program.
- [Whrily Girls] is an organization of women helping other women progress in the aviation industry and many loans and even grants are possible through their services.
