Cessna Finance
Finance for the full Cessna range - from the 172 Skyhawk and 182 Skylane to the 206, Caravan, and Citation business jets. Hire purchase and finance lease from specialist aviation lenders. New and used aircraft, private and syndicate ownership.
The right structure for your aviation requirements
Cessna 172 & 182 Finance
The world's most-produced aircraft. Cessna 172 Skyhawk and 182 Skylane finance for private pilots, flying schools, and syndicates. New and used - specialist aviation lenders familiar with the robust UK Cessna secondary market.
Cessna 206 & Caravan Finance
Cessna 206 Stationair and C208 Caravan for commercial and utility operations. Finance for air taxi, skydiving, and commercial operators. CAA commercial operator certification requirements addressed.
Cessna Citation Finance
The Citation series - CJ, CJ2+, CJ3+, M2, Latitude, Longitude, and Sovereign. Finance for business jet owners from £500k to £10m+. Specialist business aviation lenders with Citation sector knowledge.
Hire Purchase
Own the Cessna at the end of the term. Fixed monthly payments over 3-10 years. Capital allowances available on qualifying aircraft for business use. The most popular structure for private Cessna ownership.
Finance Lease
Lower monthly payments than hire purchase. Flexible end-of-term options. Suited to flying schools and FTOs that cycle through their Cessna training fleet regularly.
Syndicate Finance
Many UK Cessna owners share ownership in a group of 2-4. Finance structured for the syndicate as a whole - joint borrowers, shared schedule, proportional usage. We advise on syndicate agreement structure alongside the finance.
How it works
Cessna details
Model, year, G-registration, total airframe hours, engine hours since new or overhaul (TTAF/SMOH), and current CofA status. New or used - we identify the right lenders immediately.
Terms sourced
Specialist aviation lenders familiar with the Cessna market. Decisions within 24 hours for straightforward applications.
CAA mortgage
For finance above £30,000, a CAA aircraft mortgage is registered. Aviation solicitors handle the CAA registration alongside the finance documentation.
Settlement
We settle with the seller, dealer, or manufacturer. The CAA mortgage is registered. The Cessna is yours.
Ready to discuss Cessna Finance?
Call 0204 6211776 or complete our enquiry form. Indicative terms typically within hours.
Frequently asked questions
Can I finance an older Cessna 172?
Yes - older Cessna 172s with high airframe hours are routinely financed by specialist aviation lenders who assess the aircraft on condition and maintenance history rather than age alone. A well-maintained 1970s Cessna 172 with complete logs can be financeable at a reasonable advance rate.
Does Cessna have its own finance arm in the UK?
Cessna Finance Corporation (part of Textron) operates in some markets but is not a primary route for most UK buyers. Independent specialist aviation lenders and brokers typically offer more competitive terms and broader access than manufacturer finance for UK GA aircraft.
Can I finance a Cessna 172 for a flying school?
Yes - flying school aircraft finance is available from specialist aviation lenders who understand FTO revenue models and the wear patterns associated with training aircraft. Higher utilisation is accounted for in the advance rate and insurance requirements.
What is the typical advance rate on a used Cessna?
Typically 75-85% of current open market value as assessed by a specialist aviation valuer. Well-maintained Cessna aircraft from reputable operators with complete maintenance logs command the stronger end of the range.
Can a Cessna Citation be financed alongside a G-registration?
Yes - Cessna Citations on the UK G-register are the most straightforward to finance with UK specialist lenders. N-registered Citations require US specialist aviation lenders or UK lenders comfortable with N-reg security structures.
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