Light Aircraft Finance
Finance for private light aircraft - touring, training, and aerobatic aircraft. Cessna 172/182, Piper PA-28/34, Diamond DA40/DA42, Cirrus SR22, and Robin. Aviation hire purchase and finance lease. New and used, UK-registered aircraft.
The right structure for every light aircraft requirement
Private Aircraft Finance
Cessna 172/182/206, Piper PA-28/34, Diamond DA40/DA42, and Cirrus SR20/SR22 private touring aircraft. Finance for individual aircraft owners and flying syndicates.
Training Aircraft Finance
Finance for flying training organisations - Cessna, Piper, Diamond, and Aquila training aircraft for ATPL and PPL training programmes. FTO-specific lending structures.
High-Performance Aircraft Finance
Cirrus SR22T, Beechcraft Bonanza, and Piper Malibu/Meridian. Finance for higher-value touring aircraft from experienced private pilots.
Aviation Hire Purchase
Full ownership at end of term. Fixed payments over 5-10 years depending on aircraft age and type.
Syndicate Finance
Finance structured for aircraft flying syndicates - 2, 4, or more owners sharing a single aircraft. The agreement reflects the syndicate ownership arrangement.
FTO Fleet Finance
Finance for approved flying training organisation aircraft fleets - useful for commercial pilot training schools financing multiple aircraft as a fleet package.
How it works
Aircraft details
Type, manufacturer, model, year, total airframe hours, engine TTSN/SMOH, UK CAA registration status.
Terms
Specialist aviation finance lenders. Indicative terms within 48 hours.
Approval
Private pilots, syndicates, and approved flying training organisations.
Completion
CAA registration of security. Aviation documentation managed by specialist aviation lawyers.
Ready to discuss Light Aircraft Finance?
Call 0204 6211776 or complete our enquiry form. Indicative terms typically within hours.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical advance rate for a light aircraft?
Typically 70-75% of current market value as assessed by a specialist aviation valuer. Well-maintained aircraft with recent avionics upgrades command the stronger end of the range.
Can a flying syndicate get aircraft finance?
Yes - syndicate aircraft finance is a specific structure we arrange. The agreement reflects multiple ownership and proportional usage.
Is finance available for avionics upgrades?
In some cases, yes - avionics upgrades can be included in a combined facility alongside the base aircraft purchase where the upgrade materially improves the aircraft's value.
What is the minimum aircraft value for finance?
We typically arrange light aircraft finance from £30,000 upward. Below this, personal loan or other unsecured finance may be more appropriate.
Can a foreign-registered aircraft be financed?
UK specialist aviation lenders prefer UK CAA-registered aircraft. Import and re-registration to the UK register can be done before finance draws - we advise on the process.
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