Vintage & Classic Aircraft Finance
Finance for vintage, classic, and warbird aircraft - Tiger Moth, Chipmunk, Harvard, WACO, Stearman, Spitfire replicas, and other historic aircraft. Specialist aviation lenders who understand vintage aircraft values, CAA engineering approval requirements, and the classic aviation market.
The right structure for your aviation requirements
De Havilland Classic Finance
Tiger Moth, Chipmunk, Dove, and other De Havilland classics. Finance for privately-owned historic aircraft with current CAA Permit to Fly or C of A.
Warbird Finance
Harvard/T-6 Texan, Stearman, WACO, and other warbird trainer finance. Finance for the growing UK warbird community - privately-owned flying warbirds with active displays and fly-ins.
Pre-War Classic Finance
Finance for pre-war aircraft in airworthy condition with CAA Permit to Fly. Specialist valuers who understand the premium paid for aircraft in original or period-correct configuration.
Spitfire & Hurricane Replica Finance
Full-scale flyable Spitfire replicas (Airframe Assemblies, Supermarine Aviation) and Hurricane replicas. Finance for these high-value, emotionally significant aircraft.
Hire Purchase
The most common structure for vintage aircraft finance. Own the aircraft at end of term. The aircraft's historical significance and scarcity support strong residual values.
Sale & Leaseback
Release capital from a vintage aircraft you already own. Useful for collectors rationalising holdings or funding restoration of another aircraft.
How it works
Aircraft details
Type, year, serial number, current registration, permit or CofA status, hours, engine type, and any restoration work completed.
Specialist valuation
Vintage aircraft require specialist valuers familiar with the classic aviation market. Valuation reports from recognised classic aviation experts are required by lenders.
Lender sourcing
Specialist aviation lenders who understand vintage and warbird values. Not all aviation lenders will finance vintage aircraft - we identify those who will.
Settlement
We settle with the seller or estate. CAA permit or CofA transfer alongside the finance documentation.
Ready to discuss Vintage & Classic Aircraft Finance?
Call 0204 6211776 or complete our enquiry form. Indicative terms typically within hours.
Frequently asked questions
Can a warbird be financed if it only has a Permit to Fly?
Yes - specialist aviation lenders finance warbirds and vintage aircraft on CAA Permit to Fly. The Permit to Fly does not disqualify the aircraft from finance.
Are vintage aircraft good assets for finance?
Well-maintained, airworthy vintage aircraft in original or period-correct condition are strong finance assets - their scarcity, historical significance, and passionate collector market support residual values that more common aircraft cannot match.
Can a Spitfire replica be financed?
Yes - full-scale flyable Spitfire replicas are financed as high-value GA aircraft. The replica nature does not affect finance eligibility if the aircraft is CAA-certificated or permit-approved and airworthy.
What deposit is needed for vintage aircraft finance?
Typically 20-35% depending on the aircraft type, condition, and the specialist lender's assessment of the vintage aircraft market. Rarer and more sought-after examples attract lower deposit requirements due to stronger residual value certainty.
Can I finance a vintage aircraft for display flying?
Airshow and display flying is disclosed as part of the finance application. Some lenders are comfortable with display flying; others are not. We match the application to the right lender for the intended use.
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