Flight Schedule Pro has partnered with Sallie Mae to offer private student loans for pilot certification through approved flight schools nationwide.
This collaboration aims to integrate student loan management directly into the flight training process, providing a more transparent and structured financial pathway for aspiring pilots.
The initiative seeks to address the historical lack of capital and financial clarity for pilot training by offering a predictable and accountable system, leveraging Flight Schedule Pro's data for enhanced lender confidence and school analytics.
Ryan is Group President for Firecrown's Aviation Group. In 2013, he founded AirlineGeeks.com, a leading trade publication covering the airline industry. Since then, his work has been featured in several publications and news outlets, including CNN, WJLA, CNET, and Business Insider. During his time in the airline industry, he's worked in roles pertaining to airport/airline operations while holding a B.S. in Air Transportation Management from Arizona State University along with an MBA. Previously, he worked for a Part 135 operator and later a major airline. Ryan is also an Adjunct Instructor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
