Financing

Monte is a U.K.-based company that says its sole focus is financing sustainable regional aviation technologies so that it can support the aviation industry’s transition to net-zero carbon emissions.

Aircraft financing is unique when compared with home or car loans.

Becoming a pilot can be costly, ranging from a few thousand dollars to $100,000, depending on the type of certification or license you need. These costs include flight training fees, test fees, airplane rentals, etc. Undoubtedly, the expense of attending a flight school often scares people from becoming pilots. Thankfully, there are a few ways […]

The move allows the manufacturer to advance plans on expansion in the U.S. and France.

Volocopter is partnering with Aviation Capital Group (ACG) to develop financing options intended to allow the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) startup to sell its aircraft after certification.  The deal will cover the Germany-based company’s family of aircraft with up to $1 billion in support. Aircraft include the VoloCity and VoloConnect, designed for passengers, […]

Securing the funds to make your flying dreams happen takes planning and strategic thinking. There are a range of solutions for finding sources of financing, planning for your expected expenditures, and applying for scholarships that will help you on your way. The first question to answer: What level of flying do you wish to achieve? […]

There comes a time in most pilots’ lives when they’re faced with a tough decision: continue renting an airplane from a local flight school or club, or buy one of their own. Maybe there’s a sweet little bird you’ve had your eye on already. You’ve chatted with the insurance agent, you’ve looked into hangar or […]

According to a report from parent company Textron, Cessna delivered 84 Citations in the second quarter of this year, compared with 117 for the same time period last year. Revenues also decreased by $630 million, a shortfall of some 42%. Profits were down also, to $48 million (from $214 million) due to low sales volume […]

As more “progress payments” come due, jet manufacturers face challenges as customers might have difficulty raising the cash. Progress payments are scheduled payments toward the sales price, agreed to under a sales contract, and made at fixed dates as the delivery date approaches. According to business aviation analyst Brian Foley, a new, stricter credit culture […]