Financing

At Parrish Aviation, we strive to offer the highest quality financing to our students!

Becoming an airline pilot is a big commitment and life decision, our partners listed below are trusted companies that treat our students very well.

Meritize and Stratus Financial are our primary full program lenders, the others are more creative options if you need them.

Meritize

We have partnered with Meritize to provide our students with financing options to fund your education.

With a Meritize Loan, you can get credit for your merit and potentially improve your loan options by sharing your academic history, military background, or work experience.

If approved, full deferment during school is available for certain products.

Check your loan options in minutes without impacting your credit score!

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Terms and Conditions apply. Meritize branded loan products are educational loans issued by Blue Ridge Bank (“Bank”), National Association, Member FDIC. The Bank and Meritize reserve the right to modify or discontinue products and benefits at any time without notice. To qualify, a borrower must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid work authorization document, and meet the Bank’s underwriting requirements. If approved for a loan, the actual loan amount, term, payment, and APR amount of the loan that a customer qualifies for may vary based on credit determination, state law, and other factors.

Stratus Financial

Stratus Financial was founded by FAA Certificated Flight and Ground Instructors passionate about helping others achieve their aviation dreams. We know it’s not just about achieving your dreams (because we looked up in the sky every time,we heard an airplane too!), but funding your family’s dreams as well.That’s why Stratus was created, because with Stratus, the sky is no longer the limit.

Your Aviation Dreams Start Here

You’re not just a number, and it shows with Stratus. We look beyond the typical FICO scores and look at you as a whole aviator. We want to set you up for success before you even apply with us!

We offer exceptional lending packages, including:

  • The best rate you’ll get anywhere to go from zero to hero!

  • Full financing for your entire flight training and more

  • Affordable payment options, including deferment for 12 months while you complete your training AND find a job.

  • Pay your loan off any time you want with no consequences or penalties whatsoever.

Stratus Has You Covered For Resources For Your Aviation Career

  • Counseling with our team of flight instructors and ground instructors to support you through flight training, check rides and interviews with airlines.

  • Resume reviewing, editing,and building

  • AMA Phone Calls with Pilots in the 121 and 135 Industry –What It’s like, How They Got Their Job, etc.

We look forward to helping you achieving your aviation dreams and seeing you in the sky!

If you are interested in getting started, please click here to Apply Now!

AOPA, or Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, is one of the most trusted names in aviation, apply below to see what you qualify for!

Both financing options are used by many flight schools and can get you one step closer to your dream.

Click here to apply!

Take advantage of this open-end, variable-rate loan with terms up to 120 months and amounts up to $40,000.¹

Who is eligible?

Credit Union members and U.S. citizens or permanent residents who

are paying education expenses for themselves or family members.

Click here to apply!