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Your Pilot Career is More Affordable Than You Think

See exactly what your monthly payments would be. No hidden fees, no surprises — just transparent numbers to help you plan your future.

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Zero to Commercial Pilot Package

Complete program from no experience to commercial pilot — save $9,800 vs. individual courses.

PPL + IR + CPL + MultiAll ground schoolsAll checkride prepPackage discount applied

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$5,000
$0$52,000
60 months (5 years)
Estimated APR
6.99%
Rate shown is an estimate. Actual rates depend on credit score and lender. Many students qualify for lower rates.
Your Estimated Monthly Payment
$930.43
per month for 60 months
Program Cost$52,000
Down Payment-$5,000
Loan Amount$47,000
Total Interest$8,826
Total Cost$60,826

Return on Investment

Regional Airline Salary (Year 1)
$90,000/yr
Major Airline Salary (5+ years)
$180,000/yr
Training Pays for Itself In
1.3 years
Extra Lifetime Earnings vs. Average Job
$3,250,000

Based on BLS median pilot salaries and 25-year career span. Individual results may vary.

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Compare: Flight Training vs. Other Career Investments

When you look at the numbers, pilot training is one of the best career investments you can make.

Career PathTraining CostTime to CompleteStarting Salary5-Year Salary
Airline Pilot (AAFA)$52,000-$58,00012-20 months$90,000$180,000+
4-Year College Degree$100,000-$200,0004 years$55,000$70,000
Trade School$15,000-$40,0006-24 months$45,000$60,000
MBA Program$60,000-$150,0002 years$75,000$120,000

Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, NCES, AAFA graduate data. Salaries are median estimates and may vary by region and experience.

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