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Buying a helicopter?

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Financing a Helicopter

Helicopter financing is a niche market within the broader aircraft financing sector, with limited options available due to the smaller number of helicopters in comparison to airplanes. Lenders typically favor well-established rotorcraft models and require higher down payments for turbine models used commercially.

  • Lenders often require a 20-25% down payment for piston helicopters and 30% for turbine models used in commercial operations.
  • Helicopters older than 20 years may face limited financing options, with many lenders avoiding those over 25 years old.

Call us today at 800.627.5263 to find out about our available helicopter loan programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our lenders can provide financing on helicopters from 2000 and newer.

Our lenders can provide financing for personal usage. Commercial usage is considered, but on an exception basis.

Our lenders will offer a maximum loan term of 10 years and rates between 5-6.5%.

A down payment of 25% is pretty standard.

AOPA finance helped me to acquire one of my dream planes and made the entire process feel like I was dealing with my small home town bank. The bank President personally made herself available to me and her loan officer made me feel like I lived in their town and had known them forever. They have my business for life!

Rick F.

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