Certified Piston
6.46%
Cirrus · Cessna · Piper · Diamond · Mooney
Turboprop / Jet
6.37%
TBM · King Air · PC-12 · Citation
6.00%
Light Jet
Vision Jet · Phenom 100 · Eclipse
LSA / MOSAIC
6.92%
Bristell · Sling · Tecnam S-LSA
EAB / Experimental
7.46%
Van's · CubCrafters · Kitfox · Rans
After Your Comparison
You've built the shortlist. Here's what comes next.
The comparison engine shows you performance and operating costs. The financing picture — monthly payment, down payment, rate category, and LTV — is specific to each aircraft. A Cirrus SR22T and a Diamond DA50 RG may look similar on range and speed, but they finance differently: the SR22T has deeper lender familiarity and a larger pre-owned market, while the DA50 RG's Jet-A engine changes the underwriting category.
Use the rate strip above to understand which category each aircraft falls into, then visit the brand financing page for payment examples, lender detail, and model-specific underwriting notes. When you're ready, pre-approval is a soft pull — no credit impact, 2 business days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Using this comparison tool.
How do I add aircraft to the comparison?
Use the filter controls above to browse the aircraft database by category, price range, or manufacturer. Click "Add to Hangar" on any aircraft card to add it to your side-by-side comparison. You can compare up to four aircraft at once.
What financing rate applies to the aircraft I'm comparing?
Rate category depends on aircraft type. Certified piston aircraft (Cirrus, Cessna, Piper, Diamond, Mooney) qualify from 6.46%. Turboprops and jets from 6.37%. Light jets from 6.00%. S-LSA and MOSAIC aircraft from 6.92%. Experimental/EAB aircraft from 7.46%. Visit the brand financing page for each aircraft for specific payment examples.
Can I finance any aircraft in this database?
FLYING Finance finances all aircraft categories represented in the comparison engine — certified piston, turboprop, jet, LSA/MOSAIC, and experimental/EAB. Pre-approval is a soft pull with no credit impact and takes 2 business days. Click "Get Pre-Approved" above to start.
What does "Direct Operating Cost" mean in the comparison?
Direct Operating Cost (DOC) is the cost per flight hour for fuel, oil, and routine maintenance. It does not include fixed costs like hangar, insurance, annual inspection, or financing. Total cost of ownership adds those fixed costs to DOC. FLYING Finance can walk you through a full cost-of-ownership model for any aircraft you're considering.
How current are the aircraft prices in the database?
Prices reflect mid-2026 market estimates based on current transaction data. Aircraft values fluctuate based on total time, avionics, damage history, and market conditions. Always verify current value with a professional appraisal or VREF before finalizing a purchase or financing application.
What's the difference between the comparison engine and the aircraft finance calculator?
The comparison engine helps you choose between aircraft — performance, range, operating costs, and market value side by side. The
aircraft finance calculator helps you understand the monthly payment once you've chosen. Use both: compare first, then calculate the financing for your shortlist.
