Aviation Finance

Our flexible aviation finance and leasing solutions can absorb the blow of a high upfront payment and let you spread it over monthly instalments, so your cashflow remains and can be spent in business areas where it’s most needed.

  • Quick decisions and finance application turnaround

  • Expertise in many specialist sectors

We believe that all UK businesses have unique needs when it comes to accessing finance

How Can Aviation Asset Finance Benefit You?

Aviation finance leasing solutions are designed to help companies in the industry safeguard their cashflow against the financial strain of big purchases, while still investing in essential, up-to-date assets.

Whether it’s a whole aircraft, airport ground support equipment or the latest maintenance tools, aviation asset finance can help you achieve your goals without affecting your operations.

Tailored finance for aviation

We like to make things simple; even if it’s a jet helicopter. See our four step process below.

Choose your asset

Find the aviation asset you want to purchase and contact our team.

Approval and invoice from the dealer

Get a quick decision. We request the invoice from the dealer.

Approval and invoice from the supplier

Get a quick decision. We request the invoice from the dealer.

Documents are signed and the supplier is paid

You sign the aviation asset finance documents via email, and we pay the supplier.

We believe that all UK businesses have unique needs when it comes to accessing finance

Why Use us for Aviation Finance Leasing?

  • Turnaround time – We aim to get you an aviation finance offer in writing within 24 hours of the quote.

     

  • Service – our dedicated team of professionals will search the market to get you the best finance deal for you and your business.

Reach out to discuss aviation asset finance options in more detail and tell us your requirements.

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FAQs

We’re well-known in the aviation industry as specialists due to our excellent aircraft financing options.

Aviation finance is a type of finance agreement that helps businesses spread the cost of buying expensive aviation assets, such as aircraft, helicopters, and even ground support equipment. It is usually paid back over a series of regular payments instead of paying the full price up front and has been designed to protect cash flow and support investment in essential aviation equipment.

With aviation finance through STAR Asset Finance, the process is very straightforward. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Choose the asset you want to buy and contact our aviation specialists.
  • We will then request the invoice from the dealer or supplier.
  • Once approved, you sign the finance documents by email.
  • Finally, we’ll pay the supplier on your behalf, and you pay us back over monthly instalments.

Discover flexible and tailored solutions with our aircraft financing options, which can include:

  • Aircraft financing options for aircraft and aviation equipment
  • A tailored finance agreement with repayment structures to match your business cash flow
  • Specialist support and quick turnaround times on decisions

There’s not a blanket amount as it often varies on several factors, such as business size, the price or the aircraft you’ve chosen, and your business’s cash flow.

Whether it’s new or pre-owned aircraft, our aviation team will make sure you can afford your monthly repayments, which is why we carefully consider all aspects before accepting your application.

Most likely. This is generally a one-month upfront payment, but every decision is based on a case-by-case basis, so it’s best to check with our expert team to ensure you get the right information.

More expertise in specialist sectors

Industries we work with

Agricultural

Agricultural

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Automotive

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Aviation

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Cleaning

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Construction

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Education

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Engineering

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Healthcare

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Hospitality

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Leisure & Sports

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Marine

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Retail

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Technology

Aviation Finance with Purpose: Landing It When It Matters

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Our client required finance for a 1996 metallic silver Agusta twin jet helicopter, a critical asset for their operations. However, the aircraft’s age proved a major hurdle, with several traditional lenders declining the deal due to perceived risk. With tight timelines and a high dependency on acquiring this specific helicopter, the situation demanded a tailored and responsive approach.

Despite the complexities, we successfully secured finance and ensured the client received the aircraft on time. By assessing the deal on its individual merits and applying a practical, informed strategy, we delivered where others could not. We understand that no two finance needs are the same, which is why we create solutions designed to work for your business.

Aviation Finance

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If you sell any form of equipment, machinery or commercial vehicles, why not offer point of sale finance to your customers? You can make supplier finance arrangements through any one of our group businesses, where local knowledge is backed by national support.