Aviation

Take Flight With Our Aviation Financing

Aviation Equipment Leasing – Commercial Funding Partners (CFP) is your top aircraft and aviation equipment funding choice. We offer tailored solutions to upgrade fleets, enhance maintenance, and access cutting-edge aviation innovations. Our extensive selection covers business jets, utility aircraft, helicopters, turboprops, agricultural aircraft, air ambulances, training aircraft, ground support equipment, in-flight systems, and maintenance tools. Trust CFP to elevate your aviation operations with the financial support you need.

Recent Aircraft Financing

Funding Success - $2,200,000

A Charter jet company needed a 30-passenger aircraft. CFP was able to finance 100% of the new aircraft, provide additional resources to pay down bank lines, and initiate improved cash management strategies.

CFP is The #1 Choice to Fund Aircraft & Aviation Equipment

In the fast-paced world of aviation, having the tools is not just about being efficient but crucial for safety, adherence to regulations, and top performance. Here at Commercial Funding Partners, we recognize the requirements of the aviation field. Whether upgrading your aircraft fleet, enhancing maintenance procedures, or seeking cutting-edge aviation innovations, our curated selection offers the capital you need to improve your operations. Our financing resources allow you to select from ground support tools and avionics to engines and cabin systems to boost functionality and simplify service requirements.

Type Of Aviation Equipment We Fund

The aviation industry relies on a vast array of specialized equipment to ensure the safe and efficient operation of aircraft. Here’s a list of essential equipment used in the aviation industry, spanning ground support, in-flight systems, and maintenance tools:
Business Jet

Business Jets

  • Bombardier Challenger & Global Series: Popular for long-range and large cabin experiences.
  • Gulfstream G650 & G700: Known for ultra-long-range capabilities, high speed, and luxury.
  • Cessna Citation Series: Includes a range of jets suitable for short- to long-range missions, widely used for their versatility.

Utility Aircraft

Utility Aircraft

  • Cessna Caravan: Renowned for its ruggedness and versatility, commonly used for cargo, passenger transport, and skydiving.
  • Pilatus PC-12 & PC-24: Swiss aircraft known for high performance can operate on short and unpaved runways, serving varied roles from cargo to executive transport.

Helicopter

Helicopters

  • Sikorsky S-76 & S-92: Often used for corporate transport, search and rescue missions, and offshore oil rig staff transport.
  • Bell 429 & 407: Popular in law enforcement, emergency medical services, and corporate transport.
Turboprop Aircraft

Turboprop Aircraft

  • King Air Series: Extensively used for corporate, medical evacuation, and utility transport due to its reliability and performance.
  • TBM Series: High-performance single-engine turboprops favored for their speed and efficiency in personal and corporate travel.

Agricultural Aircraft

Agricultural Aircraft

  • Air Tractor AT-802: One of the largest single-engine aircraft, commonly used for agricultural spraying and firefighting.
  • Piper Pawnee: A traditional favorite for aerial application due to its low operating costs and robustness.

Surveillance and Patrol Aircraft

Surveillance and Patrol Aircraft

  • Beechcraft King Air 350ER: Adapted for surveillance, air ambulance, and patrol duties, known for endurance and versatility.
  • Pilatus PC-12 NG Spectre: Preferred for surveillance due to its range, endurance, and ability to operate from rough fields.

Air Ambulance

  • Learjet 45/75: Offers rapid transport with necessary medical configurations for patient care during flights.
  • Cessna Citation XLS: Combines jet speed with the capability of medical retrofitting for patient transport.

Training Aircraft

Training Aircraft

  • Cessna 172 Skyhawk: A standard trainer in flight schools worldwide due to its forgiving flight characteristics and reliability.
  • Diamond DA40 & DA42: Diamonds are famous for flight training due to their modern design and composite construction.

Safety and Emergency Equipment

Safety and Emergency Equipment

  • Emergency Slides - Deployed during an emergency for rapid evacuation.
  • Fire Extinguishers - Specially formulated types used for aviation fires, including those suitable for electrical and jet fuel fires.
  • Life Rafts and Life Jackets - These are used in overwater emergencies to ensure passenger buoyancy and survival until rescue.

Ground Support Equipment

Ground Support Equipment

  • Pushback Tugs and Tractors - Used to move aircraft in and out of gates.
  • Ground Power Units (GPUs) - Provide power to aircraft systems on the ground.
  • Air Start Units (ASUs) - Supply necessary air to aircraft engines for starting when the aircraft cannot begin its engines using its power.
  • Deicing Vehicles - Apply chemicals to remove ice and snow from the aircraft to prevent ice-related accidents.
  • Baggage Tugs and Carts - Transport passenger luggage from the terminal to aircraft and vice versa.
  • Passenger Boarding Stairs - Mobile or fixed stairs that allow passengers to board and disembark from the aircraft.
  • Refueling Trucks - Used to refuel aircraft with jet fuel or avgas.

In-Flight Systems

In-Flight Systems

  • Avionics - Includes navigation, communications, and display systems crucial for flight operations.
  • Aircraft Galley Equipment - Such as ovens, coffee makers, and refrigerators used to prepare and store food and beverages.
  • In-Flight Entertainment Systems - Systems that provide passengers with movies, music, and internet access.
  • Cockpit Voice and Flight Data Recorders - Commonly known as black boxes, these record flight data and cockpit conversations for review in case of incidents.

Maintenance Tools and Equipment

  • Hydraulic Jacks - Used to lift aircraft for maintenance and inspection.
  • Tow Bars - For towing aircraft during maintenance or in hangars.
  • Engine Stands - Used during engine maintenance, repairs, or when an engine is removed from an aircraft.
  • Test Equipment - This is used to check electrical and hydraulic systems and engine testing.
  • Borescopes - Allow visual inspection inside aircraft engines and other small spaces that cannot be directly observed.
  • Dollies - Used for moving and storing engines, landing gear, and other heavy aircraft components.

Aviation & Aircraft Manufacturers, We Finance

The aviation equipment industry, which involves complex and sophisticated technology, is crucial for commercial and military sectors. Here’s a list of the top 20 manufacturers that are leading the industry with their innovations, reliability, and comprehensive offerings:

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Boeing

One of the largest aerospace companies known for its commercial airplanes, defense, and space systems.

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Airbus

A global leader in aerospace, manufacturing commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense, and space equipment.

Lockheed Martin

Primarily focused on aerospace and defense, known for military aircraft like the F-35.

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Raytheon Technologies

Specializes in aerospace and defense, producing a range of systems including aircraft engines through Pratt & Whitney.

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Northrop Grumman

Offers a broad array of aerospace and defense technology, including unmanned systems and cybersecurity.

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General Dynamics

Produces everything from Gulfstream business jets to submarines and communications systems.

BAE Systems

A leading global defense, aerospace, and security company providing various aircraft and avionics.

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Bombardier

Known for its business jets and significant role in commercial aircraft, which it has scaled back on recently.

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Embraer

Brazilian aerospace conglomerate known for its commercial, military, and executive aircraft.

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GE Aviation

A top provider of jet engines and related components and systems for commercial and military aircraft.

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Honeywell Aerospace

Offers machine tools, laser technology, and electronics for industrial applications.

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Rolls-Royce

Known for high-performance power systems and engines used in both commercial and military aviation.

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Textron Aviation

Manufacturers of Cessna and Beechcraft airplanes, including business jets and propeller aircraft.

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L3Harris Technologies

Specializes in tactical communications, electronic systems, and avionics for military and commercial use.

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Thales Group

Provides various aerospace solutions, including avionics, simulation systems, and radar.

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Spirit AeroSystems

Spirit AeroSystems is one of the largest commercial airplane assembly and component suppliers.

Why Own Your Own Aircraft

Owning a jet involves an investment and offers a range of unique benefits, especially for individuals who frequently travel for business or leisure. Below are the reasons why having a jet can be highly advantageous;

Client Success - Case Study

Bush plane

CFP was approached by a great company in Alaska that needed additional bush planes to fulfill a newly acquired government contract. Traditional funding from their bank was overly restrictive, with onerous covenants that would limit the company’s ability to satisfy the new contract. CFP came through with a $980,000 capital lease structure that fits perfectly into the business’s cash flow models.

The specialized planes were retrofitted to the company’s exact needs to serve remote areas safely and consistently. CFP is looking forward to the next schedule with this company and the expansion of its growing fleet of planes.

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