Fly into an Exciting Future
with CTI Professional Flight Training
Stratus Financial was founded by FAA Certificated Flight and Ground Instructors passionate about helping others achieve their aviation dreams. We know it’s not just about achieving your dreams (because we looked up in the sky every time, we heard an airplane too!), but funding your family’s dreams as well. That’s why Stratus was created, because with Stratus, the sky is no longer the limit.
Your Aviation Dreams Start Here
You’re not just a number, and it shows with Stratus. We look beyond the typical FICO scores and look at you as a whole aviator. We want to set you up for success before you even apply with us!
We offer exceptional lending packages, including:
- The best rate you’ll get anywhere to go from zero to hero!
- Full financing for your entire flight training and more
- Affordable payment options, including deferment for 12 months while you complete your training AND find a job.
- Pay your loan off any time you want with no consequences or penalties whatsoever.
Stratus Has You Covered For Resources For Your Aviation Career
- Counseling with our team of flight instructors and ground instructors to support you through flight training, check rides and interviews with airlines.
- Resume reviewing, editing, and building
- AMA Phone Calls with Pilots in the 121 and 135 Industry – What It’s like, How They Got Their Job, etc.
We look forward to helping you achieving your aviation dreams and seeing you in the sky!
If you are interested in getting started, please click here to apply now
If you have limited credit or low income you may need a Co-Borrower; if so, please have your co-borrower complete their application here
Purdue Global Online BS in Professional Flight - Launch Your Career in Aviation
Two Accelerated Paths to Your Degree and ATP. You Decide the Path That’s Right for You.
Is your ambition to be a professional pilot? Our bachelor’s degree in professional flight prepares you with a broad knowledge of the aviation industry and offers all your nonflight courses 100% online.
Graduate in Less than 3 Years with Transfer Credit
- Complete flight training in 12 months
- Begin working as a flight instructor in your sophomore year
- Accumulate flight hours for your R-ATP or ATP
Graduate in Less than 4 Years
- Complete flight training in 24 months
- Begin working as a flight instructor in your junior year
- Accumulate flight hours for your R-ATP or ATP
Envoy Cadet Pilot Program Takes Flight at CTI Professional Flight Training
Envoy is launching its industry-leading Envoy Cadet Program to help the most promising future pilots make a smooth transition from the classroom to the cockpit. “By starting in the Envoy Cadet Program, students can put themselves on a direct path to a long-term career as a commercial airline pilot with American Airlines, the largest airline in the world, offering pilots the highest pay and the youngest fleet among the U.S. mainline carriers,” said Captain Ric Wilson, Envoy’s Vice President Flight Operations. “The Envoy Cadet Program allows us to ease the financial burden faced by aspiring pilots wanting to pursue this career, while simultaneously giving Envoy access to some of the nation’s top aviation talent.”
About CTI Professional Flight Training
CTI Professional Flight Training is an FAA Part 141-approved flight academy with locations near Memphis, TN and Fort Lauderdale, FL. We specialize in customized, hands-on training programs with cutting-edge technology and proven teaching methods. We train to the highest level of professional standards, so our pilots are competent, confident, safe, and disciplined. CTI Professional Flight Training has been in continuous operation for over 30 years and has developed formal relationships with financing providers, airlines, collegiate universities and other institutions of higher education to ensure our students have unprecedented access to the resources and tools they need to become successful pilots in industry.
Discovery Flights at CTI
Whether you are considering becoming a private pilot or a licensed commercial pilot, the Discovery Flight is a great first step. The Discovery Flight is a one-on-one session with an FAA certified instructor, including an introduction to the fundamentals of aviation and an hour of actual flight time. Under the supervision of the instructor you will actually receive "hands-on" flight time guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Contact us today to schedule your Discovery Flight. TN (901.873.4359), FL (954.938.3043)