Stratus Financial, a provider of financing solutions tailored for aviation training, has reached a significant milestone by growing its investment fund to $20 million in assets. Since its establishment in 2021, the fund has returned over $2.7 million to investors. This achievement showcases Stratus Financial’s ongoing growth and effectiveness in supporting aspiring pilots while providing attractive returns for its investors.
The Stratus Financial Fund was launched in 2021 as a 506(c) passive income fund that specifically finances loans for commercial aviation training. The fund primarily serves super-prime borrowers within an underserved market valued at $2 billion. The triumph of the fund reflects Stratus’s rigorous underwriting practices, profound industry knowledge, and a mission-driven commitment to helping students embark on careers in aviation.
Since its inception, the Stratus Financial Fund has played a crucial role in helping student pilots secure the necessary training they require. In tandem, the fund offers investors steady, preferred returns, highlighting its dual commitment to both educational support and financial growth. Stratus Financial is actively expanding its network of investors and forming partnerships with flight schools to address the increasing demand for pilot training.
Stratus Financial has plans to scale its lending operations further. And the company aims to deepen existing relationships with investors and enhance its influence within the aviation training sector, ensuring continued support for aspiring pilots and optimum returns for its investors. This strategic growth not only focuses on improving the company’s financial standing but also on fulfilling its dedication to the aviation industry.
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“Reaching $20 million in the fund is a milestone that represents more than growth—it represents trust. Our investors believe in our mission to empower aspiring pilots, and this success proves that strong financial performance and meaningful impact can go hand in hand.”
Brandon Martini, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Stratus Financial
“We designed this fund to serve two critical needs: helping students achieve their dreams of flight and giving investors access to a stable, transparent, and high-yield investment opportunity. Crossing $20 million in assets demonstrates that our model works and that our impact continues to grow.”
Anthony Geraci, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Stratus Financial
“What excites me most is the loyalty of our investors. Many joined us in the early days and have continued to reinvest year after year. Their confidence fuels everything we do as we expand access to flight training and deliver meaningful returns.”
Eljona Shkreli, Managing Director of Investor Relations at Stratus Financial
