Event
Flight Society of San Diego Breakfast – Acquiring the Aircraft: Buying, Borrowing, and What to Know Before You Close
When is the last time you considered private aviation?
Whether you’re looking for greater efficiency, flexibility, or a new way to travel, private aviation is more accessible and more relevant than ever. Northern Trust and Snell & Wilmer invite you to be part of a new conversation about what it means to take flight in San Diego.
The Flight Society of San Diego Series features four educational breakfast sessions and three on-site aviation events designed to help you explore the opportunities, considerations, and community behind private aviation. Throughout the series, you’ll hear directly from legal, financial, and aviation professionals and experience firsthand what modern private aviation looks like in San Diego.
Breakfast Session #3 – Acquiring the Aircraft: Buying, Borrowing, and What to Know Before You Close
Once you’ve decided to own an aircraft, how do you actually get the deal done? This session, led by Northern Trust, will walk through the practical steps of buying and financing a plane—from securing the right loan structure to understanding how asset type, usage, and credit profile impact terms. If you’re considering ownership, this discussion will help you move forward with confidence and awareness.
What You’ll Learn:
- What types of financing are available for aircraft purchases
- How lenders assess risk and structure terms
- The impact of aircraft type, usage, and age on financing
- What to expect during the due diligence and closing process
- How to prepare your financial profile and documentation
- Key legal and operational considerations in the purchase process
Schedule:
7:30 – 8:00 a.m. | Registration, breakfast, and networking
8:00 – 8:45 a.m. | Program
Time
October 07th, 2025 from 7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
Location
Snell & Wilmer, 3611 Valley Centre Drive, #500, San Diego, CA 92130
