Bill would raise federal loan limits for student pilots in training
In committeeH.R. 3530Latest action
Sponsor: Donald G. Davis · Representative · NC
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Official title: Flight Education Access Act
119th Congress
Topics: Education
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The Flight Education Access Act would let commercial pilot students borrow more in federal loans than other undergraduates.
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What does this do?
This bill creates special, higher federal student loan limits for students in accredited flight training programs leading to a commercial pilot certificate, with amounts rising each year as students advance. Schools must maintain a 70% program completion rate over time to qualify, and must give students clearer loan disclosures, including estimated monthly payments and total repayment costs, before funds are disbursed.
Who does it affect?
College students pursuing commercial pilot careers, and colleges and universities running accredited flight training programs.
Why does it matter?
Eligible students could take on significantly more debt than typical borrowers, while the change is intended to make flight training more financially accessible amid a national pilot shortage.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- $3 million per year through 2035
- funds dept of education admin
- watchdog report due after 2 years
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMay 21, 2025
- House committeeYou are here · May 21, 2025
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.