Emmett,
You may wish to look at the Career Development Loan option(Royal Bank of Scotland recognise flight training) as well. Its only 8k maximum that you can borrow but it may help a little, should you have difficulties getting the full amount on a Pro Studies Loan with HSBC. Again, you will need a good business plan(on paper) to give to the bank manager. It may take some convincing given the economic outlook, but thats up to you to paint a rosey picture. Best of luck though and I hope you get the money.