Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG), a global aircraft asset manager based in Newport Beach, California, delivered the first of six new Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft to Compagnie Nationale Royal Air Maroc on March 31, 2026. The aircraft features CFM LEAP-1B engines and marks the initial placement from ACG’s orderbook under a six-aircraft lease agreement, with the remaining five units scheduled for delivery through 2026.
“ACG is honored to partner with Royal Air Maroc on the lease and delivery of the first of six Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft. This transaction builds on our longstanding relationship and supports the airline’s continued fleet modernization and expansion plans with these latest generation, fuel-efficient aircraft. We look forward to delivering the remaining aircraft through 2026,” said Thomas Baker, Chief Executive Officer and President of ACG.
“The integration of these six new Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft represents a significant advancement in the ongoing modernization and expansion of Royal Air Maroc’s fleet, allowing us to greatly strengthen our short and medium-haul network capabilities. These aircraft will support our ambition to become a leading global connector and enhance our ability to deliver resilient, high performance connectivity to our customers, linking Africa and Europe to the wider global network,” said Abdelhamid Addou, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Air Maroc.
ACG manages approximately 450 owned, managed, and committed aircraft leased to 85 airlines across 50 countries as of December 31, 2025. Founded in 1989, it operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Tokyo Century Corporation and specializes in commercial aircraft leasing and asset management services.