Aviation Capital Group delivers two Boeing MAX 8 aircraft to WestJet

The deliveries complete a sale-and-leaseback transaction between the companies.

Feb. 28, 2026 at 5:56am

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Aviation Capital Group has successfully delivered two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to the Canadian carrier WestJet. These deliveries complete ACG and WestJet's two-aircraft sale-and-leaseback transaction. Both aircraft, powered by CFM LEAP-1B engines, were delivered in Seattle this week.

Why it matters

The delivery of these modern, fuel-efficient aircraft will support WestJet's fleet expansion and continued growth as the airline celebrates its 30th anniversary. The transaction also strengthens the long-standing relationship between ACG and WestJet.

The details

ACG Chief Commercial Officer Carter A. White said, "We are delighted to complete the delivery of two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft and to strengthen our long-standing relationship with WestJet. These modern, fuel-efficient aircraft will support WestJet's fleet expansion and continued growth." White also extended congratulations to WestJet on its 30th anniversary and wished the team continued success.

  • The two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft were delivered in Seattle this week.

The players

Aviation Capital Group

An American aircraft leasing company.

WestJet

A Canadian airline carrier.

Carter A. White

Chief Commercial Officer of Aviation Capital Group.

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What they’re saying

“We are delighted to complete the delivery of two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft and to strengthen our long-standing relationship with WestJet. These modern, fuel-efficient aircraft will support WestJet's fleet expansion and continued growth.”

— Carter A. White, Chief Commercial Officer, ACG

The takeaway

The delivery of these Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to WestJet strengthens the long-standing partnership between the two companies and supports WestJet's fleet expansion and growth as the airline celebrates its 30th anniversary.