Aviation Capital
Institutional Execution

Trading, leasing, structured finance, and servicing across the global commercial aircraft and engine market.

$120B+
Transaction History
Hundreds
Aircraft Transacted
Global
Market Reach
What We Do
Comprehensive capabilities across the commercial aviation asset lifecycle.

Structured Finance

Aircraft-backed lending, engine facilities, SPV structuring

Trading & Leasing

Aircraft and engine acquisition, remarketing, lease placement

Servicing

Lease management, technical oversight, portfolio reporting

About AMC

Leadership, track record, institutional approach

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We bring institutional discipline to every aviation asset opportunity.

Structured Finance

Bespoke capital solutions engineered for commercial aviation assets.

Capabilities
We structure, arrange, and execute financing across the full spectrum of commercial aviation assets.
01

Aircraft-Backed Lending

Senior and subordinated facilities secured by narrow and widebody aircraft.

02

Engine Financing

Structured facilities for engine portfolios including acquisition finance, bridge lending, and warehouse lines for engine lessors and MRO operators.

03

Sale-Leaseback Arrangements

Monetization of owned aircraft through sale-leaseback transactions with airlines, structured to optimize residual value exposure and lease terms.

04

SPV & Entity Structuring

Purpose-built special purpose vehicles for asset isolation, tax efficiency, and institutional investor participation in aviation portfolios.

05

Portfolio Acquisition Finance

Capital solutions for the acquisition of aircraft and engine portfolios from airlines, lessors, and financial institutions undergoing restructuring.

06

Credit Facilities

Senior secured, mezzanine, and hybrid credit facilities tailored to the cash flow profiles and residual value dynamics of aviation assets.

Trading & Leasing

Principal trading and operating lease capabilities across commercial aircraft and engines.

Capabilities
Deep market relationships and technical expertise driving value across the asset lifecycle.
01

Aircraft Trading

Acquisition and disposition of narrow and widebody commercial aircraft.

02

Engine Remarketing

Engine acquisition, part-out analysis, and remarketing for CFM56, LEAP, V2500, PW4000, GE90, CF6-80, and Trent engine families.

03

Operating Lease Placement

Sourcing creditworthy airline lessees and structuring operating leases that optimize yield, residual exposure, and maintenance reserve economics.

04

Portfolio Disposition

Structured disposition of multi-asset portfolios through bilateral sales, competitive auction processes, and phased liquidation strategies.

05

Mid-Life Asset Management

Active management of mid-life aircraft through lease extensions, transitions, freighter conversions, and strategic part-out timing.

06

Component & Parts Trading

Spare engine, landing gear, APU, and rotable component trading with certified inventory management and traceability documentation.

Asset Servicing

Institutional asset management across the full ownership lifecycle of commercial aircraft and engine assets.

Capabilities
Commercial asset management across the ownership lifecycle of aircraft and engine assets.
01

Sourcing & Acquisition

Origination of commercial aircraft and engine opportunities, commercial-term negotiation, and purchase administration.

02

Lease Administration

Lease negotiation and execution, lessee compliance monitoring, and collection of rent and maintenance payments.

03

Technical Oversight

Physical inspections, airframe and engine maintenance event review, and execution of part-out programs.

04

Insurance & Credit Support

Insurance arrangement and oversight of lessee credit support, including letters of credit and guaranties.

05

Disposition & Financing

Remarketing and sale of single assets, sub-portfolios, or full portfolios; sourcing and administration of third-party financing.

06

Portfolio Reporting

Periodic distribution and operational reporting to owners, with more frequent reporting on non-performing assets.

Services are delivered consistent with the customary commercial practice of a prudent international aircraft and engine operating leasing and management business. Legal, tax, and accounting services are not provided.

About AMC

A principal investment and advisory firm built for the commercial aviation market.

The Firm

Access Merchant Capital is a principal investment and advisory firm specializing in commercial aircraft and engine transactions. Our team brings over $120 billion in collective transaction experience and has traded hundreds of aircraft across every major airframe and engine platform. We serve institutional investors, airlines, lessors, and financial institutions seeking disciplined execution in the global aviation market.

Leadership

John Nozell

Jonathan Cauff

Stuart Cauff

Ronald Scheinberg

Paul Oechsli

Richard Blazer

Get in Touch

Let's discuss how Access Merchant Capital can support your aviation investment objectives.

Access Merchant Capital

We work with institutional investors, airlines, lessors, and financial institutions across the global commercial aviation market.

Email

info@accessmerchantcap.com