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Pan Am® Announces Strategic Partnership with The Elaine Macy Collective

Pan Am® World Airways® is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with Elaine Macy and the Elaine Macy Collective, bringing one of the travel industry’s most respected hospitality leaders into partnership with our expanding global travel ecosystem.

Elaine Macy brings decades of top-tier experience to this partnership. With a career spanning World Airways, Maritz Travel, Ambassadors Performance Group, and Preferred Hotels & Resorts, her track record speaks for itself: growing group sales operations from $32M to over $100M, personally generating $18M in annual group sales, managing marquee global events including the Olympics, the Super Bowl, and The Masters, and serving on advisory boards for Monaco, Rosewood Hotels, and Orient Express. Few people in this industry have built the kind of career, relationships, and reputation that Elaine has.

"Elaine brings exactly the kind of experience, global relationships, and deep understanding of luxury travel that align with our vision for Pan Am®'s future. We've built this brand around the belief that travel should be extraordinary, and having someone of Elaine's caliber in our corner is a reflection of that commitment. We're genuinely excited about what we'll accomplish together." — Craig Carter, CEO, Pan Am® World Airways®

The Elaine Macy Collective will initially be working across two Pan Am® divisions:

Pan Am® Travel® — Elaine and her team will play a key role in supporting the continued growth and strategic development of Pan Am® Travel across its full portfolio of services, including Corporate Travel, Meetings & Incentives, Group Air Fulfillment, Charter Services and Management, and Luxury Leisure Travel. Her efforts will further strengthen Pan Am® Travel’s commitment to delivering world-class travel solutions with the professionalism, discretion, and service excellence that define the Pan Am® Travel brand. Pan Am® Journeys™ — The Collective will support the design and development of Pan Am®'s ultra-premium journey products, provide sales representation across North America, the UK, and Asia, and introduce our Journeys to key travel advisors through targeted roadshows, webinars, and personal outreach.

As Pan Am® continues to grow, we look forward to expanding the scope of this collaboration. Elaine Macy Collective operates as an independent strategic partner, working alongside Pan Am® to help introduce new opportunities, build relationships across the industry, and support the continued growth of the Pan Am® ecosystem

Welcome to the Pan Am® family, Elaine.

The Waterbury Ace Collection

Collaboration Announcement

The legacy of aviation meets the artistry of watchmaking. Pan Am® and Timex have reunited to present the Waterbury Ace Collection, two distinct timepieces that honor the thrill of flight while celebrating craftsmanship for today’s discerning collector.

This collaboration pays tribute to Pan Am®’s golden age of travel and Timex’s heritage in precision timekeeping. Designed for those who appreciate the details — the connoisseurs, the enthusiasts, and the collectors — the Waterbury Ace Collection is more than a timepiece. It is an artifact of elegance, built to soar.

The Collection

• Waterbury Ace Automatic A 41mm automatic with a brushed titanium case, sapphire crystal, and luminous detailing. Powered by your movement, it captures the independence and rhythm of a life lived in motion.
• Waterbury Ace Chronograph A 41mm chronograph with a silver-tone dial, sapphire crystal, and precise stopwatch functionality. Inspired by classic pilot watches, it brings both utility and artistry to the wrist.

Both pieces are paired with eco-conscious leather straps, lined in Pan Am® Blue, sourced responsibly from the Leather Working Group. Each dial features subtle aviation motifs; from impressionist airplane detailing, to luminous hands and subtle Pan Am® branding, thoughtfully designed for clarity and character.

A Collector’s New Favorite Piece

The Waterbury Ace Collection was designed for those who know the value of legacy. For those who see a timepiece not only as a measure of hours, but as a story carried on the wrist. This is Pan Am® and Timex at their most refined; timeless, purposeful, and built to be part of a collection that celebrates connoisseurship.

Pan American World Airways ® chooses Amadeus technology for the iconic carrier’s return to the skies

A range of Amadeus’ integrated IT and distribution solutions will support Pan Am®’s vision for a modern, seamless travel experience.

Pan American World Airways® and transformative technology provider Amadeus have signed a Letter of Agreement (LOA) to support the return of the iconic Pan American World Airways ® (Pan Am® ) to scheduled service. The renewed Pan Am ® has selected Amadeus as its strategic technology partner to power the airline’s comeback and support its vision for modern, customer-centric air travel. With Amadeus’ integrated IT solutions, Pan Am ® will be equipped to deliver a premium retail experience, while ensuring reliable, efficient operations for its customers.

The carrier is scheduling its return to the skies and working on the official launch of Pan Am®, subject to all U.S. FAA and DOT certifications and approvals. Amadeus will serve as the backbone of its core passenger and operational capabilities – supporting everything from seamless booking and inventory management to day-of-travel services.

Pan Am® has also selected Amadeus as its distribution partner and will leverage both NDC and traditional sourcing technologies to maximize visibility and reach across global sales channels.

Pan Am® is widely regarded as the airline that defined the golden age of jet travel, reaching its peak in the 1960s as the world’s most prestigious international carrier. Synonymous with white glove service and jet-set style aboard the Boeing 707 and 747, the brand transformed flying into a symbol of modern luxury and global connectivity.

Ed Wegel, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Pan American World Airways® , says: “Pan Am® is more than a brand – it is the most iconic name in commercial aviation history, and its return must be powered by best-in-class technology. Partnering with Amadeus provides a world-class foundation to build a modern, competitive, customer-focused airline that honors Pan Am®’s legacy while delivering the innovation and reliability today’s travelers expect.”

Kamal Singhee, SVP, Airlines, North Americas, Amadeus, adds: “We are honored that the legendary Pan Am® brand is set to return to the skies operating on Amadeus’ future-ready technology foundation, combining the airline’s rich heritage with modern retailing, personalized offers, and a seamless digital experience.”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

AVi8 Air Capital Completes Business Case Review for Pan Am® Relaunch;

Initiates FAA Certification Process

MIAMI – (October 9, 2025) – AVi8 Air Capital (“Avi8”) announced today that it has successfully

completed its comprehensive business plan for the potential relaunch of Pan American World

Airways® as a scheduled commercial airline. In June 2025, Pan Am® Brands, a division of Pan

American Global Holdings® LLC, and Avi8 Air Capital announced a strategic partnership to evaluate the feasibility of reintroducing Pan Am® as a scheduled commercial airline.

As a result, Pan Am® has formally initiated the certification process with the Federal Aviation

Administration (FAA), a key step toward re-establishing Pan Am® as a U.S. Part 121 scheduled carrier (subject to all FAA and US DOT approvals). Avi8 has assembled a world-class team to lead the certification effort and has received strong initial support from aircraft lessors and key vendors.

Once certified, Pan Am® will be headquartered in Miami and operate a fleet of Airbus aircraft, subject to all FAA and DOT approvals. Further updates on the certification process and other milestones will be shared in the coming months.

*Pan Am® Logos available for download here.

About AVi8 Air Capital

AVi8 Air Capital is a specialized aviation merchant bank and strategic consulting firm providing

expertise in airline strategy, fleet financing, and operational management. The firm has a proven track record of success in airline startups, restructurings, and large-scale aviation investments and in the last 40 years has launched two US based regional express airlines, privatized a major international airline, and led the 121 certification for the launch of two US part 121 scheduled airlines and also led the development of a $2 billion aircraft leasing platform for a major investment bank.

For more info:

www.avi8air.com.

About Pan American Global Holdings®

Pan American Global Holdings®, LLC, is the owner of the Pan Am® brand, a name synonymous with glamorous airline travel, products and world class experiences.

For more information visit www.panam.com.

Media Contacts:

Cindi Perantoni Rodgers / LMA Consulting M: 305-962-9206 /cindi@lmaconsultants.com

*For media inquiries, please refer to the official press release. Pan Am® cannot comment further on the certification process at this time.

Pan Am® Brands Partners with AVi8 Air Capital to Explore the Relaunch of Pan American

World Airways as a Scheduled Commercial Airline

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. – (June 5, 2025) – Pan Am® Brands, a division of Pan Am® Global

Holdings LLC, has entered into a strategic partnership with AVi8 Air Capital (“Avi8”) to explore

the relaunch of Pan American World Airways® as a scheduled commercial airline. AVi8 will work

closely with Pan Am® Brands, leveraging its deep industry expertise to assess the feasibility,

structure, and financial strategy for the airline’s return to commercial operations.

“We are excited to partner with AVi8 to explore how best to bring the Pan Am® brand back to the

skies as a scheduled commercial airline,” said Craig Carter, CEO of Pan Am® Global Holdings,

Pan American World Airways LLC. “With its legacy of innovation, service excellence, and global

connectivity, Pan Am® remains a cherished name in aviation. Through this collaboration, we aim

to assess a sustainable and forward-thinking approach to reintroducing scheduled commercial

service under the Pan Am® name - one that not only honors its legacy but also makes the Pan Am®

experience more accessible.”

Avi8 issued the following statement: "Pan Am® is more than just a brand—it represents the most

iconic name in commercial aviation history. Our team at AVi8 is honored to support Pan Am®

Brands in evaluating the best path forward for a modern, competitive, and customer-focused

airline that honors Pan Am®’s historic legacy while embracing the future of aviation.”

As part of this strategic evaluation, AVi8 will assist Pan Am® Brands in analyzing key market dynamics, fleet strategy, operational infrastructure, and financial planning necessary to re-establish Pan American World Airways® as a viable commercial carrier in today’s competitive airline industry. Further details on this partnership and the next steps for the potential return of Pan Am® World Airways as a scheduled commercial airline will be announced in the coming months.

About Pan Am® Global Holdings LLC:

Pan Am® Global Holdings LLC, known worldwide as the premier travel icon represents a way of

travel long since forgotten; a time when the journey was anticipated and savored as much as the

destination. Pan Am® Brands is the trade name for Pan American World Airways, LLC, the owner

of intellectual property rights of the original Pan Am®. Pan Am® Global Holdings LLC and Pan Am®

Brands are based in Newport Beach, California and is focused on developing further brand

recognition for the iconic Pan Am® trademarks through Pan Am® Hotels, Pan Am® Travel, The Pan

Am Experience and Pan Am® Private Jet Tours. Pan Am®’s licensing programs promotes

awareness of the airline's extraordinary history. Please visit the Pan Am® Brands website at

www.panam.com or contact us by e-mail at licensing@panambrands.com.

About AVi8 Air Capital

AVi8 Air Capital is a specialized aviation merchant bank and strategic consulting firm providing

expertise in airline strategy, fleet financing, and operational management. The firm has a proven track record of success in airline startups, restructurings, and large-scale aviation investments and in the last 40 years has launched two US based regional express airlines, privatized a major international airline, and led the 121 certification for the launch of two US part 121 scheduled airlines and also led the development of a $2 billion aircraft leasing platform for a major investment bank.

For more info:

www.avi8air.com.

Media Contacts:

Cindi Perantoni Rodgers / LMA Consulting M: 305-962-9206 /cindi@lmaconsultants.com

Project Announcement

Pan Am® is expanding its presence into hospitality with the debut of the Pan Am® Hotel by Hilton, part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection. Opening in mid-late 2026 at the Citadel Outlets in Commerce, California, the property marks a major step in carrying Pan Am®’s timeless brand into the world of luxury travel experiences.

Developed by Craig Realty Group alongside Level 3 Design Group and operated by Hilton, the Pan Am® Hotel will fuse mid-century modern design with the brand’s aviation heritage. Every detail, from the architecture to the interiors, is conceived to reflect Pan Am®’s reputation for sophistication, cultural influence, and international reach.

Key Features:

• Prime Location: 8 miles from downtown Los Angeles, within the renowned Citadel complex, connecting global travelers and local visitors alike.
• Elevated Guest Experience: Oversized guest rooms designed with the modern traveler in mind, full-service amenities, and a focus on comfort and functionality.
• Dining & Lifestyle: Two full-service restaurants and multiple gathering spaces designed for both locals and guests.
• Wellness: A state-of-the-art fitness center to support balance and wellbeing.
• Shopping Experience: A retail concept that brings together Pan Am®-branded products, from heritage-inspired travel goods to contemporary lifestyle collections, alongside a curated selection of premium luxury brands, creating a shopping destination unique to the Pan Am® Hotel.
• Cultural Landmark: Anchored by The Grand Fountain, a centerpiece attraction designed by WET Design, creators of the Bellagio Fountain in Las Vegas. The fountain combines water, light, fire, and motion into an immersive display that mirrors Pan Am®’s spirit of innovation.

The Pan Am® Hotel is more than a destination. It serves as a living embodiment of Pan Am®’s century-long influence in design, culture, and hospitality. As we prepare for its 100th anniversary in 2027, the hotel will serve as a flagship experience that bridges Pan Am®’s storied past with its vision for the future.

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