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The New iAero Airways Leadership

Timothy Rainey

President, iAero Airways

Timothy Rainey has decades of technical experience leading and managing all aspects of operations at global airlines, including during periods of transformative growth and development. He’s been the leader of iAero Airways since 2022 and previously oversaw operations for two major airlines, including the management of all day-to-day global operations of Northwest Airlines, Inc. During his time at Northwest Airlines, he successfully oversaw a fleet of over 375 airplanes and a group of over 10,000 employees, including over 5,500 pilots, and led multiple initiatives to streamline business operations.  Rainey adds significant leadership expertise and business capabilities to the iAero Airways executive management team.

Geoffrey T. Raicht

Chief Legal Officer and Chief Compliance Officer, iAero Airways

Geoffrey T. Raicht serves as iAero Airways’ Chief Legal Officer and Chief Compliance Officer where he is responsible for enhancing the company’s internal legal structure and compliance. With a strong background in corporate governance, he has acted as the general outside counsel to several private companies, represented aviation industry clients and served as an independent fiduciary. Before joining iAero Airways, Geoff practiced for over 25 years with several leading global law firms before founding his own firm.

For any questions regarding iAero Airways and iAero Group, please email info@iAeroGroup.com or call +1 (305) 702-0410.

Veteran Airline Industry Executive Announced as New President of iAero Airways

iAero Group, a privately-held company focused on scaling high-growth potential organizations in the aviation industry, today announced a new leadership team at iAero Airways, led by new iAero Airways President Timothy Rainey.

Mr. Rainey brings decades of technical experience leading and managing all aspects of operations at global airlines, including during periods of transformative growth and development. His arrival adds significant expertise and business capabilities to the iAero Airways executive management team. He replaces Jeff Conry, iAero Airways’ former President, who departed from the Company this week.

Mr. Rainey will work closely with iAero Group’s Board of Directors, an outside executive-level management team with extensive operational expertise, and the Company’s seasoned executive leadership team including Geoffrey T. Raicht, who has been named as iAero Group’s Chief Legal Officer and Chief Compliance Officer, and Brendan Welsh, who has been serving as iAero Group’s Chief Financial Officer and who also serves as Chief Financial Officer for iAero Airways.

The iAero Airways’ executive team will focus on the Company’s strategic growth within the aviation industry, as well as ensuring strong corporate governance and positioning the Company for future success.

“Our company is poised to continue our strong growth trajectory,” said Timothy Rainey, iAero Airways President. “I am looking forward to working closely with our experienced management team, alongside our seasoned and dedicated pilots and employees, build on that momentum as we continue to see an increase in demand for our services.”

Prior to joining iAero Airways, Mr. Rainey oversaw operations for two major airlines, including the management of all day-to-day global operations of Northwest Airlines, Inc. During his time at Northwest Airlines, he successfully oversaw a fleet of over 375 airplanes and a group of over 10,000 employees, including over 5,500 pilots, and led multiple initiatives to streamline business operations.

“Our entire team – including our incredible pilots and employees – is thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Tim as we continue to provide safe and reliable services to all of our customers,” said Brendan Welsh, iAero Airways Chief Financial Officer.

About iAero Airways
iAero Airways is the largest B2B passenger charter and cargo air carrier in the U.S. and is based in Greensboro, NC and Miami, FL. Originally founded in 1997 as Swift Air, the Company has a 20+ year history of safety, growth, and diversification. In 2019, Swift Air was acquired by iAero Group and rebranded as iAero Airways. The Company is an FAA Part 121 certified air carrier.

About iAero Group
iAero Group is a privately-held company that was founded in 2018 to transform and scale high-growth potential companies in the aviation industry. To date, iAero Group has acquired three companies: engine MRO AeroThrust Holdings (Miami, FL) in 2018, airframe MRO Miami Tech Aircraft Maintenance (Miami, FL) in 2018, and the largest B2B passenger charter and cargo air carrier in the U.S., Swift Air (Greensboro, NC), in 2019. Since then, these operating companies have been rebranded to iAero Thrust, iAero Tech, and iAero Airways.

For any questions regarding iAero Airways and iAero Group, please email info@iAeroGroup.com or call +1 (305) 702-0410.

Make it Miami: Business Spotlight – iAero Thrust

MIAMI, Feb. 15, 2022 – iAero Thrust, based in Miami, FL, is the only integrated full-service aviation engine maintenance, repair, and, overhaul (MRO) and test provider in the Americas dedicated to the CFM56 engine line.

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iAero Airways Completes Certification For Boeing 767 Aircraft To Support Its Expanding Charter and Sports Team Businesses

iAero Airways began operating an ultra-luxurious VIP Boeing 767-300ER last week for the NBA’s Houston Rockets

GREENSBORO, N.C., Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — iAero Airways, the largest B2B passenger charter and cargo air carrier in the US, and one of the companies within the iAero Group aviation investment platform, announced it has completed the rigorous FAA process of adding Boeing 767s to its ever-expanding fleet. The iAero Airways team worked closely with the FAA to accomplish this important certification.

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iAero Thrust Chosen by Southwest Airlines for Engine MRO and Test Services

iAero Thrust will provide CFM56-7 engine hospital repair, on-wing support, and test services

MIAMI, Jan. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — iAero Thrust (https://iaerothrust.com), a leading engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) and test provider focused on the CFM56 engine line and one of the companies within the iAero Group (https://iaerogroup.com) aviation investment platform, has signed an MRO services agreement with Southwest Airlines, a leading US passenger airline operating over 700 Boeing 737 Next Generation (NG) aircraft.

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iAero Thrust’s New Engine Test Center (ETC) Open For Business

The iAero Thrust ETC is the first and only testing facility in South Florida for the CFM56 engine line.

MIAMI, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — iAero Thrust (https://iaerothrust.com/), a leading engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) and engine testing provider focused on the CFM56 engine line and one of the companies within the iAero Group (https://iaerogroup.com) aviation investment platform, has developed, built, and opened a new state-of-the-art engine test cell facility in Medley, FL.

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First Southwest Airlines Destination 225° Employee Pathway Cadets Complete New Hire Training With iAero Airways

Initiative provides pathways for aspiring pilots and addresses the growing industry-wide pilot shortage

GREENSBORO, N.C, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — iAero Airways, the largest charter airline in the US, and one of the companies within the iAero Group aviation investment platform, provided new hire training to their first two Southwest Airlines Destination 225° Employee Pathway cadets who now serve as first officers for iAero Airways. Each of these pilots received their airline transport pilot (ATP) certificate along with a Boeing 737 type rating from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

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DHL and iAero Airways Expand Their Partnership by Adding An Additional Boeing 737-800F Wet Lease Aircraft

iAero Airways will now operate six 737-400 and -800 cargo aircraft for DHL Express

MIAMI, June 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — iAero Airways (https://iaerogroup.com/iaero-airways/), the largest charter airline in the US, and one of the companies within the iAero Group (https://iaerogroup.com) aviation investment platform, has expanded its service to operate a total of six DHL cargo aircraft. The latest aircraft to be added, a Boeing 737-800F, will operate on an ACMI basis by iAero Airways while the other five existing aircraft are operated on a CM basis.

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iAero Airways Expands Its Premium Air Charter Service To National Hockey League (NHL) Teams

Now twelve US NHL teams rely on iAero Airways for safe, comfortable, and efficient professional sports team travel

MIAMI, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ —  iAero Airways (https://iaerogroup.com/iaero-airways/), the largest charter airline in the US, and one of the companies within the iAero Group (https://iaerogroup.com) aviation investment platform, has expanded its NHL air charter program from eight NHL teams in 2019 up to twelve in 2021. These NHL teams, which represent half of all US-based teams, include:

Arizona Coyotes
Boston Bruins
Carolina Hurricanes
Chicago Blackhawks
Columbus Blue Jackets
Dallas Stars

Florida Panthers
Nashville Predators
New Jersey Devils
New York Islanders
Pittsburgh Penguins
St. Louis Blues

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iAero Group Continues To Build Team And Leadership Talent With Addition Of New General Counsel

Paul Hechenberger joins iAero Group leadership team as General Counsel, and also expands roster of iAero Group’s Veteran employees

MIAMI, April 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — iAero Group, the leading investment platform to transform and scale high-growth potential companies in the aviation industry, and owner of iAero Airways charter airline, iAero Tech airframe MRO, and iAero Thrust engine MRO, has added General Counsel talent to its team with the addition of Paul Hechenberger.

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iAero Group Drives Sustainability in the Aviation Industry by being the First to Provide 100% Carbon Neutral Air Charter Flights

MIAMI, FL, March 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — iAero Group, the leading investment platform to transform and scale high-growth potential companies in the aviation industry, and owner of iAero Airways charter airline, iAero Tech airframe MRO, and iAero Thrust engine MRO, has initiated its overall sustainability program by going carbon neutral for all of its commercial Part 121 air charter flights.

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George T. Baker Aviation Technical College Partners with iAero Group to Close Workforce Gap

Aviation leaders will collaborate on enhanced training programs to attract new students to future high-paying and high-growth aviation career opportunities

George T. Baker Aviation Technical College, one of the leading aviation technical colleges in Florida, and iAero Group, the leading aviation investment platform business, announced a new partnership designed to enhance aviation maintenance technician/ mechanic training. The initiative will provide students with more career awareness opportunities and will support more pathways to job opportunities for graduates in the industry.

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Abandoned At Miami International Airport, Learjet Finds New Home At Miami Aviation School

Amos Rodriguez knows how valuable that experience will be.

“I graduated George T. Baker over 40 years ago, 40 years!” he said, as he addressed a group gathered to see the jet depart for its trip to the college.

He is now the President of iAero Tech and knew the aircraft would be better served there than in his hangar.

“For me, this is very important that we donate this aircraft for students now and in the future,” he added.

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Private Jet Services Group Announces Partnership with iAero Airways

Private Jet Services to operate as an elite agent for iAero sales capabilities, with access to entire fleet, to propel bookings and revenue growth.

Private Jet Services Group (PJS), North America’s largest aviation consultancy and charter broker for Part 121 movements, today announced a partnership with iAero Airways (formerly known as Swift Air) in response to the increasing need for private aviation. The two companies, which have serviced professional and collegiate sports teams, live entertainment tours, corporate shuttles, and corporations executive travel, see an increased opportunity to align resources to enhance growth.

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iAero Group’s iAero Thrust Engine MRO Adds New President, Production Manager, And Commercial VP

iAero Group, the leading integrated aviation platform business headquartered at Miami International Airport (MIA), today announced an expansion of its executive talent and welcomed several industry veterans to lead the company’s iAero Thrust engine Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) business. Beginning early February, Tommy Mitchell will serve as President, Mike Wilson as Production Manager, and Sebastien Maury as Vice President Commercial.

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iAero Group Continues To Invest In Operations, And Welcomes New Financial, Commercial, And Leadership Talent

iAero Group, the leading integrated aviation platform business headquartered at Miami International Airport, continued its growth plan by investing in new assets, facilities, and operations, and hiring several new executive team members.

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MIA hosts tour for caregivers of those with early stages of Alzheimer’s disease

In honor of National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, Miami International Airport partnered with the Southeast Florida Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association and iAero Airways to provide a MIAair (Airport Instruction and Readiness) tour for caregivers of those with the disease.

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iAero Group’s Swift Air Partners With Southwest Airlines’ Destination 225° Pilot Development Program

MIAMI, Aug. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — iAero Group’s Swift Air, the largest airline charter business in the United States, has joined Southwest’s Destination 225° Pilot Career Development Program as a Corporate Partner.

This innovative career program provides pathways to becoming a competitively qualified candidate for future Southwest First Officer positions. It directly addresses the projected increase in demand for qualified and professional pilots in the coming years. On a compass, 225° is the southwest directional heading, and Destination 225° was developed to lead aspiring pilots to Southwest Airlines.

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Swift Air Joins iAero Group

MIAMI, May 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — iAero Group, a leading integrated aviation platform business headquartered at Miami International Airport, completed the acquisition of Swift Air, the leading independent airline charter business in the United States. Swift Air now joins engine MRO AeroThrust and airframe MRO AeroTech under the iAero Group integrated aviation platform family.

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iAero Group to Acquire Swift Air

iAero Group, a leading integrated aviation business, has signed a definitive agreement to purchase Swift Air, the leading independent US airline charter business.  The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to close in Q1, 2019.  With the pending acquisition of Swift Air, iAero Group will add to its portfolio of aviation businesses acquired since its inception earlier this year including the leading engine MRO and leasing company, AeroThrust and airframe MRO AeroTech.

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