Azul S.A. Appoints John S. Slattery to its Strategy Committee

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Azul (OTC: AZULQ) appointed John S. Slattery to its Strategy Committee, effective February 20, 2026. Slattery brings decades of aerospace leadership, including roles as President and CEO at Embraer Commercial Aviation (2016–2020), CEO of GE Aviation (2020–2022) and senior GE Aerospace commercial executive (2022–2024).

The company said Slattery joins as Azul finalizes emergence from its Chapter 11 process and will support strategic priorities, governance, regulatory engagement and risk management during the post‑restructuring transition.

Positive

• Adds aerospace CEO experience from 2016–2022
• Strengthens regulatory and commercial expertise during Chapter 11 emergence
• Brings recent board and chairman roles starting in 2025

Negative

• Appointment occurs while Azul is finalizing Chapter 11 emergence
• Most recent external roles began in 2025, implying short tenures

SÃO PAULO, Feb. 23, 2026   AZUL S.A. (B3: AZUL53; OTC: AZULQ) ("Azul" or "Company"), the largest airline in Brazil in number of cities served and direct domestic routes, today announced the appointment of John S. Slattery to its Strategy Committee, effective February 20, 2026.

John joins Azul at a pivotal moment as the Company finalizes its emergence from its Chapter 11 process, bringing decades of global leadership experience in the aerospace and aviation industries.

John currently serves as a director of BETA Technologies, a position he has held since October 2025, and as Chairman of Forgital Group, an Italian aerospace supplier, since July 2025. He most recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of GE Aerospace from June 2022 to June 2024, and previously as President and Chief Executive Officer of GE Aviation from September 2020 to June 2022. At GE Aviation, John led one of the world's largest aircraft engine suppliers, overseeing commercial strategy, operations, and regulatory engagement across global markets. Prior to joining GE Aviation, John served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Embraer Commercial Aviation from January 2016 to September 2020, where he was responsible for the global commercial aircraft business of Embraer.

"We are delighted to welcome John to Azul. His deep industry knowledge, global perspective, and proven leadership in highly regulated environments make him an exceptional addition to our Strategy Committee," said John Rodgerson, Chief Executive Officer of Azul. "John is joining the Company at a key time and his expertise in business leadership, corporate governance, risk management, regulatory affairs and globally competitive industries will be invaluable in supporting Azul as the Company emerges from the Chapter process 11 and positions itself for disciplined and sustainable growth."

"I am honored to join the Strategy Committee of Azul at this exciting time," said John S. Slattery. "I look forward to working together with the Board, the management team and the other members of the Strategy Committee to help advance Azul's strategic priorities as it builds on the transformational measures delivered during its Chapter 11 process and as it continues to execute its long-term strategy."

About Azul
Azul S.A. (B3: AZUL53; OTC: AZULQ), the largest airline in Brazil in terms of cities served, offers more than 800 daily flights to 137 destinations. With an operational fleet of around 200 aircraft and over 15,000 crew members, the company operates a network of 250 direct routes. Azul was ranked by Cirium (a leading aviation data analytics company) as the 2nd most punctual airline in the world in 2023. In 2020, Azul was awarded as the best airline in the world by TripAdvisor, marking the first time a Brazilian airline achieved first place in the Traveler's Choice Awards. For more information, visit Azul's website, www.voeazul.com.br/imprensa.

Contact:

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FAQ

Who is John S. Slattery and why did Azul (AZULQ) appoint him to the Strategy Committee on Feb 20, 2026?

John S. Slattery is an aerospace executive with multi‑year CEO experience at Embraer and GE Aviation. According to the company, his background in commercial strategy, regulatory affairs and governance is intended to support Azul as it emerges from Chapter 11 and advances strategic priorities.

What roles did John S. Slattery hold before joining Azul's Strategy Committee (AZULQ)?

Slattery served as President and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation (2016–2020) and later led GE Aviation (2020–2022). According to the company, he was also EVP and Chief Commercial Officer of GE Aerospace (2022–2024) and holds board positions since 2025.

When does John S. Slattery's appointment to Azul's Strategy Committee take effect and what is its timing significance?

The appointment took effect on February 20, 2026, coinciding with Azul's Chapter 11 emergence phase. According to the company, the timing aligns Slattery's expertise with the firm's post‑restructuring strategic planning and governance needs.

How might John S. Slattery's experience impact Azul's (AZULQ) post‑Chapter 11 strategy?

Slattery's commercial and regulatory track record may bolster Azul's strategic execution and stakeholder engagement. According to the company, his leadership experience is expected to support disciplined, sustainable growth and risk management during the restructuring exit.

Does the press release say if John S. Slattery will take an executive operational role at Azul (AZULQ)?

No, the announcement states Slattery joined Azul's Strategy Committee, not an operational executive position. According to the company, he will work with the board and management to advance strategic priorities during the company's Chapter 11 emergence.