XTI Aerospace Welcomes Former Apple and Pratt & Whitney Technologist as Senior Advisor

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XTI Aerospace (NASDAQ: XTIA) has appointed Dr. Alex Williams as Senior Advisor to provide strategic guidance on R&D, advanced manufacturing, and technology integration for their xVTOL and powered-lift aircraft solutions. Dr. Williams brings significant expertise from his roles at Pratt & Whitney, where he led propulsion programs for NASA and the U.S. Air Force, and Apple, where he spent nearly a decade managing advanced research facilities. His work at Apple was instrumental in developing materials and manufacturing processes for products like the iPhone, Apple Watch, and Mac. With a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech specializing in manufacturing technologies and biofuels, Dr. Williams will help advance XTI's mission in the Vertical Economy.

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• Appointment of highly qualified advisor with diverse experience in aerospace and consumer technology
• Strategic addition of expertise in manufacturing, propulsion, and materials science
• Advisor brings valuable experience from leading companies like Apple and Pratt & Whitney
• Addition of technical leadership with background in both defense and commercial sectors

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From iPhone to xVTOL: Dr. Alex Williams to Advance XTI's Vertical Economy Vision

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- XTI Aerospace, Inc. (Nasdaq: XTIA) ("XTI"), a pioneer in xVTOL and powered-lift aircraft solutions, announced that Dr. Alex Williams has joined XTI as Senior Advisor to provide strategic counsel on R&D strategy, advanced manufacturing, and technology integration across XTI's planned portfolio of both manned and unmanned aerial solutions. Dr. Williams brings a unique combination of deep technical expertise, aerospace leadership, and global technology commercialization experience, which XTI plans to leverage as it advances its mission to lead the emerging Vertical Economy.

Dr. Williams holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech, where his research focused on manufacturing technologies and biofuels. He began his career leading next-generation propulsion and aerospace technology programs for Pratt & Whitney, supporting initiatives for both NASA and the U.S. Air Force, including cutting-edge developments in jet engine design and performance.

Following his aerospace work, Dr. Williams joined Apple, where he spent nearly a decade managing advanced research facilities and programs. His work helped launch new materials and manufacturing processes that became foundational to products including the iPhone, Apple Watch, and Mac — integrating breakthrough technologies into global supply chains at scale. During his tenure at Apple, Dr. Williams learned the critical importance of focusing clearly on the customer at every step of the design and development process.

"Dr. Williams embodies the multidisciplinary expertise that we believe defines the future of aerospace," said Scott Pomeroy, Chairman and CEO of XTI Aerospace. "His background in propulsion, materials, and manufacturing—spanning both defense and consumer technology—aligns well with XTI's vision to integrate innovation across the seven pillars of the Vertical Economy."

"I'm honored to join XTI Aerospace at such a transformational time," said Dr. Williams. "We're at an inflection point in aviation, and I believe XTI is one of the few companies thinking at the scale this moment demands."

About XTI Aerospace, Inc. 

XTI Aerospace (XTIAerospace.com) (Nasdaq: XTIA) is the parent company of XTI Aircraft Company, an aviation business based near Denver, Colorado, currently developing the TriFan 600, a fixed-wing business aircraft designed to have the vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capability of a helicopter, maximum cruising speeds of 311 mph and a range of 985 miles, creating an entirely new category – the xVTOL. Additionally, the Inpixon (inpixon.com) business unit of XTI Aerospace is a leader in real-time location systems (RTLS) technology with customers around the world who use the company's location intelligence solutions in factories and other industrial facilities to help optimize operations, increase productivity, and enhance safety. For more information about XTI, please visit XTIAerospace.com and follow XTI on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release, including, without limitation, statements about the expected benefits from Dr. Alex Williams joining XTI as a Senior Advisor, the products under development by XTI, the advantages of XTI's technology, and XTI's customers, plans and strategies are forward-looking statements.

Some of these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words, including "believe," "continue," "could," "would," "will," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "plan," "target," "projects," or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar expressions. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are based upon estimates, forecasts, and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by XTI Aerospace and its management, are inherently uncertain, and many factors may cause the actual results to differ materially from current expectations. XTI undertakes no obligation to revise any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that might subsequently arise. Readers are urged to carefully review and consider the risk factors discussed from time to time in XTI's filings with the SEC, including those factors discussed under the caption "Risk Factors" in its most recent annual report on Form 10-K, filed with the SEC on April 15, 2025, and in subsequent reports filed with or furnished to the SEC.

Contacts

General inquiries:
Email: contact@xtiaerospace.com 
Web: https://xtiaerospace.com/contact/ 

Investor Relations:
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RedChip Companies, Inc.
Phone: 1-407-644-4256
Email: XTIA@redchip.com 

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FAQ

Who is Dr. Alex Williams and what is his role at XTI Aerospace (XTIA)?

Dr. Alex Williams is XTI Aerospace's new Senior Advisor, providing strategic counsel on R&D strategy, advanced manufacturing, and technology integration for their xVTOL aircraft solutions. He previously worked at Apple and Pratt & Whitney.

What experience does Dr. Alex Williams bring to XTI Aerospace (XTIA)?

Dr. Williams brings expertise from leading propulsion programs at Pratt & Whitney for NASA and the U.S. Air Force, and nearly a decade at Apple managing advanced research facilities and developing manufacturing processes for products like the iPhone.

What is Dr. Alex Williams' educational background?

Dr. Williams holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech, where his research focused on manufacturing technologies and biofuels.

How will Dr. Williams contribute to XTI Aerospace's (XTIA) goals?

Dr. Williams will help advance XTI's mission in the Vertical Economy by providing expertise in R&D strategy, advanced manufacturing, and technology integration across their manned and unmanned aerial solutions.

What products did Dr. Williams work on at Apple before joining XTI Aerospace?

At Apple, Dr. Williams worked on materials and manufacturing processes that became foundational to products including the iPhone, Apple Watch, and Mac.