[10-K] Jet.AI Inc. Files Annual Report
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Jet.AI Inc. outlines a major strategic transition from private aviation services toward becoming a pure-play AI data center infrastructure company. The company plans to divest its fractional and jet card aviation business to flyExclusive via a spin-off (SpinCo) and merger, while existing stockholders keep their Jet.AI shares and receive flyExclusive stock as merger consideration.
Jet.AI is building an AI-focused infrastructure platform through a joint venture with Consensus Core, contributing
The report highlights significant risks: recurring losses, substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern, heavy future capital needs for AI data centers, intense competition from larger incumbents, and execution risk around the sale of aviation assets and pivot to AI. Jet.AI has received a Nasdaq notice for failing the
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Insights
Jet.AI is attempting a high-risk pivot from aviation to AI data centers while facing going concern and listing pressures.
Jet.AI is moving from a niche aviation/charter-tech model into capital-intensive AI data center infrastructure. It plans to divest its fractional and jet card business into SpinCo, which will merge with flyExclusive, while retaining software and IP and pursuing joint ventures for large Canadian and Nevada data center campuses targeting substantial megawatt capacity.
This pivot depends on external partners and staged cash contributions. Under the Consensus Core joint venture, Jet.AI has already contributed
Financial risk is elevated. The company reports recurring losses, a substantial doubt going-concern paragraph from its auditors, and explicitly expects to raise significant additional capital for operations and data center growth. It has received a Nasdaq notice for trading below the
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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| Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements | ii | |
| Market and Industry Data | ii | |
| Summary of Risk Factors | iii | |
| PART I | ||
| Item 1 | Business | 1 |
| Item 1A | Risk Factors | 14 |
| Item 1B | Unresolved Staff Comments | 35 |
| Item 1C | Cybersecurity | 35 |
| Item 2 | Properties | 36 |
| Item 3 | Legal Proceedings | 36 |
| Item 4 | Mine Safety Disclosures | 36 |
| PART II | ||
| Item 5 | Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities | 36 |
| Item 6 | [Reserved] | 38 |
| Item 7 | Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations | 38 |
| Item 7A | Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk | 49 |
| Item 8 | Financial Statements and Supplementary Data | 49 |
| Item 9 | Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure | 49 |
| Item 9A | Controls and Procedures | 49 |
| Item 9B | Other Information | 50 |
| Item 9C | Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections | 50 |
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| Item 10 | Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance | 51 |
| Item 11 | Executive Compensation | 57 |
| Item 12 | Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters | 70 |
| Item 13 | Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence | 71 |
| Item 14 | Principal Accountant Fees and Services | 75 |
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| Item 15 | Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules | 76 |
| Item 16 | Form 10-K Summary | 77 |
| Signatures | 78 | |
| Index to Consolidated Financial Statements | 79 |
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CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This Annual Report on Form 10-K (this “Report”) contains forward-looking statements, within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that involve risks and uncertainties. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations and projections about future events. All statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included in this Report, regarding our future financial performance and our strategy, expansion plans, market opportunity, future operations, future operating results, estimated revenues, losses, projected costs, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “will,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “believe,” “estimate,” “continue,” “project” or the negative of such terms or other similar expressions, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions about us that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, we disclaim any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this Report. We caution you that the forward-looking statements contained herein are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control.
Therefore, actual outcomes and results may, and are likely to, differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in the forward-looking statements due to numerous factors discussed from time to time in this Report, including the risks described under “Item 1A Risk Factors,” and “Item 7 Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of this Report and in other documents which we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). In addition, such statements could be affected by risks and uncertainties related to:
| ● | the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations and identify and realize additional opportunities; | |
| ● | our history of operating losses, and our results of operations and financial condition; | |
| ● | our ability to attain the significant amount of additional financing we need to fund our operations, AI data center focused interests and projects, and expansion plans on favorable terms or at all, and the availability of future financing; | |
| ● | our ability to complete the proposed merger and related transactions described under “Item 1 Business – Recent Events – Potential Sale of Aviation Business Assets”, or to identify and execute upon another strategic transaction or alternative to maximize value for our stakeholders; | |
| ● | our ability to realize the anticipated benefits of the proposed merger and related transactions; | |
| ● | our ability to identify, fund and execute upon opportunities in the AI data center sector, and compete with a variety of competitors in that sector many of whom possess significantly greater financial resources, established customer relationships, operational scale, and technical expertise than the Company who is a new entrant into that sector; | |
| ● | the generally limited liquidity and trading of our common stock and price volatility; | |
| ● | the outcome of any legal proceedings; | |
| ● | the ability to maintain the listing of our securities on the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) or any other national securities exchange; | |
| ● | that the price of our common stock is volatile due to a variety of factors, including changes in the competitive and regulated industries in which we operate (or seek to operate), variations in operating performance across competitors, changes in laws and regulations affecting our business and any changes in our capital structure; | |
| ● | the risks related to our ability to identify and execute on outside sources of funding necessary to fund our operations and business plan, and the potential dilution that our stockholders may be subject to; | |
| ● | the risk of downturns in the aviation industry; | |
| ● | a changing regulatory landscape in the aviation industry and the AI and data center sectors; | |
| ● | our ability to attract and retain highly qualified personnel, including our officers, directors, and key employees; | |
| ● | data security breaches, cyber attacks, or other network outages; | |
| ● | our ability to adequately protect our intellectual property interests; | |
| ● | our reliance on third parties and joint venture partners; | |
| ● | risks associated with the overall economy, including interest rate volatility, prospective, and the potential for recession; and | |
| ● | other risks and uncertainties set forth under the section of this Report entitled “Item 1A Risk Factors.” |
Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any of the underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary in material respects from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and we assume no obligation and do not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
MARKET AND INDUSTRY DATA
Some of the market and industry data contained in this Report are based on independent industry publications or other publicly available information. We believe this information is reliable as of the applicable date of its publication, however, we have not independently verified and cannot assure you as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. As a result, you should be aware that the market and industry data contained herein, and our beliefs and estimates based on such data, may not be reliable.
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SUMMARY OF RISK FACTORS
Our business is subject to a number of risks of which you should be aware. These risks are discussed more fully in the “Risk Factors” section of this Report. These risks include, but are not limited to, the following:
| ● | We may not have enough funds to sustain our business until we become profitable and may not be able to obtain additional capital when desired, on favorable terms or at all. If we are unsuccessful in securing additional sources of capital, we may not be able to continue as a going concern. | |
| ● | We are an early-stage company with a limited operating history. | |
| ● | We may not be able to successfully implement our growth strategies. | |
| ● | Our operating results have been, and are expected to continue to be, difficult to predict based on a number of factors that also will affect our long-term performance. | |
| ● | Our business and reputation rely on, and will continue to rely on, third parties. | |
| ● | We rely on third-party Internet, mobile, and other products and services to deliver our mobile and web applications and flight management system offerings to customers, and any disruption of, or interference with, our use of those services could adversely affect our business, financial condition, results of operations, and customers. | |
| ● | We rely on third parties maintaining open marketplaces to distribute our mobile and web applications. | |
| ● | We may be unable to adequately protect our intellectual property interests or may be found infringing on the intellectual property interests of others. | |
| ● | A delay or failure to identify and devise, invest in and implement certain important technology, business, and other initiatives could have a material impact on our business, financial condition and results of operations. | |
| ● | We are dependent on our information systems which may be vulnerable to cyber-attacks or other events. | |
| ● | Because our software could be used to collect and store personal information, privacy concerns in the territories in which we operate could result in additional costs and liabilities to us or inhibit sales of our software. | |
| ● | Changes to applicable tax laws and regulations or exposure to additional income tax liabilities could affect our business and future profitability. | |
| ● | In the event that our business expands domestically or internationally, including to jurisdictions in which tax laws may not be favorable, our obligations may change or fluctuate, become significantly more complex or become subject to greater risk of examination by taxing authorities, any of which could adversely affect our after-tax profitability and financial results. | |
| ● | Our ability to utilize our net operating loss and tax credit carryforwards to offset future taxable income may be subject to certain limitations. | |
| ● | Our primary assets include our direct and indirect interests in our subsidiaries and, accordingly, we are dependent upon distributions from our subsidiaries to pay taxes and cover our corporate and other overhead expenses. | |
| ● | We have made a significant investment in the sponsor of a blank check company commonly referred to as a special purpose acquisition company (“SPAC”) and will suffer the loss of all of our investment if the SPAC does not complete an acquisition by April 6, 2027. | |
| ● | Our use of fair value accounting of our indirect investment in AI Infrastructure Acquisition could result in income statement volatility, which in turn, could cause significant market price and trading volume fluctuations for our common stock. | |
| ● | Our failure to attract and retain highly qualified personnel in the future could harm our business. | |
| ● | Demand for our aviation services may decline due to factors beyond our control. | |
| ● | We face a high level of competition with numerous market participants with greater financial resources and operating experience. | |
| ● | The operation of aircraft is subject to various risks, and failure to maintain an acceptable safety record may have an adverse impact on our ability to obtain and retain customers. | |
| ● | If efforts to continue to build a strong brand identity and improve member satisfaction and loyalty are not successful, we may not be able to attract or retain members, and our operating results may be adversely affected. | |
| ● | Any failure to offer high-quality customer support may harm our relationships with our customers and could adversely affect our reputation, brand, business, financial condition and results of operations. | |
| ● | Changes in laws or regulations affecting the aviation industry, or a failure to comply with any such laws or regulations, may adversely affect our business, investments and results of operations. | |
| ● | The proposed Transactions with flyExclusive may not be completed on the terms or timeline currently contemplated, or at all. | |
| ● | In the proposed Transactions with flyExclusive, we will divest substantially all of our fractional and jet card business and related assets, together with associated working capital, and thereafter focus on business strategy that focuses on expanding our AI data-center operations. Any or all of these decisions if incorrect may have a material adverse effect on the results of our operations, financial position and cash flows, and pose further risks to the successful operation of our business over the short and long-term. |
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| ● | The AI data center sector in which we expect to primarily focus after the Transactions is subject to significant risks, including rapid growth and volatility, capital requirements, dependence on rapidly changing underling technologies, market and political risks and uncertainties and extreme competition. We cannot guarantee that we will be able to anticipate or overcome any or all of these risks and uncertainties, especially as a small company operating in an environment that includes many large, well-capitalized competitors with substantially more resources. | |
| ● | We may not achieve some or all of the expected benefits of the Transactions, and the Transactions may adversely impact our business. | |
| ● | Particularly after the Transactions, our success will be dependent on our ability to successfully develop new services, platforms and solutions that utilize AI and enhance or complement our existing services, platforms and solutions, and market acceptance of these offerings. | |
| ● | The Transactions could give rise to disputes or other unfavorable effects, which could materially and adversely affect our business, financial position or results of operations. | |
| ● | Our focus on the development and provision of AI data center services represents an evolving business model and strategy. | |
| ● | Our AI data center services strategy may require significant time and expenditures to implement and our efforts may not be successful. | |
| ● | In the data center sector our business model is expected to rely significantly on other companies to joint venture those projects. Therefore, our results are subject to the additional risks associated with the financial condition, operational expertise and priorities of our joint venture partners. | |
| ● | Our increased focus on the AI data center market may not be successful and may result in adverse consequences to our business, results of operations and financial condition. | |
| ● | Expansion of our business strategy into the AI data center market could increase competitive, operational, legal and regulatory risks to our business in ways we cannot predict. | |
| ● | Changing political and geopolitical conditions, including changing international trade policies and the implementation of wide-ranging, reciprocal and retaliatory tariffs, surtaxes and other similar import or export duties, or trade restrictions, could adversely impact our business, prospects, operations and financial performance, specifically as it relates to the development and provision of AI data center services. | |
| ● | Our anticipated data center business is expected to have significant customer concentration. | |
| ● | We may be unable to raise additional capital needed to fulfill our capital or liquidity needs or grow our business and achieve the expansion plans we have for our data center projects and interests, and the development and provision of AI data center services. | |
| ● | We expect to continue to incur substantial capital expenditures to grow our AI data center services business. | |
| ● | Supply chain and logistics issues for us, our contractors or our suppliers may frustrate or delay our expansion plans into the AI data center services market or increase the cost of constructing our infrastructure. | |
| ● | Any electricity outage, non-supply or limitation of electricity supply, including as a result of political pressures or regulations, or increase in electricity costs may result in material impacts to our AI data center services operations and financial performance. | |
| ● | We may be affected by price fluctuations in the wholesale and retail power markets. | |
| ● | Any delays or unexpected costs in the development of any new properties acquired for development by us or our partners may delay and harm our growth prospects, future operating results and financial condition. | |
| ● | Government regulators and utilities may potentially restrict the ability of electricity suppliers to provide electricity to AI data centers or AI services generally. | |
| ● | We may fail to anticipate or adapt to technology innovations in a timely manner, or at all. | |
| ● | We have never paid cash dividends on our capital stock, and we do not anticipate paying dividends in the foreseeable future. | |
| ● | Anti-takeover provisions contained in our governing documents and applicable laws could impair a takeover attempt. | |
| ● | Our stock price may be volatile, and you may not be able to sell shares of our common stock at or above the price at which you purchased such shares. | |
| ● | If we fail to comply with the continued listing requirements of Nasdaq, we would face possible delisting, which would result in a limited public market for our shares, limit our ability to access existing liquidity facilities and make obtaining future financing more difficult for us. | |
| ● | Stockholders may experience dilution of their ownership interest due to future issuances of shares of our common stock. | |
| ● | Sales of shares of our common stock, or the perception of such sales, by us or our significant stockholders in the public market or otherwise could cause the market price for shares of our common stock to decline. |
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PART I
Item 1 Business
Overview
Our business strategy combines concepts from fractional jet and charter jet programs with innovations in artificial intelligence, also referred to herein as “AI.”
We formed our company on June 4, 2018. We developed and, in September 2019, launched our booking platform represented by our iOS app Jet Token, which originally functioned as a prospecting and quoting platform to arrange private jet travel with third party carriers. Following our acquisition of HondaJets, we began selling jet cards and fractional ownership interests in our aircraft. In 2023, we launched an AI-enhanced booking app called CharterGPT. Beginning in 2023, we launched our Jet.AI Operator Platform to provide a business-to-business (“B2B”) software platform for software-as-a-service (“SaaS”) products. Currently we offer the following SaaS software to aircraft owners and operators generally:
| ● | Reroute AI: recycles aircraft waiting to return to base into prospective new charter bookings to destinations within specific distances; and | |
| ● | DynoFlight: enables aircraft operators to estimate aircraft emissions then purchase carbon removal credits via our DynoFlight API. |
We have also established a specific version of a private jet by-the-seat booking tool for the Las Vegas Golden Knights professional ice hockey team and Great Western Air, LLC (DBA Cirrus Aviation Services, LLC) (“Cirrus”) via 380 Software LLC. 380 Software LLC is a by-the-seat charter joint venture between us and Cirrus.
Our strategy historically has involved expanding our fleet of aircraft with larger aircraft capable of traveling longer distances, developing a national jet card program based on third party aircraft, further enhancing the AI functionality of CharterGPT, and expanding upon our B2B software offerings. Our strategy currently involves further enhancing the AI functionality of Ava, our agentic AI model, and CharterGPT, and expanding upon Reroute AI and DynoFlight.
During 2025, we began executing a strategic transformation to become a pure-play AI data center infrastructure company. This strategic pivot was driven by significant growth in demand for high-performance computing infrastructure to support artificial intelligence workloads.
Potential Sale of Aviation Business Assets
On February 13, 2025, we entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger and Reorganization (the “Original Merger Agreement”) with flyExclusive, Inc. (“flyExclusive”), FlyX Merger Sub, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of flyExclusive (“Merger Sub”), and Jet.AI SpinCo, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company (“SpinCo”). On May 6, 2025, the parties entered into an Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger and Reorganization (as subsequently amended, the “Merger Agreement”). Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, (i) as a condition to closing on the Merger Agreement, we will distribute all of the shares of SpinCo, on a pro rata basis, to our stockholders (the “Distribution”), (ii) Merger Sub will merge with and into SpinCo (the “Merger” and, together with the Distribution and all other transactions contemplated under the Merger Agreement, the “Transactions”) with SpinCo surviving the Merger as a wholly owned subsidiary of flyExclusive, and (iii) as consideration for the Merger, our existing stockholders will have the right to receive shares of Class A common stock of flyExclusive. Additionally, our stockholders will continue to own and hold their existing shares of our common stock as of closing of the Merger.
The Merger Agreement amends, restates, replaces and supersedes the Original Merger Agreement in its entirety. Except as follows, the material terms of the Transactions were unchanged in the Merger Agreement. The Merger Agreement, among other things, amended the Original Merger Agreement to provide that eighty percent of the merger consideration shares will be issued upon the closing, and twenty percent of the merger consideration shares will be held in reserve by flyExclusive until a final post-closing purchase price is determined. Once the final post-closing purchase price is determined, flyExclusive will only issue additional merger consideration shares from the reserve on a dollar for dollar basis up to the lesser of the final purchase price and the initial purchase price.
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On February 11, 2026, the parties entered into an amendment to the Merger Agreement (the “Amendment”), which (i) eliminates the closing condition that would have required us to execute a new securities purchase agreement with a third-party investor, pursuant to which we would have issued the investor a warrant to purchase up to $50 million worth of shares of a newly-designated series of preferred stock, and (ii) provides us with the ability to explore and negotiate potential post-closing strategic transactions, provided that any such transaction must be conditioned upon the closing of the Transactions and consummated after the closing of the Transactions.
In connection with executing the Original Merger Agreement, we, SpinCo, and flyExclusive entered into a Separation and Distribution Agreement (the “Separation and Distribution Agreement”), pursuant to which we will transfer the business, operations, services and activities of our fractional and jet card business to SpinCo (the “Separation”) and consummate the Distribution. After the Separation and Distribution, we will no longer operate a fractional or jet card business. We will continue to operate and retain our software and intellectual property assets, but will cease to hold our aircraft fractional, jet card and management assets. The Transactions are subject to various conditions to closing, including the receipt of stockholder approval and are expected to close during the first or second quarter of 2026.
Joint Venture and Contribution Agreements
On June 26, 2025, we entered into a Joint Venture Agreement (the “JV Agreement”) with Consensus Core Technologies Inc. (“Consensus Core”) pursuant to which we and Consensus Core agreed to establish a joint venture allowing us to collaborate in developing data centers. In furtherance of this collaboration, we entered into a Contribution Agreement (the “Contribution Agreement”) with Consensus Core and Convergence Compute LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and the joint venture entity contemplated by the JV Agreement (“Convergence Compute”), on July 2, 2025. Pursuant to the Contribution Agreement, we contributed $300,000 to Convergence Compute at the first closing of the transactions contemplated by the JV Agreement and acquired a 0.5% equity interest in Convergence Compute. Ultimately, we have agreed to contribute up to an aggregate $20 million to Convergence Compute in five tranches that are each tied to specific project development milestones.
On November 7, 2025, we announced that the milestones associated with the second closing—including the contribution by Consensus Core of all equity interests of its data center project located in Midwestern Canada (the “Midwest Project”) to Convergence Compute—had been substantially completed and we have since contributed the $1.7 million in connection with the second milestone. As a result, we and Consensus Core each received a 17.5% equity interest in the Midwest Project and we received an additional 0.5% equity interest in Convergence Compute.
In connection with the third closing under the Contribution Agreement, Consensus Core will contribute all equity interests in its data center project located in Maritime Canada (the “Maritime Project”) to Convergence Compute. As a result of this contribution, we and Consensus Core each will receive a 17.5% equity interest in the Maritime Project and we will receive an additional 0.5% equity interest in Convergence Compute. If all five closings contemplated by the Contribution Agreement occur, we will receive hold an aggregate equity interest of 2.5% of Consensus Core, an equity interest of 17.5% in the Midwest Project, and an equity interest of 17.5% in the Maritime Project.
Anticipated Projects
Midwest Project
The joint venture is developing a data center campus in Midwestern Canada, to expand its portfolio of high-capacity, sustainable data infrastructure. The location sits adjacent to a natural gas pipeline in North America, historically intended to support the now-canceled Keystone Pipeline. This pipeline transports Alberta gas eastward and includes the Emerson line.
The site connects directly to a 115 kV transmission line tied to a main generation aggregation point. This line terminates at a pad owned by Hydro. The site already hosts a 2 MVA transformer, switchgear, and a package substation capable of supporting a 15 MW load. This infrastructure is in place and operational, the result of zoning changes (from agricultural to industrial) and regulatory approvals. A small proof-of-concept data center is currently installed and tested on-site, housing approximately 2 MW of capacity. Although idle, the infrastructure is active.
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Maritime Project
The joint venture is developing a high-capacity data center campus in Maritime Canada. Strategically positioned to capitalize on the region’s energy infrastructure and sustainability potential the Maritime Project aims to address the escalating demand for cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and digital infrastructure across North America.
The Maritime Project benefits from immediate access to 40 megawatts of substation capacity, that would be expected to enable operations to commence promptly upon development. The site is expected to scale to 100 megawatts in the near term, with long-term plans to exceed 1 gigawatt, which at that scale would position the site as a major hub for hyperscale data center operations. Located alongside an established large-scale critical energy hub, the campus has access to substantial natural gas resources, increasing the probability of reliable and cost-effective power delivery. Additionally, the site is adjacent to 10,000 acres of developable land earmarked for future green energy production expansion.
Recent Events
Proposed Moapa, Nevada Data Center
On December 23, 2025, we announced a planned joint venture with for a 50-megawatt data center campus in Moapa, Clark County, Nevada, on approximately 20 acres. The site is adjacent to a remediated coal plant (now a 200MW battery storage facility) with access to electric transmission, natural gas, fiber, water, and transportation infrastructure. If successfully implemented, and subject to the execution of definitive agreements, completion of diligence, and satisfaction of customary conditions, we expect to commit approximately $10 million over two years, with certain economic incentives to be allocated approximately 70% to us and 30% to our joint venture partner. We entered into a non-binding term sheet with respect to the joint venture in December 2025 and currently expect to enter into definitive agreements in the first or second quarter of 2026.
Nasdaq Compliance
On February 6, 2026, we received a notification letter from the Listing Qualifications Department of Nasdaq (the “Notice Letter”) stating that we are not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5450(a)(1), as the minimum bid price of our common stock had been below $1.00 per share for 30 consecutive business days (the “Minimum Bid Price Requirement”). The Notice Letter has no immediate effect on the listing or trading of our common stock. We have 180 calendar days, or until August 45, 2026 (the “Initial Compliance Period”), to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement. In the event we do not regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement during the Initial Compliance Period, we may be eligible for an additional 180-calendar day compliance period (the “Additional Compliance Period”) if, at that time, we meet the continued listing requirement for the market value of publicly held shares and all other initial listing standards for the Nasdaq Capital Market, with the exception of the bid price requirement.
At the 2025 annual meeting of stockholders the Company received stockholder approval to effect a reverse stock split of our issued and outstanding shares of common stock at a ratio of up to 1-for-250. Should we not regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement during the Initial Compliance Period or the Additional Compliance Period, if applicable, we expect to effect such a reverse stock split in a sufficient ratio so as to cause us to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement. Although we believe that we will be able to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, there can be no assurance that we will be able to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, satisfy the requirements necessary for eligibility for an Additional Compliance Period, or maintain compliance with any other listing requirements.
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Our Aircraft Operations
In July 2021, we leased a HondaJet aircraft under a short-term lease arrangement, which terminated in February 2022, to accelerate our aircraft operations and sales of jet card memberships. We previously acquired four HondaJet Elite aircraft under our 2020 purchase agreement with Honda Aircraft Company, LLC (“Honda Aircraft Company”), discussed under “Our Aircraft” below, all four of which have been sold, but three of which remain part of our fleet, as discussed below. Cirrus is managing, operating, and maintaining our aircraft.
We offer the following programs for our HondaJet Elite aircraft:
| ● | Fractional ownership program: This program provides potential owners the ability to purchase a share in a jet at a fraction of the cost of acquiring an entire aircraft. Each 1/5 share guarantees 75 occupied hours of usage per year with 24 hours of notice. The fractional ownership program consists of a down payment, one or more progress payments, a payment on delivery, a monthly management fee and an hourly usage fee. As part of the aircraft purchase agreement, the buyer enters into an aircraft management agreement which lasts three years and, at the end of the contract period, the aircraft is typically sold, and the owners are given their pro-rata share of the sale proceeds. The three-year term is not renewable. Our current contracts do not contemplate the re-fractioning of the aircraft to other buyers at the end of the term, but rather a whole aircraft sale to a single buyer. Monthly management fees are in general subject to an annual CPI-W based step-up. CPI-W is a measure of cost inflation commonly used in long term aviation service contracts with OEMs and engine manufacturers. | |
| ● | Jet card program: A membership in our jet card program generally includes 10, 25 or 50 occupied hours of usage per year with 24 hours of notice. Members generally pay 100% upfront and then fly for a fixed hourly rate over the next twelve months. Those who require guaranteed availability may pay a membership fee for an additional charge. Jet card program members may interchange as a set ratio per aircraft onto any one of twenty jets operated by our partner, Cirrus. |
In addition to servicing members, fractional owners and third-party charter clients, we intend for our HondaJet Elites to be available to address unexpected cancellations or delays on brokered charters. Unlike most of our brokerage competitors, as well as many business jet management companies which require owner approval before their aircraft can be used for third party charter, we believe maintaining a fleet of readily available aircraft to back fill third party charter services provides more reliability and is an attractive selling point for potential clients.
In 2022, we entered into agreements with Cirrus under which we sell jet cards for Cirrus’s aircraft, for a commission for sales and client management services, and we make Cirrus’s aircraft available to our customers for charter bookings at preferred rates and with certain service guarantees. As a result, our jet card members and charter customers have access to twenty of Cirrus’s aircraft in the light, mid, super-mid, heavy, and ultra-long-range categories, comprising the following aircraft: CJ3+, CJ4, Lear 45XR, Citation XLS+, Lear 60, Hawker 900XP, Challenger 300, Challenger 604, Falcon 900EX, Challenger 850, Gulfstream V and Gulfstream G550.
In the fourth quarter of 2022, we launched the Onboard Program to allow aircraft owners to contribute their aircraft to our charter and jet card inventory. The Onboard Program requires one month FAA conformity of aircraft onto the Cirrus Part 135 certificate, a one-week pilot recertification course for charter operation and execution of a limited management agreement. We currently have one Cessna Citation Jet CJ4 aircraft (“Citation CJ4 Gen 2”) and one Beechcraft Super King Air B300 (350I) aircraft (“King Air 350i”) managed pursuant to our OnBoard Program.
Our Software Platforms
Our Booking Platform – CharterGPT
Our booking platform displays a variety of options across private aircraft types in addition to the pricing of our own aircraft, with a range of prices drawn from a list of thousands of aircraft for hire. We offer users the ability to request a jet and to simultaneously task us with seeking a lower-cost otherwise superior alternative. CharterGPT is directly connected via our application programming interface (API) to Avinode, the major centralized database in private aviation. Through Avinode we can electronically and automatically correspond with operators of private jets who have posted their aircraft for hire. We envision a time when CharterGPT draws upon resources other than Avinode for private aircraft inventory, in particular we contemplate a connection between the inventory found in Reroute AI and CharterGPT.
The CharterGPT app, which we released in the iOS and Android stores in 2023 to replace the charter booking function of our Jet Token app, automates certain of these manual steps involved in charter bookings, and we believe this automation will enable us to scale charter activity with fewer persons than would be normally required. In particular, CharterGPT is designed to do the following: (1) intake travel requirements in natural language and then interact with customers to provide substantive replies and actionable suggestions with quality indistinguishable from an experienced charter professional; (2) power the content behind outbound calls to smaller charter operators to confirm electronic indications of interest communicated via the Avinode centralized booking database of private aircraft; (3) reconcile the natural language terms in a third party jet operator contract with the terms and conditions in the contract the customer signs with us; and (4) verify that payment for the charter has cleared.
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Our Agentic AI Model –Ava
In late 2024 we announced the launch of our agentic AI model, “Ava,” that books private jets. Through Ava, customers can book private jets by calling or texting a toll-free number where the AI provides real-time aircraft availability, transparent pricing, and expert guidance to help users select the perfect jet for their intended journey. For those who prefer texting, Ava enables full conversational experience via SMS, responding to inquiries, sharing details, and providing a direct link to the CharterGPT app for seamless trip management. The AI is intended to ensure every customer receives a personalized and efficient experience, whether they’re seasoned flyers or first-time travelers.
Jet.AI Operator Platform
Jet.AI provides and continues to develop a B2B software platform for a suite of SaaS products termed “Jet.AI Operator Platform” which currently consists of:
Reroute AI
In 2024 we launched Reroute AI. Reroute AI software is web based and enables FAA Part 135 operators to earn revenue on otherwise empty flight legs. When prompted with basic travel itinerary information such as city pair and date of travel, Reroute AI searches its database of empty flight legs and proposes novel combinations of those legs that meet these constraints it has been given. Its database of empty flight legs comes from API integrations with certain other databases and a ChatGPT enhanced scrape of publicly available empty leg lists published by Part 135 operators. An operator may upload its own aircraft tail numbers and empty leg list if for any reason one or both have not already been uploaded into the system. We generate revenue from Reroute AI when an operator wishes to book an itinerary proposed by the software that involves the use of aircraft outside that operator’s fleet. In that instance, we act as broker to the operator using Reroute AI’s proposed itinerary and a human in the loop to negotiate the new pricing and new routing of the third party operator’s aircraft.
DynoFlight
DynoFlight is a software API that we launched at the end of 2023. It enables aircraft operators to track and estimate emissions and then purchase carbon offset credits. DynoFlight offers small to medium sized operators a way to begin tracking and offsetting their carbon credits with advanced estimation techniques, compliant practices, and quality credits at prices usually only accessible to operators working at a much larger scale that are buying in bulk. In February, 2024, we announced a collaboration with FL3XX, a web and app-based aviation management platform, to introduce the DynoFlight carbon offset platform to FL3XX customers. We believe the DynoFlight API may offer an advantage even to large organizations that wish to manage working capital more efficiently (i.e. pay as they fly instead of buying in bulk). We are currently in the process of integrating the DynoFlight API with the FL3XX systems. We believe that, once the DynoFlight API has been integrated with FL3XX and future customers, it will generate monthly and usage-based revenues with modest operating costs limited to server administration and maintenance of the code base.
AI Data Centers
With our announcement of the potential sale of our fractional and jet card business assets, we also announced our entry into the AI infrastructure space and have entered into the JV Agreement for our first 50-megawatt project as part of a new twenty-acre campus. Consensus Core is a Vancouver-based provider of high-performance graphics processing unit infrastructure and AI cloud services. The joint venture is expected to develop two hyperscale data center campuses - one located in Manitoba Canada and the other in Maritime Canada - with a combined power capacity target of approximately 1.5 gigawatts. The Midwest Project currently has 2 megawatts of capacity live and is expected to reach 100 megawatts within 12 months, while the Maritime Project is expected to begin with 40 megawatts and scale to over 1 gigawatt.
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Under the JV Agreement and Contribution Agreement, on July 2, 2025, we contributed $300,000 to Convergence Compute and acquired a 0.5% equity interest in Convergence Compute. We have invested additional $1.7 million securing a 17.5% equity interest in the Midwest Project, and plan to invest an additional $2 million at a later date to obtain a 17.5% equity interest in the Maritime Project. We will have the option to complete the fourth and fifth closings under the Contribution Agreement, which would result in us having contributed an aggregate of $20 million if all five closings are consummated. The project development milestones and additional cash contributions that we have agreed to contribute or have the option of contributing are outlined in the table below.
| Closing Event | Midwest Milestones | Maritime Milestones | Contribution Amount | |||||
| Initial(1) | Signing Definitive Agreement. | Signing Definitive Agreement. | $ | 300,000 | ||||
Second(2)
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The contribution by Consensus Core as set forth in the Contribution Agreement.
The release of any mortgage liens on the property owned by the Midwest Project.
The execution by Convergence Compute of a letter of intent to acquire at least 100 additional acres of property adjacent or proximate to the existing property owned by the Midwest Project. | Completion of Jet.AI inspection. | $ | 1,700,000 | ||||
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The submission by Convergence Compute of a Transmission Power Load Study application with respect to the Midwest Project.
Confirmation from natural gas utility or other supplier or reseller that they are willing to supply sufficient flow to operate up to the six proposed turbines. | The contribution by Consensus Core as set forth in the Contribution Agreement.
Execution of a letter of intent by Convergence Compute with a power producer to acquire power from their proposed wind farm for use by the Maritime Project (the “Wind Power Project”). | $ | 2,000,000 | ||||
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Obtaining of any necessary environmental permits or studies.
Delivery of site plans for establishment of utility/energy generation to the Midwest Project property, including any gas lines. | Obtaining of any necessary environmental permits or studies.
Delivery of site plans for establishment of utility/energy generation to the Maritime Project property, including any gas lines.
Execution of a definitive agreement with respect to the Wind Power Project. | $ | 4,000,000 | ||||
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Execution of a hyperscale tenant letter of intent or execution of letter of intent for project financing to self-fund the Midwest Project.
Execution of letter of intent or purchase order to acquire up to six turbines. | Execution of a hyperscale tenant letter of intent or execution of letter of intent for project financing to self-fund the Maritime Project. | $ | 12,000,000 | ||||
| Total | $ | 20,000,000 |
(1) The initial closing occurred on July 2, 2025.
(2) On November 7, 2025, we announced that the milestones associated with the second closing had been substantially completed, and the parties subsequently completed that closing in January 2026 following the Company’s funding of this milestone.
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The joint venture is structured to generate recurring cash flow from our equity interests and offer potential capital appreciation, aligning with our long-term strategy to become a leading developer of AI infrastructure. The projects feature access to large-scale power infrastructure, including transmission lines, natural gas pipelines, and proximity to hydroelectric sources, positioning them for scalable and sustainable growth in the rapidly evolving AI compute market.
AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp.
We hold an approximate 49.9% ownership interest in AIIA Sponsor Ltd., the sponsor of AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: AIIA) (“AI Acquisition”), a special purpose acquisition company focused on opportunities in the broader AI infrastructure sector. On October 3, 2025, AI Acquisition completed an initial public offering of 13.8 million units at $10.00 per unit, raising $138 million in gross proceeds. Through our interest in the sponsor, we have an indirect interest in approximately 2.3 million Class B ordinary shares of AI Infrastructure, approximately 132,000 Class A ordinary shares of AI Infrastructure, and approximately 132,000 private placement rights, with each right entitling the holder to receive one-fifth (1/5) of one Class A ordinary share of AI Infrastructure .
Strategy
Aircraft Operations
Having purchased and sold four HondaJet Elite aircraft, three of which remain part of our fleet, as discussed below, we previously planned to gradually expand our fleet with larger light jet and super-mid-size aircraft. In October 2024, we entered into an aircraft purchase agreement with Textron Aviation Inc. (“Textron”), for the purchase of three Citation CJ4 Gen 2 aircraft. In August 2025, we replaced our three orders for Citation CJ4 Gen 2 aircraft with three orders for Citation CJ3 aircraft. The aircraft are currently expected to be delivered in 2027. Upon delivery, the jets would, in turn, be managed by Cirrus and listed on their Part 135 certificate. Customers who purchase fractional interest in these jets would be expected to make a down payment and progress payments, consistent with fractional industry norms.
Because all major manufacturers of larger cabin aircraft such as Gulfstream, Falcon, Bombardier, Embraer, and Textron each have one to three year waiting lists for purchasing an aircraft, many of our fractional competitors can only pre-sell, and remain otherwise unable to offer the related service. Our strategy is to allow customers, in advance of delivery, to fly on Cirrus’s managed aircraft. In return the customer would pay a monthly management fee (MMF) and an occupied hourly fee (OHF) at rates substantially similar to those for their Citation CJ3.
The above description of our aircraft operations strategy assumes that our current operations will remain the same. However, if we consummate the proposed Transactions pursuant to the Merger Agreement with flyExclusive, we will transfer the business, operations, services and activities of our fractional and jet card business to SpinCo and will no longer operate a fractional and jet card business.
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Artificial Intelligence
We operate CharterGPT, our enhanced booking app, in the iOS and Android stores. The app functions as a prospecting and quoting tool for those interested in chartering a private jet. We released CharterGPT in 2023 to automate much of the manual labor in charter bookings for all of the steps between a customer’s firm indication of interest and their arrival at ultimate destination. In late 2024, we followed up with our agentic AI model, Ava. We believe this automation will enable us to scale charter activity with fewer persons than would be normally required. In particular, CharterGPT is designed to do the following: (1) intake travel requirements in natural language and then interact with customers to provide substantive replies and actionable suggestions with quality indistinguishable from an experienced charter professional; (2) power the content behind outbound calls to smaller charter operators to confirm electronic indications of interest communicated via the Avinode centralized booking database of private aircraft; (3) reconcile the natural language terms in a third party jet operator contract with the terms and conditions in the contract the customer signs with us; and (4) verify that payment for the charter has cleared.
In addition, in 2024, we incorporated the following AI-powered features into CharterGPT and Ava to offer a continually improving unique and personalized experience to customers:
Aircraft Recommendation Engine: This feature provides customers greater transparency and understanding of the characteristics of the aircraft that are available for their trips, making it easier for customers to make an informed decision regarding which aircraft to book. The recommendation engine analyzes a list of available jets based on the traveler’s request, and considers factors such as budget, preferred aircraft size, age of aircraft, distance of the trip compared with non-stop/range capability, number of passengers, ages and weights of passengers and their respective bags compared with cargo capacity, basic take-off weight limitations, operator safety audit (Argus/Wyvern), cabin amenities such as a fully enclosed lavatory, WiFi availability and years since last interior refurbishment.
Customer service: This feature provides intelligent customer service by using natural language processing and machine learning algorithms to understand and respond to initial booking requests. Our management believes that untrained call center staff and brittle chat bots still characterize much of the customer facing experience today in the US. With the advent of AI, we believe that even for high ticket items, consumers will come to expect a natural language interface trained on terabytes of data that relate specifically to their respective purchases.
The back end of the CharterGPT app is expected to provide three features that may address the labor intensity (and hence scalability) of our charter brokerage business. First, each charter operator has its own form of legal contract for carriage and that contract must be reconciled with the terms found in the charter brokers’ agreement with the passenger. Our AI is expected to perform this reconciliation automatically, improving the speed to close with the client and reducing labor costs. Second, many charter operators do not initially respond to electronic requests delivered through the Avinode charter database that powers our app. Our generative chat AI is expected to perform outbound voice calls to prompt aircraft operators to respond to quotes we have requested via the web interface to their Avinode account. Third, we expect to develop our AI to integrate with Schedero (an Avinode based scheduling application) to generate a trip sheet for a given charter and then to further integrate with Stripe to invoice and confirm payment via credit card, wire, or ACH.
In addition, we are developing the following AI-powered features to incorporate into the AI functionality of CharterGPT:
Predictive Destination Optimization: CharterGPT uses historical traffic patterns and traveler preferences, and is expected to make use of information such as airport closures, fuel prices, and landing fees to then recommend which private airport to select when a traveler’s destination address is serviced by multiple airstrips. For example, Los Angeles is serviced by Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Van Nuys Airport (KVNY), Burbank Bob Hope Airport (KBUR), and John Wayne Airport (KSNA). Landing at an airport farther from one’s ultimate destination may save time if doing so enables faster ground transportation.
Predictive Departure Date: CharterGPT analyzes historical pricing data and forward-looking event data related to a given itinerary to predict the best date to book a flight to obtain the lowest price for their desired charter itinerary. Although approximately thirty-five blackout days a year are widely understood to absorb most domestic private aviation capacity, a variety of lesser appreciated grey-out days centered around key sporting events or entirely new happenings can affect both regional and national pricing.
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Predictive Departure Time: CharterGPT recommends optimal departure times based on both historical and live weather conditions, air traffic, and other factors, to help customers more reliably arrive at their destination on time.
Predictive Ground Transportation: CharterGPT recommends ground transportation. For example, some airports run out of rental cars at certain times each year because of an annual conference or other recurring special event. Some of our competitors have taken steps to remedy the shortage at some airports by positioning in their own vehicles for customer use.
Sales and Marketing (Aircraft Operations)
Our marketing and advertising efforts are focused on high-net-worth individuals. We have observed that many first-time private flyers came to market beginning in 2020 in an effort to avoid commercial travel and thereby curtail their prospective exposure to COVID-19. We intend to continue to expand our marketing and advertising through the following channels: online marketing, television advertising and event marketing. Paid social media and search engine advertising drive our online marketing. In the past we have launched 15 and 30 second advertising spots that are targeted at high-net-worth individuals and corporate executives through several channels, including CNBC, Fox Business, and The Golf Channel, as well as online through Facebook and LinkedIn. We intend to expand social media and event marketing in particular, provided those meet our internal return targets. With respect to event marketing, we intend to have a presence at sporting events, business jet industry gatherings and company hosted aircraft static displays.
Our Aircraft
Our aircraft fleet consists of five aircraft – three HondaJet Elites, one Citation CJ4 Gen 2 aircraft and one King Air 350i aircraft. We acquired the three HondaJet Elites pursuant to a purchase agreement with Honda Aircraft Company for a multi-aircraft deal for four HondaJet Elites, all four of which have been sold, but three of which remain part of our fleet. One of the HondaJet Elites in our current fleet was sold and we now lease the aircraft from Western Finance Company. The other two HondaJet Elites in our current fleet were purchased and subsequently financed through the sale of all fractional interests in each of these aircraft. We now operate both of those HondaJet Elites. We also acquired an additional HondaJet Elite pursuant to the purchase agreement with Honda Aircraft Company, but we sold this aircraft in June 2022, after we determined, based on our internal financial and legal review, that the sale of the aircraft would offer a net benefit to our stakeholders. We do not operate this HondaJet Elite aircraft. The fourth and fifth aircraft in our current fleet - the Citation CJ4 Gen 2 aircraft and King Air 350i aircraft - are wholly owned by one of our customers who committed his aircraft to us via our Onboard Program for management and charter pursuant to our limited management agreement. Under the terms of our management agreement, which has a term of one year that automatically renews unless otherwise terminated by either party upon 30 days prior notice, the customer pays us a monthly management fee for services, including aircraft management services, flight crew services, such as pilot hiring, flight operations services, aircraft maintenance management and other administrative services.
As discussed in “Business – Strategy – Aircraft Operations” above, we have executed a fleet purchase agreement to acquire three Citation CJ3 aircraft from Textron Aviation, consisting of three firm orders. Upon delivery, the jets would in turn be managed by Cirrus and listed on their Part 135 certificate. Customers would be expected to make a down payment and progress payments, consistent with fractional industry norms.
We currently base our fleet at Harry Reid International airport in Las Vegas, NV, and may relocate the fleet based on seasonal travel patterns and the travel patterns of our membership.
Based on our experience, and in light of many of our competitors restricting charters on certain “blackout dates,” we estimate that thirty calendar days per year (due to holidays, major sporting events, etc.) it is extremely difficult to fly private without the guaranteed access provided by a jet membership program such as ours. We believe that the ability to safely offer guaranteed capacity, on demand, is one of the most important features one can deliver in private aviation. Also, possessing a dedicated fleet enables us to offer dynamic pricing to customers, which is attractive to online customers.
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We have entered into several Executive Aircraft Management and Charter Services Agreements with Cirrus. Under these agreements, Cirrus provides management services to us with respect to the marketing, operation, maintenance and administration of our aircraft. Specifically, following the initial set-up services, Cirrus provides Flight Crew Services, including selection, training, employment and management of the pilots necessary for operating our aircraft; Flight Operation Services, including flight scheduling, following and support services; Aircraft Maintenance Services, including maintenance of the aircraft and/or management of maintenance of the aircraft performed by third parties, related maintenance support functions and the administration of the aircraft’s log books, manuals, data, records, reports and subscriptions; Administrative Services, including budgeting, accounting and reporting services; Facility Services, including providing and/or arranging for aircraft hangar and support facilities at the aircraft’s Operating Base and other locations at which the aircraft may be situated from time to time; and Insurance Services, including providing insurance policies for the aircraft.
Cirrus is the largest private jet charter company based in Las Vegas. The Cirrus team has been managing and operating aircraft – commercially and privately – for more than 40 years. In addition, Cirrus is:
| ● | FAA Eligible On-Demand Approved | |
| ● | ARG/US Platinum Rated | |
| ● | Wyvern Recommended |
Cirrus maintains, services and operates our aircraft on our behalf and in compliance with all applicable FAA regulations and certification requirements. Cirrus has the capability to provide substitute aircraft at competitive rates in periods of excess demand for our aircraft.
The above description of our aircraft assumes that our current operations will remain the same. However, if we consummate the proposed Transactions pursuant to the Merger Agreement with flyExclusive, we will transfer the business, operations, services and activities of our fractional and jet card business to SpinCo and will no longer operate a fractional and jet card business.
Competition
Aircraft Operations:
The private air travel industry is extraordinarily competitive. We compete against other private jet charter and fractional jet companies. Established private jet brokerage and fractional companies include but are not limited to, NetJets, FlexJet, VistaGlobal (including JetSmarter powered by XO), SentientJet, WheelsUp, Nicholas Air, Executive Air Share, Plane Sense, One Sky Jets, StarJets, Jet Aviation, and Luxury Aircraft Solutions. All compete for passengers with a variety of pricing plans, aircraft types, blackout periods, booking terms, flyer programs and other products and services, including seating, food, entertainment and other on-board amenities.
Both the private jet charter companies and the legacy airlines and low-cost carriers have numerous competitive advantages that enable them to attract both business and leisure travelers. Our competitors may have corporate travel contracts that direct large numbers of employees to fly with a preferred carrier. The enormous route networks operated by our competitors, combined with their marketing and partnership relationships with regional airlines and international alliance partner carriers, allow them to generate increased passenger traffic from domestic and international cities. Our access to smaller aircraft fleet networks and lack of connecting traffic and marketing alliances puts us at a competitive disadvantage, particularly with respect to our appeal to higher-fare business travelers.
The fractional private jet companies and the legacy airlines and low-cost carriers each operate larger fleets of aircraft and have greater financial resources, which would permit them to add service in response to our entry into new markets. Due to our relatively small size, we are more susceptible to fare wars or other competitive activities, which could prevent us from attaining the level of traffic or maintaining the level of sales required to sustain profitable operations.
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AI Data Centers:
The AI data center infrastructure market is highly competitive and capital-intensive, characterized by rapidly growing demand for high-performance computing capacity to support artificial intelligence workloads. We compete with established hyperscale data center operators including Equinix, Digital Realty, CyrusOne, QTS Realty Trust, AirTrunk, Switch, CoreSite, CyrusOne, Compass Datacenters, Edgecore and CoreSite, as well as cloud service providers such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud that develop their own AI infrastructure. Additionally, we face competition from other emerging AI-focused infrastructure developers and private equity-backed data center platforms. Our competitors generally possess significantly greater financial resources, established customer relationships, operational scale, and technical expertise. As a new entrant with limited operating history in this sector, we are at a competitive disadvantage in terms of track record, access to capital, and ability to secure large-scale power allocations and customer commitments. However, our joint venture structure with Consensus Core, strategic site selection with access to substantial power infrastructure and renewable energy sources, and focus on purpose-built AI workload optimization may provide competitive differentiation as the market evolves.
Intellectual Property
We registered trademarks and related logos with the United States Patent and Trademark Office on our respective brand names, Jet Token, and Jet.AI. We have also purchased the domain names, jettoken.com and jet.ai, operating our website under those domains. We are the sole owner of the intellectual property rights in and to the software code underlying CharterGPT and the software code underlying our Jet.AI Operator Platform offerings.
Employees
As of March 6, 2026, we have nine employees (seven full-time and two part-time), including our Executive Chairman and Interim Chief Executive Officer, our Interim Chief Financial Officer, our Chief Operating Officer, our Chief Technology Officer and our Chief Marketing Officer.
Regulation
Regulations Applicable to the Operation of Our Aircraft
Once we have leased our aircraft, Cirrus, which maintains and manages our aircraft, is subject to a high degree of regulation that affects our business, including regulations governing aviation activity, safety standards and environmental standards.
U.S. Department of Transportation (“DOT”)
The DOT primarily regulates economic issues affecting air transportation such as the air carrier’s financial and management fitness, insurance, consumer protection and competitive practices. The DOT has the authority to investigate and bring proceedings to enforce its regulations and may assess civil penalties, revoke operating authority, and seek criminal sanctions. Our operating as an air charter carrier is regulated and certificated by the DOT. The DOT authorizes the carrier to engage in on-demand air transportation within the United States, its territories, and possessions. The DOT can suspend or revoke that authority for cause, essentially stopping all operations.
U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”)
The FAA primarily regulates flight operations, in particular matters affecting air safety, such as airworthiness requirements for aircraft and pilot, mechanic, dispatcher and flight attendant certification. The FAA regulates:
| ● | aircraft and associated equipment (and all aircraft are subject to ongoing airworthiness standards), | |
| ● | maintenance and repair facility certification, | |
| ● | certification and regulation of pilots and cabin crew, and | |
| ● | management of airspace. |
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In order to engage in air transportation for hire, each air carrier is required to obtain an FAA operating certificate authorizing the airline to operate using specified equipment in specified types of air service. In the case of our leased aircraft, it is a Part 135 license. The FAA has the authority to modify, suspend temporarily or revoke permanently the authority to provide air transportation for failure to comply with FAA regulations. The FAA can assess civil penalties for such failures or institute proceedings for the imposition and collection of monetary fines for the violation of certain FAA regulations. The FAA can revoke authority to provide air transportation on an emergency basis, without notice and hearing, where significant safety issues are involved. The FAA monitors compliance with maintenance, flight operations and safety regulations, maintains onsite representatives and performs inspections of a carrier’s aircraft, employees and records.
The FAA also has the authority to issue maintenance/airworthiness directives and other mandatory orders relating to aircraft and engines, fire retardant and smoke detection devices, collision and windshear avoidance systems, navigational equipment, noise abatement and the mandatory removal and replacement of aircraft parts that have failed or may fail in the future. FAA enforcement authority over aircraft includes the power to ground aircraft or limit their usage.
U.S. Transportation Security Administration (“TSA”)
The TSA is responsible for oversight of passenger and baggage screening, cargo security measures, airport security, assessment and distribution of intelligence and security research and development. Air carriers are subject to TSA mandates and oversight in connection with screening passenger identities and screening baggage. TSA regulations governing passenger identification, which we will apply at the time of purchase as well as at the time of travel, requires all passengers to provide identification using a valid verifying identity document. In addition, all passengers must provide their full name, date of birth, and gender, which is screened against the travel ban watch list in effect at the time of initial screening and at the time of travel.
All air carriers are also subject to certain provisions of the Communications Act of 1934 because of their extensive use of radio and other communication facilities and are required to obtain an aeronautical radio license from the Federal Communications Commission, or the FCC.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”)
CBP, also an agency of DHS, is the principal regulator of customs and immigration matters affecting the aviation industry and enforcer of certain public health matters affecting the aviation industry. Whenever our air carrier operations include an international flight segment, we must provide CBP with an advance disclosure of passenger information, facilitate CBP’s inspection of baggage and help ensure the proper disposal of any foreign-originating refuse on the aircraft. CBP also oversees entry and clearance into the U.S., including with respect to exports and imports, and issues landing rights approvals for aircraft arriving in the U.S. from abroad.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”)
The EPA is the principal federal environmental regulator. In January 2021, the EPA promulgated new rules relating to the greenhouse gas emissions from carbon fuels used in aircraft engines for aircraft manufactured or in-production on or after January 1, 2028. This will likely bring about a change in future aircraft engine designs and approvals and eventually require replacement of engines in future years. This area of regulation is not settled. It still is subject to change based on domestic and international laws and standards intended to address global environmental issues, making it impossible to say how such developments might impact our business in the future. Our costs of complying with environmental laws were insignificant for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
Local Airport Authorities
The vast majority of airports where we fly are owned and operated by state and local government entities. These airport authorities claim the right to impose certain safety, security and other regulations so long as they do not conflict with U.S. federal law. Airport authorities also have extensive property rights that empower them to impose conditions on leasing and using airport facilities. The terms on which an airport authority might lease or allow use of its property (or other property and services at an airport) can, at times, be on terms less favorable than would be customary for real estate or other transactions outside of an airport environment.
These regulatory authorities have the ability to stop a part or all of our business and flight operations such as by suspending or revoking our certifications or other authorizations. They also have the ability to impose monetary fines and other civil penalties and to make referrals for criminal prosecution. These actions may occur with little or no notice, depending on the circumstances as perceived by the regulators in their discretion.
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Regulations Applicable to AI Data Center Operations
Our current and prospective AI data center projects and operations are subject to extensive federal, state, provincial, and local regulations. At the federal level, the EPA regulates air emissions, waste disposal, and hazardous materials handling, while the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission oversees interstate electricity transmission and wholesale power markets. Our Canadian projects are subject to provincial environmental agencies and energy regulators in their respective jurisdictions. Interconnection to electrical grids requires compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation standards and approval from regional transmission organizations or independent system operators. Data center operations must comply with state and provincial public utility commission regulations governing large power consumers, including potential demand response requirements and time-of-use rate structures. Facilities in which we have an interest, or that we may own and operate, are subject to local building codes, zoning ordinances, land use restrictions, and permitting requirements. Water usage for cooling systems may be subject to allocation limits and discharge permits under the Clean Water Act in the U.S. and comparable provincial legislation in Canada. We (and / or our joint venture partners) must also comply with data privacy and cybersecurity regulations, including sector-specific requirements that may apply to customers utilizing our infrastructure.
The regulatory landscape for AI data centers continues to evolve. Federal and state regulators are increasingly scrutinizing the energy consumption of data centers, with potential future requirements for energy efficiency standards, renewable energy usage mandates, and greenhouse gas emission reporting or limitations. Several jurisdictions are considering or implementing AI-specific regulations that could impose compliance obligations on infrastructure providers. Water scarcity concerns in certain regions may result in stricter consumption limits or cooling technology requirements. Grid operators may impose additional interconnection requirements or curtailment obligations as data center demand grows. The regulatory environment in both the U.S. and Canada remains uncertain, and changes in environmental policy, energy regulation, or AI governance could materially impact our development timelines, operating costs, and competitive position.
Properties
We lease space for our corporate headquarters in Las Vegas, Nevada, consisting of office space and the use of shared conference facilities. We believe this leased office is in satisfactory condition and is suitable for the conduct of our business.
Available Information
We file annual reports, quarterly reports, current reports, proxy statements and other information with the SEC. Our SEC filings are available to the public through the “Investor Relations” portion of our website as soon as practicable after we have electronically filed such material with, or furnished it to, the SEC. In addition, the SEC maintains a website that contains reports, proxy and information statements, and other information regarding issuers that file electronically with the SEC at www.sec.gov.
Our internet address is www.jet.ai. The information on our website is not, and shall not be deemed to be, part of this Report or incorporated into any other filings we make with the SEC, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in any such filings. All website addresses in this Report are intended to be inactive textual references only.
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Item 1A Risk Factors
Investing in our securities involves a high degree of risk. Our business, financial condition or results of operations could be harmed by any of these risks. The risks and uncertainties described below are not the only ones we face. Additional risks not currently known to us or other factors not perceived by us to present significant risks to our business at this time also may impair our business operations.
Risks Related to Our Business
We may not have sufficient funds to sustain our business until (if ever) we become profitable (if ever) and may not be able to obtain additional capital when desired, on favorable terms or at all. If we are unsuccessful in securing additional sources of capital, we may not be able to continue as a going concern.
We depend on funds from our operations, proceeds from our financing arrangements and additional fundraising in order to sustain our ongoing operations. To date, we have suffered recurring losses from operations and have a significant accumulated deficit. As a result of these recurring losses from operations and the need for additional capital, there is substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. Therefore, our independent registered public accounting firm included an explanatory paragraph expressing substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern in our report on our audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025. Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements included in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, included a similar qualification regarding our ability to continue as a going concern. Our financial statements have been prepared in accordance with GAAP, which contemplates that we will continue to operate as a going concern. Our financial statements do not contain any adjustments that might result if we are unable to continue as a going concern.
The industry and markets in which we focus and intend to focus make are difficult to evaluate, enter, and remain competitive. We expect that we will need to make continued investments in our projects, as well as in equipment, facilities and technology. We also anticipate that we will need to invest substantial capital to pursue certain business opportunities in sectors that are complementary to AI-focused business operations, continue technology and product development, and fund working capital for anticipated growth. If we do not generate sufficient cash flow from operations or otherwise have the capital resources to meet our future capital needs, we may need additional financing to implement our business strategy.
We expect that we will need to raise additional capital in the future to continue to operate, fund expansion, respond to competitive pressures, potentially acquire complementary assets, businesses or technologies, or take advantage of unanticipated opportunities. We may seek to do so through public or private financing, strategic relationships or other arrangements. Our ability to secure any required financing will depend in part upon prevailing capital market conditions and business success. There can be no assurance that we will be successful in our efforts to secure any additional financing on terms satisfactory to us or at all. If we are unable to obtain sufficient amounts of additional capital, we may need to reduce the near-term scope of our planned development and operations, which could delay implementation of our business plan—thereby harming our business, financial condition and operating results. In such circumstances, we may have to significantly reduce our operations or delay, scale back or discontinue the development of one or more of our products or services, seek alternative financing arrangements, declare bankruptcy or terminate our operations entirely.
In addition, even if we are able to obtain additional financing on satisfactory terms, we cannot predict the size of future issuances of shares of our common stock or securities convertible into shares of our common stock or the effect, if any, that future issuances and sales of shares of our common stock will have on the price of our shares of common stock. We may not accurately anticipate how quickly we may use our funds and whether these funds are sufficient to bring the business to profitability. Furthermore, raising additional capital through the issuance of equity securities may reduce the percentage ownership of our existing stockholders and such existing stockholders may experience additional dilution in net book value per share. Any such newly-issued equity securities may also have rights, preferences or privileges senior to those of the holders of shares of our common stock.
If we raise additional funds through the incurrence of indebtedness, such indebtedness may involve restrictive covenants that impair our ability to pursue our growth strategy and other aspects of our business plan, expose us to greater interest rate risk and volatility, and require us to dedicate a substantial portion of our cash flow from operations to payments on our indebtedness, thereby reducing the availability of our cash flow to fund working capital and capital expenditures, increasing our vulnerability to general adverse economic and industry conditions, placing us at a competitive disadvantage compared to our competitors that have less debt, and limiting our ability to borrow additional funds. In connection with any such future capital raising transactions, whether involving the issuance of equity securities or the incurrence of indebtedness, we may be required to accept terms that restrict our ability to raise additional capital for a period of time, which may limit or prevent us from raising capital at times when it would otherwise be opportunistic to do so.
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We are an early-stage company with a limited operating history.
We have a limited history upon which to evaluate our performance and future prospects. Our current and proposed operations are subject to all business risks associated with newer enterprises. These include likely fluctuations in operating results as we react to developments in our markets, difficulty in managing our growth, and the entry of competitors into our markets. We have incurred net losses to date and anticipate continuing net losses for the foreseeable future. We cannot assure you that we will be profitable in the foreseeable future or generate sufficient profits to pay dividends. If we achieve profitability, we cannot be certain that we will be able to sustain or increase such profitability. We have not consistently generated positive cash flow from operations and cannot be certain that we will be able to generate positive cash flow from operations in the future. To achieve and sustain profitability, we must accomplish numerous objectives, including broadening and stabilizing our sources of revenue. Accomplishing these objectives may require significant capital investments. We cannot assure the achievement of these objectives.
We may not be able to successfully implement our growth strategies.
Our growth strategies include, among other things, expanding our addressable market by opening up private aviation to non-members through our marketplace, expanding into new domestic markets, pursuing new opportunities in the AI sector, and developing adjacent (or complementary) businesses, including, but not limited to, developing and operating AI data centers. We face numerous challenges in implementing our growth strategies, including our ability to execute on market, business, product/service and geographic expansions. Our strategies for growth are dependent on, among other things, our ability to expand existing products and service offerings and launch new products and service offerings. Although we devote significant financial and other resources to the expansion of our products and service offerings, our efforts may not be commercially successful or achieve the desired results. Our financial results and our ability to maintain or improve our competitive position will depend on our ability to effectively gauge the direction of our key marketplaces and successfully identify, develop, market and sell new or improved products and services in these changing marketplaces. Our inability to successfully implement our growth strategies could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations and any assumptions underlying estimates of expected cost savings or expected revenues may be inaccurate.
Our operating results have been, and are expected to continue to be, difficult to continue to predict based on a number of factors that also will affect our long-term performance.
We expect our operating results to fluctuate significantly in the future based on a variety of factors, many of which are outside our control and difficult to predict. As a result, period-to-period comparisons of our operating results may not be a good indicator of our future or long-term performance. The following factors may affect us from period-to-period and may affect our long-term performance:
| ● | we may fail to successfully execute our business, marketing and other strategies; | |
| ● | our ability to grow complementary products and service offerings may be limited, which could negatively impact our growth rate and financial performance; | |
| ● | we may be unable to attract new customers and/or retain existing customers; | |
| ● | we will require additional capital to finance strategic investments and operations, pursue business objectives and respond to business opportunities, challenges or unforeseen circumstances, and we cannot be sure that additional financing will be available; | |
| ● | our historical growth rates may not be reflective of our future growth; | |
| ● | our business and operating results may be significantly impacted by general economic conditions, the health of the U.S. aviation and data center industries and associated risks; | |
| ● | litigation or investigations involving us could result in material settlements, fines or penalties and may adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations; | |
| ● | existing or new adverse regulations or interpretations thereof applicable to the aviation and data center industries may restrict our ability to expand or to operate our business as intended and may expose us to fines and other penalties; | |
| ● | the occurrence of geopolitical events such as war, terrorism, civil unrest, political instability, environmental or climatic factors, natural disaster, pandemic or epidemic outbreak, public health crisis and general economic conditions may have an adverse effect on our business; | |
| ● | some of our potential losses may not be covered by insurance, and we may be unable to obtain or maintain adequate insurance coverage; and | |
| ● | we are potentially subject to taxation-related risks in multiple jurisdictions, and changes in tax laws could have a material adverse effect on our business, cash flow, results of operations or financial condition. |
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Our business is primarily focused on certain targeted geographic regions, making it vulnerable to risks associated with having geographically concentrated operations.
Our historic customer base is primarily concentrated in the southwestern region of the United States. As a result, our business, financial condition and results of operations are susceptible to regional economic downturns and other regional factors, including state regulations and budget constraints and severe weather conditions, catastrophic events or other disruptions. As we seek to expand in our existing markets, opportunities for growth within these regions will become more limited and the geographic concentration of our business may increase.
Our business and reputation rely on, and will continue to rely on, third parties.
We have relied on a third-party app developer to develop the initial versions of our app and we may continue to rely on third parties for future development of portions of any new or revised app. In place of a third-party app developer, we rely both on internal development and freelance contractors supervised by our Chief Technology Officer. We intend to continue to build our internal development team and to gradually decrease our reliance on external contractors for app development. If there were delays or complications in the further development of our app, this might result in difficulties that include, but are not limited to, the following:
| ● | Increased Development Costs: Extended development timelines can result in higher costs associated with personnel, software licenses, hardware, and other development resources. Delays may require additional investments to address technical issues, hire more personnel, or acquire additional technology or expertise to expedite the development process. These increased costs may negatively impact our financial performance and profitability. | |
| ● | Missed Time-to-Market Opportunities: Delays in app development may cause us to miss strategic market windows, limiting our ability to capture early adopters and gain a competitive advantage. Competitors may seize the opportunity to launch similar apps, potentially eroding our market share and diminishing our growth prospects. Our ability to generate revenue and establish a strong market presence may be compromised as a result. | |
| ● | Customer Dissatisfaction and Loss of Trust: If delays or complications prolong the release of new versions of our app, it may lead to customer frustration and disappointment. Use of the app may diminish, and users may turn to alternative solutions or competitors. Customer dissatisfaction can harm our reputation and brand image, resulting in a loss of trust and reducing customer loyalty and engagement with our products and services. | |
| ● | Negative Impact on Revenue and Financial Performance: A delay in launching revisions of our app or other software products may impact our revenue projections, financial forecasts, and investment plans. The inability to generate expected revenue streams can adversely affect our cash flow, profitability, and ability to meet financial obligations or raise additional capital. Our valuation and attractiveness to investors may also be negatively impacted. | |
| ● | Opportunity Costs and Competitive Disadvantage: Time spent on addressing delays and complications diverts management’s attention and resources away from other strategic initiatives or product developments. We may miss out on potential partnership opportunities, market expansions, or product enhancements, resulting in missed revenue and growth opportunities. Competitors may gain a competitive advantage over us. | |
| ● | Loss of Investor Confidence: Extended delays or ongoing complications may erode investor confidence in our ability to execute our business plan successfully. Investors may question our management’s capability, resulting in reduced investor interest, difficulty in raising funds, and a potential decline in our stock price. The loss of investor confidence can have broader implications for our overall financial stability and long-term viability. |
We also rely heavily on our existing operating partner, Cirrus, to maintain and operate our aircraft for charter services and we rely on third party operators when our clients book flights through our platform with those operators. The failure of these third parties to perform these roles properly may result in damage to our reputation, loss of clients, potential litigation and other costs. We may also experience delays, defects, errors, or other problems with their work that could have an adverse effect on our results and our ability to achieve profitability.
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We rely on third-party Internet, mobile, and other products and services to deliver our mobile and web applications and flight management system offerings to customers, and any disruption of, or interference with, our use of those services could adversely affect our business, financial condition, results of operations, and customers.
Our technology platform’s continuing and uninterrupted performance has been critical to our success. That platform is dependent on the performance and reliability of Internet, mobile, and other infrastructure services that are not under our control. While we have engaged reputable vendors to provide these products or services, we do not have control over the operations of the facilities or systems used by third-party providers. These facilities and systems may be vulnerable to damage or interruption from natural disasters, cybersecurity attacks, human error, terrorist attacks, power outages, pandemics, and similar events or acts of misconduct. In addition, any changes in one of our third-party service provider’s service levels may adversely affect our ability to meet the requirements of our customers. While we believe we have implemented reasonable backup and disaster recovery plans, we have experienced, and expect that in the future we will experience, interruptions, delays and outages in service and availability from time to time due to a variety of factors, including infrastructure changes, human or software errors, website hosting disruptions, capacity constraints, or external factors beyond our control. Sustained or repeated system failures would reduce the attractiveness of our offerings and could disrupt our customers’ businesses. It may become increasingly difficult to maintain and improve our performance, especially during peak usage times, as we expand our products and service offerings. Any negative publicity or user dissatisfaction arising from these disruptions could harm our reputation and brand, may adversely affect the usage of our offerings, and could harm our business, financial condition and results of operation.
We rely on third parties maintaining open marketplaces to distribute our mobile and web applications.
The success of CharterGPT relies in part on third parties maintaining open marketplaces, including the Apple App Store and Google Play, which make our app available for download. We cannot be assured that the marketplaces through which we distribute CharterGPT will maintain their current structures or that such marketplaces will not charge us fees to list CharterGPT for download.
We may be unable to adequately protect our intellectual property interests or may be found infringing on the intellectual property interests of others.
Our intellectual property may include trademarks, domain names, website, mobile and web applications, software (including our proprietary algorithms and data analytics engines), copyrights, trade secrets, and inventions (whether or not patentable). We believe that our intellectual property plays an important role in protecting our brand and the competitiveness of our business. If we do not adequately protect our intellectual property, our brand and reputation may be adversely affected and our ability to compete effectively may be impaired.
We protect our intellectual property through a combination of trademarks, domain names and other measures. We have registered our trademarks and domain names that we currently use in the United States. Our efforts may not be sufficient or effective. Further, we may be unable to prevent competitors from acquiring trademarks or domain names that are similar to or diminish the value of our intellectual property. In addition, it may be possible for other parties to copy or reverse engineer our applications or other technology offerings. Moreover, our proprietary algorithms, data analytics engines, or other software or trade secrets may be compromised by third parties or our employees, which could cause us to lose any competitive advantage we may have from them.
In addition, our business is subject to the risk of third parties infringing our intellectual property. We may not always be successful in securing protection for, or identifying or stopping infringements of, its intellectual property and we may need to resort to litigation in the future to enforce our rights in this regard. Any such litigation could result in significant costs and a diversion of resources. Further, such enforcement efforts may result in a ruling that our intellectual property rights are unenforceable.
Moreover, companies in the aviation and technology industries are frequently subject to litigation based on allegations of intellectual property infringement, misappropriation, or other violations. As we expand and raise our profile, the likelihood of intellectual property claims being asserted against us grows. Further, we may acquire or introduce new technology offerings, which may increase our exposure to patent and other intellectual property claims. Any intellectual property claims asserted against us, whether or not having any merit, could be time-consuming and expensive to settle or litigate. If we are unsuccessful in defending such a claim, we may be required to pay substantial damages or could be subject to an injunction or agree to a settlement that may prevent us from using our intellectual property or making our offerings available to customers. Some intellectual property claims may require us to seek a license to continue our operations, and those licenses may not be available on commercially reasonable terms or may significantly increase our operating expenses. If we are unable to procure a license, we may be required to develop non-infringing technological alternatives, which could require significant time and expense. Any of these events could adversely affect our business, financial condition, or operations.
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A delay or failure to identify and devise, invest in and implement certain important technology, business, and other initiatives could have a material impact on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
In order to operate our business, achieve our goals, and remain competitive, we continuously seek to identify and devise, invest in, implement and pursue technology, business and other important initiatives, such as those relating to aircraft fleet structuring, data centers, business processes, information technology, initiatives seeking to ensure high quality service experience, and others.
Our legacy business, and intended future business, is characterized by changing technology, introductions and enhancements of products and services, and shifting customer demands, including technology preferences. Our future growth and financial performance will depend in part upon our ability to develop, market and integrate new services and to accommodate the latest technological advances and customer preferences. In addition, the introduction of new technologies or services that compete with our products and services could result in our revenues decreasing over time. If we are unable to upgrade the products and services we offer with the latest technological advances in a timely manner, or at all, our business, financial condition and results of operations could suffer.
We are dependent on our information systems which may be vulnerable to cyber-attacks or other events.
Our operations are dependent on our information systems and the information collected, processed, stored, and handled by these systems. We rely heavily on our computer systems to manage our client account balances, booking, pricing, processing and other processes. We receive, retain, and transmit certain confidential information, including personally identifiable information that our clients provide. In addition, for these operations, we depend in part on the secure transmission of confidential information over public networks to charter operators. Our information systems are subject to damage or interruption from power outages, facility damage, computer and telecommunications failures, computer viruses, security breaches, including credit card or personally identifiable information breaches, coordinated cyber-attacks, vandalism, catastrophic events and human error. If our platform is hacked, these funds could be at risk of being stolen which would damage our reputation and, likely, our business. Any significant disruption or cyber-attacks on our information systems, particularly those involving confidential information being accessed, obtained, damaged, or used by unauthorized or improper persons, could harm our reputation and expose us to regulatory or legal actions and adversely affect our business and financial results.
Because our software could be used to collect and store personal information, privacy concerns in the jurisdictions in which we operate could result in additional costs and liabilities to us or inhibit sales of our software.
The regulatory framework for privacy issues worldwide is rapidly evolving and is likely to remain uncertain for the foreseeable future. Many government bodies and agencies have adopted or are considering adopting laws and regulations regarding the collection, use, storage and disclosure of personal information and breach notification procedures. We are also required to comply with laws, rules and regulations relating to data security. Interpretation of these laws, rules and regulations and their application to our products and services in applicable jurisdictions is ongoing and cannot be fully determined at this time. In the United States, for example, rules and regulations promulgated under the authority of the Federal Trade Commission, the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (the “CCPA”) and other state and federal laws relate to privacy and data security. By way of example, the CCPA requires covered businesses to provide new disclosures to California residents, provide them new ways to opt-out of certain disclosures of personal information, and allows for a new cause of action for data breaches. It includes a framework that includes potential statutory damages and private rights of action. There is some uncertainty as to how privacy laws could impact our business as such laws are interpreted. In expanding our operations, compliance with privacy laws may increase our operating costs.
Changes to applicable tax laws and regulations or exposure to additional income tax liabilities could affect our business and future profitability.
We are a U.S. corporation and thus subject to U.S. corporate income tax on our worldwide income. Further, since our operations and customers are located throughout the United States, we are subject to various U.S. state and local taxes. U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax laws, policies, statutes, rules, regulations or ordinances could be interpreted, changed, modified or applied adversely to us and may have an adverse effect on our business and future profitability.
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For example, several tax proposals have been set forth that would, if enacted, make significant changes to U.S. tax laws. Congress may consider, and could include, some or all of these proposals in connection with tax reform that may be undertaken. It is unclear whether these or similar changes will be enacted and, if enacted, how soon any such changes could take effect. The passage of any legislation as a result of these proposals and other similar changes in U.S. federal income tax laws could adversely affect our business and future profitability.
In the event that our business expands domestically or internationally, including to jurisdictions in which tax laws may not be favorable, our obligations may change or fluctuate, become significantly more complex or become subject to greater risk of examination by taxing authorities, any of which could adversely affect our after-tax profitability and financial results.
In the event that our business expands domestically or internationally, our effective tax rates may fluctuate widely in the future. Future effective tax rates could be affected by operating losses in jurisdictions where no tax benefit can be recorded under U.S. GAAP, changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities, or changes in tax laws. Factors that could materially affect our future effective tax rates include, but are not limited to: (a) changes in tax laws or the regulatory environment, (b) changes in accounting and tax standards or practices, (c) changes in the composition of operating income by tax jurisdiction and (d) pre-tax operating results of our business.
Additionally, we may be subject to significant income, withholding, and other tax obligations in the United States and may become subject to taxation in numerous additional U.S. state and local and non-U.S. jurisdictions with respect to income, operations and subsidiaries related to those jurisdictions. Our after-tax profitability and financial results could be subject to volatility or be affected by numerous factors, including (a) the availability of tax deductions, credits, exemptions, refunds and other benefits to reduce tax liabilities, (b) changes in the valuation of deferred tax assets and liabilities, if any, (c) the expected timing and amount of the release of any tax valuation allowances, (d) the tax treatment of stock-based compensation, (e) changes in the relative amount of earnings subject to tax in the various jurisdictions, (f) the potential business expansion into, or otherwise becoming subject to tax in, additional jurisdictions, (g) changes to existing intercompany structure (and any costs related thereto) and business operations, (h) the extent of intercompany transactions and the extent to which taxing authorities in relevant jurisdictions respect those intercompany transactions, and (i) the ability to structure business operations in an efficient and competitive manner. Outcomes from audits or examinations by taxing authorities could have an adverse effect on our after-tax profitability and financial condition. Additionally, the IRS and several foreign tax authorities have increasingly focused attention on intercompany transfer pricing with respect to sales of products and services and the use of intangibles. Tax authorities could disagree with our intercompany charges, cross-jurisdictional transfer pricing or other matters and assess additional taxes. If we do not prevail in any such disagreements, our profitability may be affected.
Our after-tax profitability and financial results may also be adversely affected by changes in relevant tax laws and tax rates, treaties, regulations, administrative practices and principles, judicial decisions and interpretations thereof, in each case, possibly with retroactive effect.
Our ability to utilize net operating loss and tax credit carryforwards to offset future taxable income may be subject to certain limitations.
In general, under Section 382 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, a corporation that undergoes an “ownership change” is subject to limitations on its ability to use its pre-change net operating loss carryforwards (“NOLs”) to offset future taxable income. The limitations apply if a corporation undergoes an “ownership change,” which is generally defined as a greater than 50 percentage point change (by value) in our equity ownership by certain stockholders over a three year period. If we experience such an ownership change, we may be subject to limitations on our ability to utilize our existing NOLs and other tax attributes to offset taxable income or tax liability. In addition, future changes in our stock ownership, which may be outside of our control, may trigger an ownership change. Similar provisions of state tax law may also apply to limit our use of accumulated state tax attributes. As a result, even if we earn net taxable income in the future, our ability to use our pre-change NOL carryforwards and other tax attributes to offset such taxable income or tax liability may be subject to limitations, which could potentially result in increased future income tax liability.
Our primary assets include our direct and indirect interests in our subsidiaries and, accordingly, we are dependent upon distributions from our subsidiaries to pay taxes and cover our corporate and other overhead expenses.
We have historically operated as holding company with minimal assets other than our direct and indirect equity interests in our subsidiaries. We currently do not have any independent means of generating revenue. To the extent our operating subsidiaries have available cash, we cause our subsidiaries to make distributions of cash to pay taxes, cover our corporate and other overhead expenses, and otherwise fund our commitments. To the extent that we need funds and our subsidiaries fail to generate sufficient cash flow to distribute funds to us or are restricted from making such distributions or payments under applicable law or regulation or under the terms of their financing arrangements, or are otherwise unable to provide such funds, our liquidity and financial condition could be materially adversely affected.
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We have made a significant investment in the sponsor of a blank check company commonly referred to as a special purpose acquisition company (“SPAC”) and will suffer the loss of all of our investment if the SPAC does not complete an initial business combination by April 6, 2027.
In July 2025, we made a capital contribution of approximately $2.7 million in AIIA Sponsor Ltd. (“Sponsor”), that served as the sponsor of AI Acquisition. The capital contribution was made to fund, in part, Sponsor’s purchase of private placement units comprised of Class A ordinary shares and rights to receive additional Class A ordinary shares of AI Acquisition as part of the sponsorship of AI Acquisition. We own an approximate 49.9% interest in the Sponsor, and in turn the Sponsor owns approximately 25% of the outstanding ordinary shares of AI Acquisition.
There is no assurance that AI Acquisition will be successful in completing a business combination or that any business combination will be successful. We could lose our entire investment in Sponsor if a business combination is not completed by April 6, 2027 (unless AI Acquisition receives shareholder approval of an extension to the business combination deadline), or if the business combination is not successful, which would materially adversely impact our shareholder value.
Our use of fair value accounting of our indirect investment in AI Acquisition could result in income statement volatility, which in turn, could cause significant market price and trading volume fluctuations for our common stock.
Our beneficial interest in AII Acquisition is recorded at fair value with changes in fair value being recorded in the consolidated statement of operations during the period of change. Our management makes a significant judgment and assumption that a business combination is more than likely to occur, on the premise that historical statistical data indicates a significant percentage of special purpose acquisition companies accomplishes a business combination. The fair value calculation of our beneficial interest in AI Acquisition ordinary shares and rights is dependent on company-specific adjustments applied to the observable trading prices of AI Infrastructure’s ordinary shares and public rights. We rely on an independent valuation specialist who estimates that a discount of 25% sufficiently captures the risk or profit that a market participant would require as compensation for assuming the inherent risk of forfeiture if a business combination does not occur and the lack of marketability of our beneficial interest in Sponsor. We classify the investment in AI Acquisition as Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy due to the unobservable input of the company-specific adjustment. However, we can lose our entire investment if a business combination is not completed by April 6, 2027 (unless AI Acquisition receives shareholder approval of an extension to the business combination deadline), or if the business combination is not successful. Additionally, the fair value of the investment must be remeasured quarterly. Because of this, our earnings may experience greater volatility in the future as a decline in the fair value of our investment in AI Acquisition could significantly reduce both our earnings and shareholders’ equity, which in turn, could cause significant market price and trading volume fluctuations for our securities.
Our failure to attract and retain highly qualified personnel in the future could harm our business.
We believe that our future success will depend in large part on our ability to retain or attract highly qualified management, technical and other personnel. We may not be successful in retaining key personnel or in attracting other highly qualified personnel. If we are unable to retain or attract significant numbers of qualified management and other personnel, we may not be able to grow and expand our business.
Risks Related to Our Legacy Charter Business Operating Environment
Demand for our aviation services may decline due to factors beyond our control.
Like other charter aviation companies, our business is affected by factors beyond our control, including air traffic congestion at airports, airport slot restrictions, air traffic control inefficiencies, fuel costs, availability of pilots, maintenance costs, natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, increased and changing security measures, changing regulatory and governmental requirements, new or changing travel-related taxes, terrorism or the outbreak of disease. Demand for private jet charters may be negatively impacted by any of these or other factors affecting air travel generally. If charter travel remains in a general decline for a significant period of time, we may be unable to compete with more established operators and may not be able to achieve profitability in the medium term or at all.
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More broadly, business jet travel is highly correlated to the performance of the economy, and an economic downturn, such as the current economic environment, which has been adversely affected by high rates of inflation, increasing interest rates, and low consumer sentiment, is likely to have a direct impact on the use of business jets. Our clients may consider private air travel to be a luxury item, especially when compared to commercial air travel. As a result, any economic downturn that has an adverse effect on consumer spending habits could cause them to travel less frequently and, to the extent they travel, to travel using commercial air carriers or other means considered to be more economical than private air charter travel.
In the United States, the federal government singularly controls all U.S. airspace, and aviation operators are dependent on the FAA to operate that airspace in a safe, efficient and affordable manner. The air traffic control system, which is operated by the FAA, faces challenges in managing the growing demand for U.S. air travel. U.S. air-traffic controllers often rely on outdated technologies that routinely overwhelm the system and compel aviation operators to fly inefficient, indirect routes resulting in delays and increased operational cost. In addition, Congress has previously considered implementing regulations that could potentially lead to the privatization of the United States’ air traffic control system, which could adversely affect our business.
Any factors that cause the demand for private jet travel to decline may also result in delays that could reduce the attractiveness of private air charter travel versus other means of transportation, particularly for shorter distance travel, which represents our primary market currently. Delays increase operating costs and decrease revenues in addition to frustrating passengers, which could affect our reputation and potentially reduce fleet utilization and charter bookings as a result of flight cancellations. We may experience decreased demand, as well as a loss of reputation, in the event of an accident involving an aircraft booked through our platform or any actual or alleged misuse of our platform by customers in violation of law. Demand for our services may also decline due to actions that increase the cost of private air charter travel versus other forms of transportation, particularly efforts aimed at addressing climate change such as carbon tax initiatives or other actions. Any of the foregoing circumstances or events which reduced the demand for private jet charters could negatively impact our ability to establish our business and achieve profitability. These circumstances or events may affect us to a greater degree than our competitors, who may be able to recover more quickly. Any general reduction in passenger traffic could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition.
We face a high level of competition with numerous market participants with greater financial resources and operating experience.
The private air travel industry is extraordinarily competitive. Factors that affect competition in this industry include price, reliability, safety, regulations, professional reputation, aircraft availability, equipment and quality, consistency and ease of service, willingness and ability to serve specific airports or regions, and investment requirements. We compete against private jet charter and fractional jet companies as well as business jet charter companies. Both the private jet charter companies and the business jet charter companies have numerous competitive advantages that enable them to attract customers. Our access to a smaller aircraft fleet and regional focus puts us at a competitive disadvantage, particularly with respect to our appeal to business travelers who want to travel overseas.
Generally, fractional private jet companies and many business jet charter companies have access to larger fleets of aircraft and have greater financial resources, which would permit them to more effectively service customers. Due to our relatively small size, we are more susceptible to their competitive activities, which could prevent us from attaining the level of business required to sustain profitable operations.
Prior consolidation in the industry, and increased consolidation in the future could further intensify the competitive environment we face. There can be no assurance that our competitors will not be successful in capturing a share of our present or potential customer base. The materialization of any of these risks could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
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The operation of aircraft is subject to various risks, and failure to maintain an acceptable safety record may have an adverse impact on our ability to obtain and retain customers.
The operation of aircraft is subject to various risks, including catastrophic disasters, crashes, mechanical failures and collisions, which may result in loss of life, personal injury and/or damage to property and equipment. Private charters booked utilizing our services may experience accidents in the future. These risks could endanger the safety of our customers, personnel, third parties, equipment, cargo and other property, as well as the environment. If any of these events were to occur, we could experience loss of revenue, termination of customer contracts, higher insurance rates, litigation, regulatory investigations and enforcement actions (including potential grounding of the fleet we utilize and suspension or revocation of operating authorities) and damage to our reputation and customer relationships. In addition, to the extent an accident occurs with an aircraft we charter, we could be held liable for resulting damages, which may involve claims from injured passengers and survivors of deceased passengers. There can be no assurance that the amount of our insurance coverage available in the event of such losses would be adequate to cover such losses, or that we would not be forced to bear substantial losses from such events, regardless of our insurance coverage.
Moreover, any aircraft accident or incident, even if fully insured, and whether involving us or other private aircraft operators, could create a public perception that we offer less safe or less reliable charter options than other private aircraft operators, which could cause customers to lose confidence and switch to other private aircraft operators or other means of transportation. In addition, any aircraft accident or incident, whether involving us or other private aircraft operators, could also affect the public’s view of industry safety, which may reduce the amount of trust by customers.
We incur considerable costs through the monthly management fee paid to Cirrus to maintain the quality of safety and programs training programs as well as the aircraft fleet we utilize. We cannot guarantee that these costs will not increase. Likewise, we cannot guarantee that our efforts will provide an adequate level of safety or an acceptable safety record. If the fleet we utilize does not maintain an acceptable safety record, we may not be able to retain existing customers or attract new customers, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
If efforts to continue to build a strong brand identity and improve member satisfaction and loyalty are not successful, we may not be able to attract or retain members, and our operating results may be adversely affected.
We must continue to build and maintain strong brand identity for our products and services, which have expanded over time. We believe that strong brand identity will continue to be important in attracting members. If our efforts to promote and maintain our brand are not successful, our operating results and our ability to attract customers may be adversely affected. From time to time, our customers may express dissatisfaction with our products and service offerings, in part due to factors that could be outside of our control, such as the timing and availability of aircraft and service interruptions driven by prevailing political, regulatory, or natural conditions. To the extent dissatisfaction with our products and services is widespread or not adequately addressed, our brand may be adversely impacted and our ability to attract and retain customers may be adversely affected. With respect to our planned expansion into additional markets, we will also need to establish our brand and, to the extent we are not successful, our business in new markets may be adversely impacted.
Any failure to offer high-quality customer support may harm our relationships with our customers and could adversely affect our reputation, brand, business, financial condition and results of operations.
Through our marketing, advertising, and communications with our customers, we strive to set the tone for our brand as aspirational but also within reach. We strive to create high levels of customer satisfaction through the experience provided by our team and representatives. The ease and reliability of our offerings, including our ability to provide high-quality customer support, helps us attract and retain customers. Our ability to provide effective and timely support is largely dependent on our ability to attract and retain skilled employees who can support our customers and are sufficiently knowledgeable about our products and services. As we continue to grow our business and improve our platform, we will face challenges related to providing quality support at an increased scale. Any failure to provide efficient customer support, or a market perception that we do not maintain high-quality support, could adversely affect our reputation, brand, business, financial condition and results of operations.
Changes in laws or regulations affecting the aviation industry, or a failure to comply with any such laws or regulations, may adversely affect our business, investments and results of operations.
We are subject to laws and regulations enacted by national, regional and local governments. Our business is subject to significant regulation by the FAA, the TSA as well as “know your customer” obligations and other laws and regulations. The laws and regulations concerning the selling of our products or services may change. If such changes occur, then our products or services may no longer be profitable. In addition, we are required to comply with certain SEC and other legal requirements. Compliance with, and monitoring of, applicable laws and regulations may be difficult, time consuming and costly. Those laws and regulations and their interpretation and application may also change from time to time and those changes could have a material adverse effect on our business, investments and results of operations. In addition, a failure to comply with applicable laws or regulations, as interpreted and applied, could have a material adverse effect on our business and our results of operations.
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Risks Related to the flyExclusive Transactions and Us after the Closing of the Transactions
The proposed Transactions with flyExclusive may not be completed on the terms or timeline currently contemplated, or at all.
The consummation of the proposed Transactions is subject to numerous conditions, including (1) the effectiveness of the registration statement on Form S-4 filed by flyExclusive with the SEC in connection with the Transactions, (2) the approval by our stockholders of the Transactions, and (3) other customary closing conditions. There can be no assurance that the Transactions will be consummated. If the Transactions are not completed for any reason, the price of shares of our common stock may decline to the extent that the market price of shares of our common stock reflects, or previously reflected positive market assumptions that the Transactions would be completed, and the related benefits would be realized. In addition, we have expended and will continue to expend significant management time and resources and have incurred and will continue to incur significant expenses due to legal, advisory, printing and financial services fees related to the Transactions. These expenses must be paid regardless of whether the Transactions are consummated.
In the proposed Transactions with flyExclusive, we will divest substantially all of our fractional and jet card business and related assets, together with associated working capital and thereafter adopt a business strategy that focuses on expanding our AI data-center operations. Any or all of these decisions if incorrect may have a material adverse effect on the results of our operations, financial position and cash flows, and pose further risks to the successful operation of our business over the short and long-term.
There are substantial risks associated with divesting a portion of our legacy assets and operations in the proposed Transactions with flyExclusive and thereafter focusing primarily upon on opportunities in the AI sector, including the loss of working capital and the loss of revenue associated with divesting our aviation centric assets. After the proposed Transactions are consummated, our management expects to focus on opportunities in the AI data center sector, or that are complementary to that sector, and leverage our remaining assets in that process. While our management team has experience in the software development and artificial intelligence sectors (including from our existing booking platform app) there is no guarantee that our chosen strategy will be successful. Further, our business operations after the Transactions will be significantly dependent on our ability to further penetrate the AI data center sector and identify and execute upon business opportunities that are complementary to that sector, and the future market acceptance and sale of our existing or new AI data center-focused applications, and implementing our business model, which, in some cases are neither fully developed nor in qualification stages. There can be no assurance that we will be successful in addressing these or any other significant risks we may encounter after the divestment of certain assets to flyExclusive or the expansion of our AI data center-focused strategy.
The AI data center sector in which we expect to primarily focus after the Transactions is subject to significant risks, including rapid growth and volatility, capital requirements, dependence on rapidly changing underling technologies, market and political risks and uncertainties and extreme competition. We cannot guarantee that we will be able to anticipate or overcome any or all of these risks and uncertainties, especially as a small company operating in an environment that includes many large, well-capitalized competitors with substantially more resources.
Developing and then commercializing AI data center-focused technologies, services and products is subject to significant barriers to entry and operational fluctuations. In order to become and then remain competitive, we will incur substantial costs associated with research and development, qualification, prototype production capacity and sales and marketing activities in connection with our products and services. We may also need to acquire new assets, or enter new agreements, to facilitate our entry into certain opportunities in the greater AI data center sector. In addition, the rapidly changing industry, the length of time between developing and introducing a product to market, frequent changing customer (or market driven) specifications for apps and products, customer cancellations of products and general down cycles in the industry, among other things, make our future prospects difficult to evaluate. As a result of these factors, it is possible that we may not (i) generate sufficient positive cash flow from operations; (ii) raise funds through the issuance of equity, equity-linked or convertible debt securities; or (iii) otherwise have sufficient capital resources to meet our future capital or liquidity needs. There are no guarantees we will be able to generate additional financial resources beyond our existing balances.
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We may not achieve some or all of the expected benefits of the Transactions, and the Transactions may adversely impact our business.
We may not realize the strategic, financial, operational or other benefits from the Transactions that we hope to achieve. We are seeking to divest certain assets and operations that have historically operated at a net loss, and thereafter primarily focus on the AI data center sector while leveraging certain remaining intellectual property and software assets and expertise. We cannot predict with certainty if or when anticipated benefits from the Transactions will occur or the extent to which they will be achieved. Following the completion of the Transactions, our operational and financial profile will change, and we will face new risks. Following the completion of the Transactions, we will initially be a smaller and less-diversified company compared to our company prior to the Transactions, and, may be more vulnerable to changing market conditions. The business opportunities that we expect to pursue will likely require us to identify and execute on additional sources of liquidity and are in industries or business sectors where we face barriers to entry and competition. While we believe that the Transactions will allow us to focus on business opportunities on which we can more readily scale and capitalize, we cannot assure you that following the Transactions we will be able to successfully identify any such opportunities or effect and capitalize on those business opportunities.
Particularly after the Transactions, our success will be dependent on our ability to successfully develop (or acquire interests in) new services, platforms and solutions that utilize AI and enhance or complement our existing services, platforms and solutions, and market acceptance of these offerings.
Although we will retain various software and intellectual property assets after the Transactions and continue to offer our existing apps that utilize AI, the software and AI industries are characterized by rapid technological change, evolving industry standards, changing customer preferences, new product and service introductions and the emergence of new developers and vendors with lean cost and flexible cost models. Our future success will depend on our ability to successfully develop services, platforms and solutions that utilize AI and/or attract AI-oriented businesses that build upon or differ from our legacy aircraft fractional, jet card and management operations and keep pace with changes in our addressable markets, and the acceptance of these services, platforms and solutions by existing and target customers. We cannot guarantee that we will be successful in developing new applications, services, platforms and solutions, addressing evolving technologies on a timely or cost-effective basis or, if these services, platforms and solutions are developed, that we will be successful in the marketplace. We also cannot guarantee that we will be able to compete effectively with new developers or vendors offering lean cost and flexible cost models, or that products, services or technologies developed by others will not render our services, platforms and solutions non-competitive or obsolete. Our failure to address these developments could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition.
The Transactions could give rise to disputes or other unfavorable effects, which could materially and adversely affect our business, financial position or results of operations.
After the Transactions, we will have decreased working capital and will have divested certain of our revenue producing assets and operations. However, we will continue to own and operate certain other of our legacy assets and continue to have operational expenses and overhead (including the costs and expenses associated with being a publicly reporting company with a class of securities listed on Nasdaq), of both a nonrecurring and a recurring nature, and certain of these expenses and costs are related to arrangements made between us and certain of our existing vendors and strategic partners. Disputes with third parties could also arise out of these transactions, and we could experience unfavorable reactions to any separation from employees, financing partners or other interested parties. These increased expenses, changes to operations, disputes with third parties or other effects could materially and adversely affect our business, financial position or results of operations.
Risks Related to Our Anticipated Data Center Operations
Our focus on the development of data centers, and provision of AI data center services represents an evolving business model and strategy.
We began transitioning our focus into the AI data center market in the second quarter of 2025, which represents a significant evolution in our business strategy. As AI solutions become more widely available, we expect services and products related to such assets to continue to evolve, and we expect that our business model will also need to evolve. Our expansion and focus on the AI data center industry may take longer or be more expensive than we currently anticipate as a result of evolving market conditions, technological developments, customer requirements, our evolving business model or otherwise, and any such expansion may also have an impact on our ongoing private charter business. Factors including inflation, tariffs, and interest rates may all impact the amount of capital required and the terms upon which we can obtain such capital. We will continue to review our expansion plans in light of such factors, and our expansion plans may be delayed or may change as a result. There is no assurance that our expansion into AI data center operations, and any other changes in our business model or modifications to our strategy, will be successful or that they will not result in harm to our business. Even if successful, such changes and modifications may increase the complexity of our business and place significant strain on our management, personnel, operations, systems, technical performance, financial resources and internal financial control and reporting functions.
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Moreover, we may not be able to manage growth effectively, which could damage our reputation, limit our growth and adversely affect our operating results. As a result, we are subject to many risks common to growing companies, including under-capitalization, cash shortages, limitations concerning personnel, financial and other resources and lack of revenues and limited profitability or losses. Further, we cannot provide any assurance that we will successfully identify all emerging trends and growth opportunities within the AI data center market or other markets we seek to expand into, and we may lose out on such opportunities. Any of the foregoing could have a material adverse effect on our business, prospects, results of operations and financial condition.
Our AI data center services strategy may take significant time and expenditure to implement, and our efforts may not be successful
Our growth strategy includes expanding and diversifying our revenue sources into new markets, and we are continuing to attempt to diversify into the AI data center market pursuant to that strategy. The continued development of our existing projects and planned facilities to implement that strategy is subject to various factors beyond our control. There may be difficulties in integrating new equipment into existing infrastructure, constraints on our ability to connect to or procure the expected electricity supply capacity at facilities, defects in design, construction or installed equipment, diversion of management resources, insufficient funding or other resource constraints. Actual costs for development may exceed our planned budget. In particular, our ability to utilize existing data centers could be challenging and may require retrofits, alterations or other custom designed solutions to enable the operating environment to function for our requirements, which may not be possible or may be cost prohibitive.
We intend to execute on our growth strategy in part by acquiring and developing data center sites, taking into account a number of important characteristics such as availability of energy, electrical infrastructure and related costs, geographic location and the local regulatory environment. We may have difficulty finding sites that satisfy our requirements at a commercially viable price or our timing requirements. Furthermore, there may be significant competition for suitable data center sites, and government regulators, including local permitting officials, may restrict our ability to set up data center operations in certain locations.
In addition, our ability to complete the purchase of sites may ultimately fail due to factors beyond our control (for example, due to non-fulfilment of contractual conditions precedent and default or non-performance by counterparties). In addition, estimated power availability at sites secured could be materially less than initially expected, available too late, delayed, or not available in each case whether at sustainable cost or at all. Furthermore, the ability to secure connection agreements to access such power sources and permits, approvals and/or licenses to construct and operate our facilities could be delayed by regulatory approval processes, may not be successful or may be cost prohibitive.
Development and construction delays, increased development and construction costs, cost overruns, changes in market circumstances, availability and cost of construction materials, environmental or community constraints, an inability to find suitable and feasible data center locations as part of our expansion and other factors may adversely affect our growth plans as well as our operations, financial position and financial performance. We will continue to review our growth strategy expansion plans in light of evolving market conditions. Any such delays, and any failure to execute on our growth strategy and expansion plans, could adversely impact our business, financial condition, cash flows and results of operations.
In the AI and data center sector our business model is expected to rely significantly on other companies to enter into joint ventures with us for data center projects. Therefore, our results are subject to the additional risks associated with the financial condition, operational expertise and priorities of our joint venture partners.
The success of projects held under joint ventures that are not operated by us are substantially dependent on the joint venture partner, over which we have limited or no control. Our interests in the Midwest data center project and the Maritime data center project are subject to our joint venture arrangement with Consensus Core and we do not have full management control over those projects. We expect that other projects that we pursue will also be with joint venture partners. Although our joint venture agreement provides certain voting rights and other minority-interest safeguards, the majority partner and/or operator not only manages operations, but controls most decisions, including budgets and scope and pace of exploration and other activities. Consequently, we are dependent on the operational expertise and financial condition of our joint venture partners, as well as their priorities. Therefore, as it relates to the data center projects that we joint venture, our results are (and will be) subject to the additional risks associated with the financial condition, operational expertise and priorities of our joint venture partners, which could have a material adverse effect on our financial position or results of operations.
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Our increased focus on the AI data center market may not be successful and may result in adverse consequences to our business, results of operations and financial condition.
Our growth strategy includes expanding and diversifying our revenue sources into new markets, and we are continuing to attempt to diversify into the broader AI data center market sector pursuant to that strategy. In particular, we are utilizing certain existing infrastructure and intend to build out new infrastructure to develop and offer data center services to a broad range of customers for a variety of applications, which may include scientific research, engineering, rendering, machine learning, and other AI cloud service providers. We believe our future success will depend in part on our ability to execute on our growth strategy and expand into new markets.
We have limited experience in developing and offering AI data center services, or acquiring the relevant components to develop an offering of such services for customers in various industries and markets. We may experience difficulties with infrastructure development or modification, engineering, product design, product development, marketing or certification, which could result in excessive research and development expenses and capital expenditure, delays or prevent us from developing and offering data center services at all. For example, we may need to make modifications to existing data centers, or modify the design of new data centers, in order to meet customer requirements for services or provide a competitive offering of services. Any such modifications (if possible at all) may involve significant capital expenditures, and may result in increased cost of our facilities, delays in our development and construction schedules for our new facilities, or outages at existing data centers. Further, any such modifications could adversely impact the performance of our data centers, including cooling systems and electrical performance, among others. Our focus on developing and offering AI data center services may also disrupt our business, divert our resources, and require significant management attention that would otherwise be available for utilization within and development of our existing business. It may also impact our energy strategy, including limiting our ability to curtail energy use and require a different strategy for hedging in the electricity markets in which we operate. Additionally, our ability to develop and offer AI data center services relies on third-party components for which there are limited suppliers, which require significant capital expenditure and may be difficult to procure given the current elevated demand. We may be unable to raise the required capital for the development and offer of AI data center services.
The market for AI data center services is driven in large part by demand for data center space capable of supporting graphics processing units (“GPUs”), server clusters, specialized or high-performance applications, and hosted software solutions which require fast and efficient data processing, and is characterized by rapid advances in technologies. It is difficult to predict the development of demand for AI data center services, the size and growth rate for this market, the entry of competitive products, or the success of any existing or future products that may compete with any services we may develop. There has been an increasing number of competitors providing AI data center services, which has resulted in increasing competition and pricing pressure that may cause us to reduce our pricing in order to remain competitive. Meanwhile, if there is a reduction in demand for any of these services, whether caused by a lack of customer acceptance, a slowdown in demand for computational power, an overabundance of unused computational power, advancements in technology, technological challenges, competing technologies and solutions, decreases in corporate and customer spending, weakening economic conditions or otherwise, it could result in reduced customer orders, early order cancellations, the loss of customers, or decreased sales, any of which would adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition.
Expansion of our business strategy into the AI data center market could increase competitive, operational, legal and regulatory risks to our business in ways we cannot predict.
As we continue to enter into the AI data center market, competitive, operational, legal and regulatory risks may be exacerbated as there is substantial uncertainty about the extent to which AI will result in changes that come with risks that we may not be able to anticipate, prevent, mitigate or remediate.
We will face new sources of competition, new business models and new customer relationships, and our competitors may be larger, have longer operating histories and significantly greater resources than we do. In order to be successful, we will need to cultivate new industry relationships and strengthen existing relationships to bring any new solutions and offerings to market, and the success of any services we develop will depend on many factors, including demand for those solutions, our ability to win and maintain customers, and the cost, performance and perceived value of any such services. As a result, there can be no assurance that any AI data center services we develop will be adopted by the market, or be profitable or viable. Our limited experience with respect to the provision of data center services could limit our ability to successfully execute on this growth strategy or adapt to market changes. If we are unsuccessful in continuing to develop and offer AI data center services, our business, results of operations and financial condition could be adversely affected. Further, an increased focus on AI data center services could displace or reduce our existing aircraft operations, which may adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition.
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Our investments in developing and offering AI data center services may result in new or enhanced governmental or regulatory scrutiny, litigation, confidentiality or security risks, ethical concerns or other complications that could adversely affect our business, reputation, results of operations or financial condition. The increasing focus on the risks and strategic importance of certain AI services, such as AI cloud services, and AI or machine learning technologies, has already resulted in regulatory restrictions that target products and services capable of enabling or facilitating AI and machine learning, and may in the future result in additional restrictions impacting any offerings we may develop, including AI cloud services and other solutions. Complying with multiple evolving laws, rules and regulations from different jurisdictions related to new solutions that we develop could increase our cost of doing business or may change the way that we operate in certain jurisdictions. We may not be able to adequately anticipate or respond to these evolving laws and regulations, and we may need to expend additional resources to adjust our offerings in certain jurisdictions if applicable legal frameworks are inconsistent across jurisdictions.
For example, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, Department of Justice, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued a joint statement on AI, demonstrating their interest in monitoring the development and use of automated systems and enforcement of their respective laws and regulations. Such regulatory frameworks, as well as developing regulatory guidance and judicial decisions in this area, may affect our use of AI and our ability to provide and to improve our products and solutions, require additional compliance measures and changes to our operations and processes, result in increased compliance costs and potential increases in civil claims against us and could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Furthermore, concerns regarding third-party use of AI for purposes contrary to governmental and societal interests, including concerns relating to the misuse of AI applications, models, and solutions, could result in restrictions on AI products. Any such restrictions could reduce the demand for our intended AI data center services, and negatively impact our business, financial condition and operating results, and damage our reputation.
It is also unclear how our status as an infrastructure provider for customers developing and deploying AI applications, as opposed to developing such applications ourselves, could affect the applicability of these existing or proposed regulatory frameworks and other restrictions with respect to any services we may offer from time to time. However, it is possible that such regimes will impose obligations on infrastructure providers, such as us, to oversee, monitor or restrict the use of AI systems that are trained or deployed on their systems, and/or to ensure compliance with such regulatory frameworks and other restrictions. If our customers violate existing or proposed regulatory regimes or other restrictions, or if they use our services for unlawful, harmful or non-compliant purposes, we could be subject to regulatory investigations, regulatory fines, reputational damage or contractual liability for any such actions, even if we do not control the customer applications. Further, AI data center customers increasingly are looking to pass through their regulatory obligations and other liabilities to their outsourced data center providers, and we may not be able to limit our liability or damages in an event of loss suffered by such customers whether as a result of our breach of an agreement or otherwise.
These competitive, operational, legal and regulatory risks are evolving and uncertain and could impact our business in ways we cannot predict. Any of the foregoing could limit our ability to expand our offering of AI data center services and continue to grow our business, which could have a material adverse effect on prospects, results of operations and financial condition.
Changing political and geopolitical conditions, including changing international trade policies and the implementation of wide-ranging, reciprocal and retaliatory tariffs, surtaxes and other similar import or export duties, or trade restrictions, could adversely impact our business, prospects, operations and financial performance, specifically as it relates to the development and provision of AI data center services.
Changes in political and geopolitical conditions may be difficult to predict and may adversely affect our business, prospects, operations and financial performance. For example, changes in political and geopolitical conditions may lead to changes in governmental policies, laws and regulations, including with respect to sanctions, taxes, tariffs, surtaxes and other similar import or export duties, import and export controls or restrictions, tariff rate quotas, and the general movement of goods, materials, services and capital, or may lead to uncertainty as to the potential for such changes. Our joint venture with Consensus Core involves our acquisition of equity interests in data centers located in Canada. Accordingly, our business, prospects, operations and financial condition may be significantly impacted by such changes in political and geopolitical conditions, and in particular by changes in international trade policies, including the imposition of tariffs, surcharges and other similar import or export duties, or trade restrictions including tariff rate quotas, as well as by uncertainty with respect to the potential for such changes.
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Our anticipated data center business is expected to have significant customer concentration.
We believe that we will generate a large portion of our revenue from our AI data center interests and operations from a small number of customers. There are inherent risks whenever a large percentage of total revenue is concentrated with a limited number of customers. If we were to lose one or more of our customers, our operating results could be materially adversely affected.
We expect that the limited number of customers will account for a high percentage of our revenue in the future. In addition, demand for our services generated by these customers may fluctuate significantly from quarter to quarter. The anticipated concentration of our customer base increases risks related to the financial condition of our customers, and the deterioration in financial condition of a single customer or the failure of a single customer to perform its obligations could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations and cash flow. In the event that any of our future customers experience a decline in their equipment usage for any reason, or decide to discontinue the use of our facilities, we may be compelled to lower our prices or risk losing a significant customer. Such developments could adversely affect our profit margins and financial position, leading to a negative impact on our revenue and operational results.
We may be unable to raise additional capital needed to fulfill our capital or liquidity needs or grow our business and achieve the expansion plans we have for the development and provision of AI data center services.
We will need to raise additional capital to pursue our planned and potential growth strategies (such as our expansion into the AI data center market), including to fund additional construction at existing or new sites / projects, to develop new sites to increase our data center capacity, and to fund the purchase of additional equipment to increase operating capacity, continue our development of AI data center services and potentially expand into new markets. In particular, constructing data center facilities for AI services requires significant capital expenditures when compared to capital expenditures for our legacy aircraft charter business.
We may seek to raise additional capital through future offerings of securities (including potentially convertible debt securities) that could rank senior to our shares of Common Stock upon our bankruptcy or liquidation or have various dividend preferences. An issuance of additional equity securities or securities with a right to convert into equity, such as convertible bonds or warrant bonds, could adversely affect the market price of our shares of Common Stock and would dilute the economic and voting interests of shareholders. We may be required to accept terms that restrict our ability to incur additional indebtedness or to take other actions including terms that require us to maintain specified liquidity or other ratios that could otherwise not be in the interests of our shareholders. As the timing and nature of any future offering would depend on market conditions and other factors beyond our control, it is not possible to predict or estimate the amount, timing, or nature of future offerings. Ultimately, we may not be able to obtain additional debt, equity or equity-linked financing, or other forms of financing, on favorable terms, if at all, which could impair our growth and our development of AI data center services, adversely affect our existing operations and requiring us to seek additional capital, sell assets or restructure or refinance our indebtedness. In addition, if the terms of additional financing are less favorable or require us to comply with more onerous covenants or restrictions, our business operations could be restricted. Any of the foregoing could adversely impact our financial condition, cash flows and results of operations.
We expect to continue to incur substantial capital expenditures to grow our AI data center services business.
Our growth strategy includes expanding and diversifying our revenue sources, including by entering the AI data center services market, as well as aiming to develop new products and services leveraging our eventual data center capacity and access to power.
As a result, we expect eventually to incur capital expenditures to acquire the hardware necessary to provide services related to our AI data center operations and to implement our growth plans. These costs may be substantial, and in some cases may also be unexpected. If we do not generate sufficient revenue from customers of our AI data center services, we may not realize the benefit of these capital expenditures. Further, there is no guarantee that such technology will be available to us, available on commercially acceptable terms, successfully implemented in our operations or achieve the expected operational performance. If we fail, this will hinder the ability to maintain competitive performance in compute-intensive applications and may have significant adverse impact on our results of operations and may delay or prevent the timely completion of our growth strategies and anticipated increases in data center capacity.
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Further, the price of new equipment and hardware, including GPUs, is subject to market fluctuations. Such fluctuations are influenced by factors including, supply and demand for such equipment. In the case of GPUs for AI services, current demand for NVIDIA GPUs and certain networking equipment far exceeds supply, impacting the price and availability of such hardware. As a result, the cost of new equipment has been and may in the future be unpredictable, and may also be significantly higher than our historical costs.
Supply chain and logistics issues for us, our contractors or our suppliers may frustrate or delay our expansion plans into the AI data center services market or increase the cost of constructing our infrastructure.
The equipment that we intend to use in developing and providing our AI data center operations is generally manufactured by third parties using a large amount of commodity inputs (for example, steel, copper, aluminum). Many manufacturing businesses globally are currently experiencing supply chain issues and increased costs with respect to such commodities and other materials and labor used in their production processes, which is due to a complex array of factors including increased demand from AI services, data center and other industries, and which can occur from time to time. Procurement from suppliers which manufacture equipment outside of North America is also exposed to additional risks such as regulatory changes (for example, a tariff or ban on equipment imported or exported from certain jurisdictions) and global freight disruptions. Additionally, shortages in global semiconductor chip supply may impact procurement timelines for equipment. Such issues may cause delays in the delivery of, or increases in the cost of, the equipment used in our operations, which could materially impact our operating results and may delay our expansion plans.
The delivery of equipment is subject to the fluctuations of supply and demand for air and sea freight, as well as the availability of local logistics companies, coupled with possible local congestion at key processing locations, such as airports or pickup warehouses. Additionally, there are inherent risks associated with transit, including potential damage, loss or theft of equipment. These logistical challenges could materially impact our operations, causing delays or losses in equipment delivery and potentially hindering our expansion plans.
In addition, public health crises, including an outbreak of an infectious disease, terrorist acts, and political or military conflict, such as the conflict in Ukraine, have increased the risks and costs of doing business abroad. Many of the manufacturers of the equipment we need to develop and expand our AI data center operations are located outside of the jurisdictions in which we have facilities and sites, necessitating international shipping to enable us to incorporate the equipment into our facilities. Political and economic instability have caused many businesses to experience logistics issues in the past resulting in delayed deliveries of equipment, which could occur again in the future. Supply chain disruptions may also occur from time to time due to a range of factors beyond our control, including, but not limited to, climate-related risks, seasonal and unseasonal weather events, shipping constraints (for example, blocked shipping canals or closure of shipyards), increased costs of labor, inflationary pressure, freight costs, industrial disputes, political or military blockades and raw material prices along with a shortage of qualified workers. Such supply chain disruptions can potentially cause material impacts to our operating performance and financial position if delivery of equipment for our facilities is delayed.
Any electricity outage, non-supply or limitation of electricity supply, including as a result of political pressures or regulations, or increase in electricity costs may result in material impacts to our AI data center services operations and financial performance.
The primary input of our AI data center operations will be electricity and we will rely on third parties, including utility providers, for the reliable and sufficient supply of electricity to our infrastructure. Our growth strategy includes the development and operation of AI data centers. There can be no assurance that utility providers will have the necessary infrastructure to deliver power that we may require to implement our development plans, or that we will be able to procure power from or contract with these third parties on commercially acceptable terms. Further, we may experience delays in procuring power due to various factors outside of our control. Even if we are able to procure the power that we may require to implement our development plans, the relevant utility providers may impose onerous conditions that may adversely impact the feasibility or economics of our facilities. Any of the foregoing could adversely impact our growth plans, result in delays, and/or result in additional capital expenditure and other costs with respect to the development of our facilities, which could have a material adverse impact on our business, financial performance, financial condition and results of operations.
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Further, we cannot guarantee that the third parties, including utility providers, that we rely on for the supply of electricity will be able to provide any electrical power at sufficient levels and consistently. As we increase our focus on and expand our AI data center services, we may add alternative sources of backup power supply in response to customer requirements or otherwise. These backup power supply arrangements may be costly to install and any use of such backup power supplies could also be costly. Non-supply or restrictions on the supply of, or our failure to procure sufficient electricity to ensure sufficient backup generation sources for our data centers, could adversely affect our operating performance and revenue by constraining the number of hardware that we can operate at any one time. This may adversely impact customers of the services we offer, for example by adversely impacting our ability to meet contractual requirements in respect of uptime, availability or performance. If we fail to meet such contractual requirements, our customers may have the right to terminate their contracts with us, which could lead to the loss of such customers and adversely impact business, financial performance, financial condition and results of operations. Moreover, electricity outages, or the perception that our data centers do not have adequate backup electricity generation, could adversely impact our ability to compete in the AI data center services market.
Our access to electricity, or sufficient electricity, may be affected by climate-related risks, severe weather, acts of God, natural and man-made disasters, political or market operator interventions, utility equipment failure or scheduled and unscheduled maintenance that results in electricity outages to the utility or broader electrical network facilities. These electricity outages may occur with little or no warning and be of unpredictable duration. Further, our counterparties may be unable to deliver the required amount of power for various technical, economic or political reasons. As the operation of data centers generally are energy-intensive and backup power generation may be expensive to procure, any backup electricity supplies may not be available or may not be available on commercially acceptable terms, or be sufficient to power some or all of our hardware in an affected location for the duration of the outage. Any such events, including any significant nonperformance by counterparties, could have a material adverse impact on our business, financial performance, financial condition and results of operations.
We may be affected by price fluctuations in the wholesale and retail power markets.
Our power arrangements may vary depending on the markets in which we operate, and comprise fixed and variable power prices, including arrangements that may contain price adjustment mechanisms in case of certain events. Furthermore, some portion of our power arrangements may be priced by reference to published index prices and, thus, reflect market movements outside of our control. A substantial increase in electricity costs could render the AI data center services we offer ineffective or not viable for us. Market prices for power, generation capacity and ancillary services are unpredictable. An increase in market prices for power, generation capacity or ancillary services may adversely affect our business, prospects, financial condition, and operating results. Long-term and short-term power prices may fluctuate substantially due to a variety of factors outside of our control, including, but not limited to:
| ● | increases and decreases in the supply and type of generation capacity; | |
| ● | instantaneous supply and demand balances; | |
| ● | changes in network and/or market regulator fees, programs and charges; | |
| ● | fuel costs; | |
| ● | commodity prices; | |
| ● | new generation technologies; | |
| ● | changes in power transmission constraints or inefficiencies; | |
| ● | climate-related risks and volatile weather conditions, particularly unusually hot or mild summers or unusually cold or warm winters, and other natural or man-made disasters, including the impacts of such on the demand or power; | |
| ● | technological shifts resulting in changes in the demand for power or in patterns of power usage, due to factors including increasing demand from data center operations as an industry, as well as the potential development of demand-side management tools, expansion and technological advancements in power storage capability and the development of new fuels or new technologies for the production or storage of power; | |
| ● | federal, state, local and foreign power, market and environmental policy, regulation and legislation; | |
| ● | changes in capacity prices and capacity markets; and | |
| ● | power market structure (for example, energy-only versus energy and capacity markets). |
Periodically, state legislatures may pass new laws that could affect our business—including through the regulation of energy prices. While we will aim to mitigate price disruptions (for example, we may, from time to time, seek to purchase electricity market derivatives or hedges to minimize wholesale price volatility), there is no guarantee that any such arrangements would be successful in mitigating volatility or increases in wholesale market prices. Increases and fluctuations in the cost of electricity we purchase could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial performance, financial condition and results of operations.
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Any delays or unexpected costs in the development of any new properties acquired for development may delay and harm our growth prospects, future operating results and financial condition.
We intend to build out data centers in the future at significant cost. Our successful development of these and future projects is subject to many risks, including those associated with:
| ● | delays in construction, or changes to the plans or specifications; | |
| ● | budget overruns, increased prices for raw materials or building supplies, or lack of availability and/or increased costs for specialized data center components, including long lead time items such as generators; | |
| ● | construction site accidents and other casualties; | |
| ● | financing availability, including our ability to obtain construction financing and permanent financing, or increases in interest rates or credit spreads; | |
| ● | labor availability, costs, disputes and work stoppages with contractors, subcontractors or others that are constructing the project; | |
| ● | failure of contractors to perform on a timely basis or at all, or other misconduct on the part of contractors; | |
| ● | access to sufficient power and related costs of providing such power to our customers; | |
| ● | environmental issues; | |
| ● | supply chain constraints; | |
| ● | fire, flooding, earthquakes and other natural disasters; | |
| ● | pandemics; | |
| ● | geological, construction, excavation and equipment problems; and | |
| ● | delays or denials of entitlements or permits, including zoning and related permits, or other delays resulting from requirements of public agencies and utility companies. |
In addition, development activities, regardless of whether they are ultimately successful, also typically require a substantial portion of our management’s time and attention. This may distract our management from focusing on other operational activities of our business. If we are unable to complete development projects successfully and on a timely basis, our business may be adversely affected.
Government regulators and utilities may potentially restrict the ability of electricity suppliers to provide electricity to AI data centers or AI services generally.
The supply of electricity for our existing or future operations, and the interconnection to the transmission system of any facilities we are currently developing or may develop in the future, could be limited or otherwise adversely impacted as a result of political pressure or regulation. Government and regulatory scrutiny related to AI services and their energy consumption and impact on the environment has increased and may continue to increase. Some governments and regulators are increasingly focused on the energy and environmental impact of data centers in particular, including the impact on the electricity market that may arise from price responsiveness. This has led to new governmental measures regulating, restricting or prohibiting the use of electricity for data centers generally in any of the jurisdictions in which we operate from time to time.
For example, in December 2022, the Government of British Columbia announced a temporary 18-month suspension on new and early-stage BC Hydro connection requests from cryptocurrency mining projects, which was subsequently extended for another 18-months in June 2024. The suspension was challenged in court, but subsequently upheld by the British Columbia Court of Appeal. Additionally, in May 2024, the Government of British Columbia amended the BC Utilities Commission Act to enable the government to enact regulations regarding public utilities’ provision of electricity service to cryptocurrency miners. These events demonstrate that potential policy-driven actions and future actions by governments, or the issuance of any new legislation, government orders of regulations, may reduce the availability and/or increase the cost of electricity in the geographic locations in which our operating facilities could be located, or could otherwise adversely impact our business.
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We may fail to anticipate or adapt to technology innovations in a timely manner, or at all.
The AI data center market is experiencing rapid technological changes. In addition, use of AI is becoming more prevalent. Failure to anticipate technology innovations or adapt to such innovations in a timely manner, or at all, may result in our current and future capabilities becoming obsolete. The process of developing and marketing new products, services, solutions or capabilities, and implementing the use of new technologies in our business, is inherently complex and involves significant uncertainties. There are a number of risks, including the following:
| ● | our product or service planning efforts may fail in resulting in the development or commercialization of new technologies or ideas; | |
| ● | our research and development efforts may fail to translate new product plans into commercially feasible solutions; | |
| ● | our new products or solutions that we offer (including AI data center services) may not be well received by consumers or otherwise may fail to achieve their intended purpose or functionality; | |
| ● | we may not have adequate funding and resources necessary for continual investments in product planning and research and development; | |
| ● | to the extent that we do not have sufficient rights to use the data or other material or content used in or produced by AI tools that we may use in our business, or if we experience cybersecurity incidents in connection with our use of AI, it could adversely affect our reputation and expose us to legal liability or regulatory risk, including with respect to third-party intellectual property, privacy, publicity, contractual or other rights; | |
| ● | in the United States, a number of civil lawsuits have been initiated related to the use of AI, which may, among other things, require us to limit the ways in which our AI systems in our business; | |
| ● | our products or solutions may become obsolete due to rapid advancements in technology and changes in consumer preferences; and | |
| ● | high level of competition in the digital asset, data center, and AI services markets means that competitors may introduce superior products or services before we can develop or market our own innovations. |
Any failure to anticipate the next generation technology roadmap or changes in customer preferences or to timely develop new or enhanced products or implement use of new technologies in our business, including AI, in response could result in decreased revenue and market share. An inability to adapt could tarnish our reputation as an innovator and leader in our industry, further affecting our competitive position and long-term viability. In addition, as the utilization of AI becomes more prevalent, we anticipate that it will continue to present new or unanticipated ethical, reputational, technical, operational, legal, competitive, and regulatory issues, among others. As a result, the challenges presented with our use of AI could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Risks Related to Ownership of our Common Stock
We have never paid cash dividends on our common stock, and we do not anticipate paying dividends in the foreseeable future.
We have never paid cash dividends on our capital stock and currently intend to retain any future earnings to fund the growth of our business, other than mandatory dividend payments on our preferred stock, subject to Delaware law. Any determination to pay dividends in the future will be at the discretion of our board of directors and will depend on our financial condition, operating results, capital requirements, general business conditions and other factors that our board of directors may deem relevant. As a result, capital appreciation, if any, of shares of our common stock will be the sole source of gain for the foreseeable future.
Anti-takeover provisions contained in our governing documents and applicable laws could impair a takeover attempt.
Our Certificate of Incorporation and certain rules and regulations provide certain rights and powers to our board of directors that could contribute to the delay or prevention of an acquisition that we deem undesirable. These include, but are not limited to:
| ● | authorizing blank check preferred stock, which could be issued with voting, liquidation, dividend and other rights superior to shares of our common stock; | |
| ● | limiting the liability of, and providing indemnification to, our directors and officers; | |
| ● | limiting the ability of our stockholders to call and bring business before special meetings and to take action by written consent in lieu of a meeting; | |
| ● | requiring advance notice of stockholder proposals for business to be conducted at meetings of our stockholders and for nominations of candidates for election to our Board; | |
| ● | controlling the procedures for the conduct and scheduling of Board and stockholder meetings; | |
| ● | providing an exclusive forum selection provision; | |
| ● | providing our board of directors with the express power to postpone previously scheduled annual meetings and to cancel previously scheduled special meetings; | |
| ● | establishing a classified board of directors so that not all members of our board are elected at one time; | |
| ● | limiting the determination of the number of directors on our Board and the filling of vacancies or newly created seats on the board to our Board then in office; and | |
| ● | providing that directors may be removed by stockholders only for cause. |
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Any of the foregoing provisions and terms that have the effect of delaying or deterring a change in control could limit the opportunity for stockholders to receive a premium for their shares of our securities, and could also affect the price that some investors are willing to pay for our securities.
As permitted by our governing documents, in February 2026 the Company entered into a Rights Agreement with its transfer agent and our Board declared a dividend distribution of one right for each outstanding share of Common Stock. Each right, when and if it becomes exercisable, would allow the holder to purchase one one-thousandth of a share of the Company’s Series C Junior Participating Preferred Stock. In the event of a takeover attempt, this preferred stock would give holders of the rights (other than the potential acquirer) the ability to acquire additional shares of common stock at a discount, leading to the dilution of the potential acquirer’s stake. The distribution of the rights and the adoption of the corresponding Rights Agreement can have negative effects such as those described above.
Our stock price may be volatile, and you may not be able to sell shares of our common stock at or above the price at which you purchased such shares.
Fluctuations in the price of shares of our common stock could contribute to the loss of all or part of your investment. If an active market for our securities develops and continues, the trading price of shares of our common stock could be volatile and subject to wide fluctuations in response to various factors, some of which are beyond our control.
Factors affecting the trading price of our common stock may include:
| ● | actual or anticipated fluctuations in our quarterly financial results or the quarterly financial results of companies perceived to be similar to us; | |
| ● | failure to meet or exceed financial estimates and projections of the investment community or that we provide to the public; | |
| ● | issuance of new or updated research or reports by securities analysts or changed recommendations for our industries in general; | |
| ● | announcements of significant acquisitions, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, collaborations, financings, or capital commitments; | |
| ● | the volume of shares of our common stock available for public sale; | |
| ● | operating and stock price performance of other companies that investors deem comparable to us; | |
| ● | our ability to market new and enhanced products and technologies on a timely basis; | |
| ● | changes in laws and regulations affecting our business; | |
| ● | our ability to meet compliance requirements; | |
| ● | commencement of, or involvement in, litigation involving us; | |
| ● | changes in financial estimates and recommendations by securities analysts concerning us or the market in general; | |
| ● | the timing and magnitude of investments in the growth of the business; | |
| ● | actual or anticipated changes in laws and regulations; | |
| ● | additions or departures of key management or other personnel; | |
| ● | increased labor costs; | |
| ● | disputes or other developments related to intellectual property or other proprietary rights, including litigation; | |
| ● | the ability to market new and enhanced solutions on a timely basis; | |
| ● | sales of substantial amounts of shares of our common stock by our directors, executive officers, significant stockholders or the perception that such sales could occur; | |
| ● | trading volume of shares of our common stock, including as a result of transactions we may execute pursuant to existing financing arrangements; | |
| ● | changes in capital structure, including future issuances of securities or the incurrence of debt and the terms thereof; and | |
| ● | general economic and political conditions such as recessions, interest rates, fuel prices, international currency fluctuations and acts of war or terrorism. |
Broad market and industry factors may materially harm the market price of our securities irrespective of our operating performance. The stock market in general and Nasdaq have experienced price and volume fluctuations that have often been unrelated or disproportionate to the operating performance of the particular companies affected. The trading prices and valuations of these stocks, and of our securities, may not be predictable. A loss of investor confidence in the market for retail stocks or the stocks of other companies which investors perceive to be similar to us could depress our stock price regardless of our business, prospects, financial conditions or results of operations. A decline in the market price of our securities also could adversely affect our ability to issue additional securities and our ability to obtain additional financing in the future.
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If we fail to comply with the continued listing requirements of Nasdaq, we would face possible delisting, which would result in a limited public market for our shares, limit our ability to access existing liquidity facilities and make obtaining future financing more difficult for us.
Shares of our common stock are currently listed on Nasdaq under the symbol “JTAI”. In order to continue listing our securities on Nasdaq, we must maintain certain financial, distribution and stock price levels. We cannot assure you that we will be able to continue to meet those listing requirements.
On February 6, 2026, we received the Notice Letter from the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Department of Nasdaq stating that we are not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5450(a)(1), the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, as the minimum bid price of our common stock had been below $1.00 per share for 30 consecutive business days. The Notice Letter has no immediate effect on the listing or trading of our common stock. We have 180 calendar days, or until August 5, 2026, to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement. In the event we do not regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement during the Initial Compliance Period, we may be eligible for an additional 180-calendar day compliance period if, at that time, we meet the continued listing requirement for the market value of publicly held shares and all other initial listing standards for the Nasdaq Capital Market, with the exception of the bid price requirement.
At the 2025 annual meeting of stockholders, we received stockholder approval to effect a reverse stock split of our issued and outstanding shares of common stock at a ratio of up to 1-for-250. Should we not regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement during the Initial Compliance Period or the Additional Compliance Period, if applicable, we expect to effect such a reverse stock split in a sufficient ratio so as to cause us to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement. Although we believe that we will be able to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, there can be no assurance that we will be able to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, satisfy the requirements necessary for eligibility for an Additional Compliance Period, or maintain compliance with any other listing requirements. Failure to meet the continued listing standards of Nasdaq may result in shares of our common stock being delisted from Nasdaq.
If Nasdaq were to delist shares of our common stock from trading and we are unable to list shares of our common stock on another national securities exchange, we expect shares of our common stock could be quoted on an over-the-counter market. If this were to occur, we could face significant material adverse consequences, including:
| ● | a limited availability of market quotations for shares of our common stock; | |
| ● | reduced liquidity for shares of our common stock; | |
| ● | a determination that our common stock qualifies as a “penny stock,” requiring brokers trading in shares of our common stock to adhere to more stringent rules and possibly result in a reduced level of trading activity in the secondary trading market for shares of our common stock; | |
| ● | a limited amount of news and analyst coverage; and | |
| ● | a decreased ability to issue additional securities or obtain additional financing in the future. |
The National Securities Markets Improvement Act of 1996, which is a federal statute, prevents or preempts the states from regulating the sale of certain securities, which are referred to as “covered securities.” Since shares of our common stock are listed on Nasdaq, they qualify as a covered security. Although the states are preempted from regulating the sale of our securities, the federal statute allows the states to investigate companies if there is a suspicion of fraud. If there is a finding of fraudulent activity, then the states can regulate or bar the sale of covered securities in a particular case. Further, if we were no longer listed on a securities exchange, our securities would not be covered securities and we would be subject to regulation in each state in which we offer our securities.
Stockholders may experience dilution of their ownership interest due to the issuance of shares of our common stock.
In order to raise additional capital, we may at any time (but subject to applicable limitations imposed under SEC rules or Nasdaq rules), offer, sell, and issue additional shares of our common stock (or other securities) under an effective Registration Statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-289982 and/or File No. 333-293011). These sales may be made from time to time pursuant to the Equity Distribution Agreement with Maxim Group LLC dated November 21, 2025, as amended, or otherwise. If we raise capital through the issuance of equity securities, the percentage ownership of our existing stockholders may be reduced, and such existing shareholders may experience dilution in net book value per share. Any such newly-issued equity securities may also have rights, preferences or privileges senior to those of the holders of the common shares. If we raise additional funds through the incurrence of indebtedness, such indebtedness may involve restrictive covenants that impair our ability to pursue our growth strategy and other aspects of its business plan, expose us to greater interest rate risk and volatility, require us to dedicate a substantial portion of our cash flow from operations to payments on our indebtedness, thereby reducing the availability of our cash flow to fund working capital and capital expenditures, increase our vulnerability to general adverse economic and industry conditions, place us at a competitive disadvantage compared to our competitors that have less debt, and limit our ability to borrow additional funds. In connection with any such future capital raising transactions, whether involving the issuance of equity securities or the incurrence of indebtedness, we may be required to accept terms that restrict our ability to raise additional capital for a period of time, which may limit or prevent us from raising capital at times when it would otherwise be opportunistic to do so.
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Sales of shares of our common stock, or the perception of such sales, by us or our significant stockholders in the public market or otherwise could cause the market price for shares of our common stock to decline.
The sale of shares of common stock in the public market or otherwise, particularly sales by our officers or directors, or the perception that such sales could occur, could harm the prevailing market price of shares of our common stock. These sales, or the possibility that these sales may occur, also might make it more difficult for us to sell equity securities in the future at a time and at a price that is deemed appropriate. Resales of shares of our common stock may cause the market price of shares of our common stock to drop significantly, even if our business is doing well.
We have an effective Registration Statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-281578 and File No. 333-292836) providing for the initial sale and issuance of our securities in an amount up to approximately $55.8 million. We also have an effective Registration Statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-293011) providing for the initial sale and issuance of our securities in an amount up to $250 million. Given the substantial number of shares of common stock registered under these Registration Statements on Form S-3, the issuance of sales of our common stock or the sale of shares of our common stock by existing stockholders, or the perception of any such issuance or sale, could increase the volatility of the market price of shares of our common stock or result in a significant decline in the public trading price of shares of our common stock. Some of our existing stockholders have or may acquire their shares at a significant discount to the market price of shares of our common stock. This may create an incentive for such stockholders to sell shares of our common stock because such stockholders purchased the shares of our common stock at prices lower than the then-current trading price of shares of our common stock.
Stockholder activism could disrupt our business and harm our stock price.
We may face actions or proposals from activist stockholders that conflict with our business strategy, contemplated transactions, and other stockholders’ interests. Responding to these activities can be costly, time-consuming, and distract management and the Board from running our business. Activism may also create uncertainty about our future direction, which could harm relationships with customers, strategic partners, counterparties to prospective transactions, suppliers, and employees, and make it harder to implement our business strategy. If a proxy contest occurs, we could incur significant legal and solicitation expenses and management attention could be diverted. Activist campaigns may also lead to litigation, further increasing costs and disruption. These activities could negatively affect our ability to execute our strategic plan and cause our stock price to fluctuate. In February 2026 we adopted, and may again in the future choose to adopt, a rights agreement, which when in place, could have certain anti-takeover effects.
Item 1B Unresolved Staff Comments
None.
Item 1C Cybersecurity
Our cybersecurity risk management program includes the following strategies for managing cybersecurity risks effectively:
| ● | Risk Assessment Processes: We conduct regular risk assessments to proactively identify potential cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. These assessments involve thorough evaluations of our IT infrastructure, data systems, and processes to pinpoint areas of weakness; | |
| ● | Proactive Security Measures: In addition to risk assessments, we employ proactive security measures to enhance our cyber defenses. These measures include the continuous monitoring of network activity, the implementation of access controls and encryption protocols, and the deployment of intrusion detection systems to swiftly detect and respond to any suspicious activities. | |
| ● | Framework
for Identifying and Mitigating Threats: | |
| ● | Employee Training and Awareness Programs: We provide training to our management and employees designed to equip employees with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and respond to cybersecurity risks, tailored based on the persons’ roles within our organization. | |
| ● | Technology
and External Consultants: |
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Item 2 Properties
We lease space for our corporate headquarters in Las Vegas, Nevada, consisting of office space and the use of shared conference facilities. We believe this leased office is in satisfactory condition and is suitable for the conduct of our business.
Item 3 Legal Proceedings
The Company is not party to any material legal proceedings, although from time to time it may become involved in ordinary routine litigation incidental to its business. There were no such proceedings pending during the period covered by this Report.
Item 4 Mine Safety Disclosures
Not applicable.
PART II
Item 5 Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
Market Information
We have one class of common stock, listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker symbol “JTAI”. The transfer agent and registrar for our common stock is Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company.
Shareholders
As of March 6, 2026, we had 3,745 holders of record of our common stock. The actual number of stockholders is greater than this number of record holders, and includes stockholders who are beneficial owners, but whose shares are held in street name by brokers and other nominees.
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Dividend Policy
The Company has never paid cash dividends on its capital stock and currently intends to retain any future earnings to fund the growth of its business. Any determination to pay dividends in the future will be at the discretion of the board of directors and will depend on Jet.AI’s financial condition, operating results, capital requirements, general business conditions and other factors that the board of directors may deem relevant.
Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities
Set forth below is information regarding equity securities issued by the registrant since January 1, 2025 that were not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) and not previously disclosed in a report we have filed with the SEC:
| 1. | From October 2024 through the date of this Report, the Company issued a total of 1,500 shares of Series B Preferred Stock from the full exercise of the Ionic Warrant for gross proceeds of $15.0 million before deducting offering costs of $2,951,000. And, since October 2024 issued a total of 43,796,343 shares of common stock upon the conversion of those shares of Series B Preferred Stock. The securities were offered and sold in reliance on the exemptions from registration contained in Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act and Rule 506(b) of Regulation D promulgated thereunder. |
In each transaction in which we relied on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act and Rule 506(b) of Regulation D promulgated thereunder, we did not engage in any general solicitation or advertising, and we offered the securities to a limited number of persons with whom we had pre-existing relationships. We exercised reasonable care to ensure that the purchasers of securities were not underwriters within the meaning of the Securities Act, including making reasonable inquiry prior to accepting any subscription, making written disclosure regarding the restricted nature of the securities, and placing a legend on the certificates representing the shares. Further, stop-transfer restrictions were placed with our transfer agent and a restrictive legend was placed on the certificate or instrument representing the securities in connection with these offerings. In addition, sales in the transactions exempt under Rule 506(b) were made exclusively to what the Company reasonably believed were accredited investors as defined in Rule 501 of the Securities Act. The recipients of securities in each of these transactions acquired the securities for investment purposes only and not with a view to or for sale in connection with any distribution thereof.
Securities Authorized for Issuance Under Equity Compensation Plans
The following table sets forth information, as of December 31, 2025, regarding awards issued under our Omnibus Incentive Plan:
| Plan Category | Number of securities | Weighted-average | Number of securities available issuance | |||||||||
| Equity compensation plans approved by security holders | ||||||||||||
| Omnibus Incentive Plans | 22,668 | $ | 998.26 | 775,000 | ||||||||
| Equity compensation plans not approved by security holders | — | — | — | |||||||||
| Total | 22,668 | $ | 998.26 | 775,000 | ||||||||
| (1) | The total number of shares reserved under our Omnibus Incentive Plan also includes an amount of shares of Common Stock that is necessary for all shares of Common Stock issuable in connection with the vesting of certain performance share unit awards that we granted to our executive management team. |
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Item 7 Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
The following discussion and analysis provide information which Jet.AI’s management believes is relevant to an assessment and understanding of its consolidated results of operations and financial condition. You should read the following discussion and analysis of Jet.AI’s financial condition and results of operations together with the historical audited annual consolidated financial statements as of and for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, and the related notes that are included elsewhere in this Report.
Certain of the information contained in this discussion and analysis or set forth elsewhere in this Report, including information with respect to plans and strategy for Jet.AI’s business, includes forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. As a result of many factors, including those factors set forth in “Item 1A – Risk Factors,” Jet.AI’s actual results could differ materially from the results described in or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in the following discussion and analysis. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, capital expenditures, economic and competitive conditions, regulatory changes and other uncertainties, as well as those factors discussed below and elsewhere in this Report. We assume no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements.
Percentage amounts included in this Report have not in all cases been calculated on the basis of rounded figures, but on the basis of such amounts prior to rounding. For this reason, percentage amounts in this Report may vary from those obtained by performing the same calculations using the figures in the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this Report. Certain other amounts that appear in this Report may not sum due to rounding.
Unless otherwise indicated, all information in this Report gives effect to a 1-for-225 reverse stock split of our common stock that became effective on November 12, 2024, and all references to shares of common stock outstanding and per share amounts give effect to the reverse stock split.
Overview
The Company was founded in 2018 by Michael Winston, its Executive Chairman. The Company, directly and indirectly through its subsidiaries, historically has been principally involved in (i) the sale of fractional and whole interests in aircraft, (ii) the sale of jet cards, which enable holders to use certain of the Company’s and other’s aircraft at agreed-upon rates, (iii) the operation of a proprietary booking platform, which functions as a prospecting and quoting platform to arrange private jet travel with third-party carriers as well as via the Company’s leased and managed aircraft, (iv) direct chartering of its HondaJet Elite aircraft by Cirrus Aviation Services, (v) aircraft brokerage and (vi) monthly management and hourly operation of customer aircraft.
Currently we offer the following SaaS software to aircraft owners and operators generally:
| ● | Reroute AI: recycles aircraft waiting to embark to their next revenue flight into prospective new charter bookings to destinations within specific operational parameters. | |
| ● | DynoFlight: enables aircraft operators to estimate aircraft emissions then purchase carbon removal credits via our DynoFlight application programming interface API. |
In 2024 and 2025, we launched CharterGPT, our AI-enhanced booking app, and Ava, our agentic AI model, respectively.
In 2025 the Company began transitioning its primary focus to AI data center operations and assets. As part of that transition, in 2025 the Company acquired an approximately 49.9% ownership interest in AIIA Sponsor Ltd. (as previously defined, “Sponsor”), the sponsor of AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: AIIA) (as previously defined, “AI Acquisition”), a special purpose acquisition company that completed its initial public offering in October 2025. See “Investment in AIIA Sponsor” below for further discussion.
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Potential Sale of Aviation Business Assets
On February 13, 2025, the Company, entered into the Original Merger Agreement with flyExclusive, Merger Sub, and SpinCo. On May 6, 2025, the parties entered into an Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger and Reorganization (as previously defined, the “Merger Agreement”). Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, (i) as a condition to closing on the Merger Agreement, the Company will effect the Distribution, (ii) Merger Sub will merge with and into SpinCo to effect the Merger, with SpinCo surviving the Merger as a wholly owned subsidiary of flyExclusive and (iii) as consideration for the Merger, the Company’s existing stockholders will have the right to receive shares of Class A common stock of flyExclusive. Additionally, the Company’s stockholders will continue to own and hold their existing shares of the Company’s common stock as of closing of the Merger.
The Merger Agreement amends, restates, replaces and supersedes the Original Merger Agreement in its entirety. Except as follows, the material terms of the Transactions were unchanged in the Merger Agreement. The Merger Agreement, among other things, amended the Original Merger Agreement to provide that eighty percent of the merger consideration shares will be issued upon the closing, and twenty percent of the merger consideration shares will be held in reserve by flyExclusive until a final post-closing purchase price is determined. Once the final post-closing purchase price is determined, flyExclusive will only issue additional merger consideration shares from the reserve on a dollar for dollar basis up to the lesser of the final purchase price and the initial purchase price.
On February 11, 2026, the parties entered into an amendment to the Merger Agreement (as previously defined, the “Amendment”), which (i) eliminates the closing condition that would have required the Company to execute a new securities purchase agreement with a third-party investor, pursuant to which the Company would have issued the investor a warrant to purchase up to $50 million worth of shares of a newly-designated series of preferred stock, and (ii) provides the Company with the ability to explore and negotiate potential post-closing strategic transactions, provided that any such transaction must be conditioned upon the closing of the Transactions and consummated after the closing of the Transactions.
In connection with executing the Original Merger Agreement, the Company, SpinCo, and flyExclusive entered into the Separation and Distribution Agreement pursuant to which the Company will effect the Separation by transferring the business, operations, services and activities of the Company’s fractional and jet card business to SpinCo and will no longer operate a fractional and jet card consummate the Distribution. After the Separation and Distribution, the Company will no longer operate a fractional or jet card business. The Company will continue to operate and retain its software and intellectual property assets, but will cease to hold its aircraft fractional, jet card and management assets. The Transactions are subject to various conditions to closing, including the receipt of stockholder approval, and are expected to close during the second quarter of 2026.
Joint Venture
On June 26, 2025, we entered into the JV Agreement with Consensus Core pursuant to which we and Consensus Core agreed to establish a joint venture allowing us to collaborate in developing data centers. In furtherance of this collaboration, we and Consensus Core entered into the Contribution Agreement with Consensus Core and Convergence Compute on July 2, 2025. Pursuant to the Contribution Agreement, we contributed $300,000 to Convergence Compute at the first closing of the transactions contemplated by the JV Agreement and acquired a 0.5% equity interest in Convergence Compute. Ultimately, we have agreed to contribute up to an aggregate $20 million to Convergence Compute in five tranches that are each tied to specific project development milestones.
On November 7, 2025, we announced that the milestones associated with the second closing—including the contribution by Consensus Core of all equity interests of its data center project located in Midwestern Canada (as previously defined, the “Midwest Project”) to Convergence Compute—had been substantially completed and we have since contributed the $1.7 million in connection with the second milestone. As a result, we and Consensus Core each received a 17.5% equity interest in the Midwest Project and we received an additional 0.5% equity interest in Convergence Compute.
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In connection with the third closing under the Contribution Agreement, Consensus Core will contribute all equity interests in its data center project located in Maritime Canada (as previously defined, the “Maritime Project”) to Convergence Compute. As a result of this contribution, we and Consensus Core each will receive a 17.5% equity interest in the Maritime Project and we will receive an additional 0.5% equity interest in Convergence Compute. If all five closings contemplated by the Contribution Agreement occur, we will hold an aggregate equity interest of 2.5% of Consensus Core, an equity interest of 17.5% in the Midwest Project, and an equity interest of 17.5% in the Maritime Project.
Results of Operations
The following table sets forth our results of operations for the periods indicated:
| For the Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Revenues | $ | 9,177,767 | $ | 14,022,628 | ||||
| Cost of revenues | 9,477,806 | 14,987,245 | ||||||
| Gross loss | (300,039 | ) | (964,617 | ) | ||||
| Operating Expenses: | ||||||||
| General and administrative (including stock-based compensation of $1,626,102 and $4,287,236, respectively) | 8,746,440 | 10,752,048 | ||||||
| Sales and marketing | 779,004 | 687,785 | ||||||
| Research and development | 244,237 | 162,152 | ||||||
| Total operating expenses | 9,769,681 | 11,601,985 | ||||||
| Operating loss | (10,069,720 | ) | (12,566,602 | ) | ||||
| Other (income) expense: | ||||||||
| Interest expense | — | 167,054 | ||||||
| Other income | (182,194 | ) | (221 | ) | ||||
| Unrealized gain on other investments | (14,477,000 | ) | — | |||||
| Total other (income) expense | (14,659,194 | ) | 166,833 | |||||
| Income (loss) before provision for income taxes | 4,589,474 | (12,733,435 | ) | |||||
| Provision for income taxes | — | — | ||||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | 4,589,474 | $ | (12,733,435 | ) | |||
| Less deemed dividend from warrant exchange offer | — | (540,255 | ) | |||||
| Less cumulative preferred stock dividends | — | (109,303 | ) | |||||
| Net income (loss) to common stockholders | $ | 4,589,474 | $ | (13,382,993 | ) | |||
| Weighted average shares outstanding — basic | 3,026,488 | 279,201 | ||||||
| Weighted average shares outstanding — Diluted | 13,766,617 | 279,201 | ||||||
| Net income (loss) per share — basic | $ | 1.52 | $ | (47.93 | ) | |||
| Net income (loss) per share — Diluted | $ | 0.33 | $ | (47.93 | ) | |||
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Revenues
Revenues for 2025 totaled $9.2 million, a $4.8 million decrease from revenues of $14.0 million for fiscal 2024, and were comprised of approximately $4.8 million of revenues related to our CharterGPT software app and Cirrus charter services (being $3.0 million in software-related revenue and $1.8 million in revenue from the chartering of our HondaJets by our operating partner Cirrus), $3.2 million in services revenue from the management of customers’ aircraft, $1.1 million in Jet Card revenue for hours flown and other charges based on hours flown, and $159,000 in other revenue. The primary reason for the decrease was due to a reduction in Cirrus charter, software app, and Jet Card revenues of $2.1 million, $1.2 million, and $1.2 million, respectively, in the 2025 period due to the planned sale of the Company’s aviation assets to flyExclusive. Upon the closing of the proposed transaction with flyExclusive we will cease to generate revenues from our legacy Jet Card and fractional programs.
The following table sets forth a breakout of revenue components by subcategory for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
| Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Software App and Cirrus Charter | $ | 4,804,747 | $ | 8,128,997 | ||||
| Jet Card and Fractional Programs | 1,053,357 | 2,288,036 | ||||||
| Management and Other Services | 3,319,663 | 3,605,595 | ||||||
| Total | $ | 9,177,767 | $ | 14,022,628 | ||||
The Company recognized $3.0 million in revenue related to app-generated services and software revenues related to charter bookings made through its CharterGPT app in 2025, a decrease of $1.2 million, or 29.0%, from $4.2 million in 2024, reflecting reduced brokerage staff for the CharterGPT app and aviation piece(s) that will be retained after the flyExclusive transaction.
The Company recognized $3.2 million in service revenue in 2025, a decrease of $405,000, or 11.3 %, from $3.6 million in 2024, relating to reduced flying by the owners of the Company’s managed aircraft. During 2025, the Company sold 20 prepaid flight hours under its jet card and fractional programs, amounting to $116,000, and recognized $948,000 of revenue for 168 flight hours flown or forfeited, as well as $105,000 in additional charges. These additional charges primarily represent charges for cost reimbursements such as a fuel component adjustment to adjust for changes in fuel prices relative to the jet card and fractional contracts’ base fuel price and reimbursement of federal excise taxes. Prepaid flight hours are recognized as revenue as the flight hours are used or forfeited. At December 31, 2025, the Company recorded deferred revenue of $443,126 on its consolidated balance sheets, which includes $259,000 related to jet card prepayments for which the related travel had not yet occurred, $184,000 with respect to customer prepayments associated with software app transactions, and $315 with respect to the management of aircraft.
In 2024, we sold 285 prepaid flight hours amounting to approximately $1.7 million and recognized approximately $2.1 million of revenue for 348 flight hours flown or forfeited, as well as additional charges of approximately $208,000. At December 31, 2024, the Company recorded deferred revenue of $1,319,746 on its consolidated balance sheets.
The decrease in flight hours sold and flown primarily resulted from the planned sale of the Company’s aviation assets to flyExclusive.
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The following table details the flight hours sold and flown or forfeited, as well as the associated deferred revenues and recognized revenues, respectively, and additional charges for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024:
| For the Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Deferred revenue at the beginning of the year (1) | $ | 1,319,746 | $ | 1,779,794 | ||||
| Prepaid flight hours sold | ||||||||
| Amount | $ | 116,000 | $ | 1,662,250 | ||||
| Total Flight Hours | 20 | 285 | ||||||
| Prepaid flight hours flown | ||||||||
| Amount | $ | 948,470 | $ | 2,080,371 | ||||
| Total flight hours | 168 | 348 | ||||||
| Additional charges | $ | 104,887 | $ | 207,665 | ||||
| Total flight hour revenue | $ | 1,053,357 | $ | 2,288,036 | ||||
| Deferred revenue at the end of the year (2) | $ | 443,126 | $ | 1,319,746 | ||||
| (1) | Deferred revenue at December 31, 2024 and 2023 also includes $212,278 and $268,818, respectively, with respect to customer prepayments associated with software app transactions and $16,233 and $0, respectively, with respect to the management of aircraft. |
| (2) | Deferred revenue at December 31, 2025 and 2024 also includes $184,046 and $212,278, respectively, with respect to customer prepayments associated with software app transactions and $315 and $16,233, respectively, with respect to the management of aircraft. |
In addition to its software app and jet card revenues, the Company also generates revenue through the direct chartering of its HondaJet aircraft by Cirrus. During 2025, this revenue amounted to approximately $1.8 million, a decrease of $2.1 million, or 53.6%, from $3.9 million in the prior year. The decreased revenue was a result of the decreased chartering of the Company’s HondaJet fleet, as well as reduced pilot availability in 2025 as compared to 2024 resulting from the planned sale of the Company’s aviation assets to flyExclusive.
Management and Other Service revenues totaled $3.3 million in 2025, a decrease of $286,000, or 7.9%, from $3.6 million in 2024. The Company continued to provide aircraft management services throughout 2025.
Cost of Revenues
Our cost of revenue is comprised of payments to Cirrus for the maintenance and management of our fleet aircraft, commissions to Cirrus for their arranging for charters on our aircraft, aircraft lease expense, federal excise tax relating to jet card and third-party charters, and payments to third-party aircraft operators for both charter flights booked through CharterGPT, as well as the cost of subcharters for covering jet card flights when our HondaJets were unavailable. The management of our aircraft by Cirrus covers all our aircraft regardless of whether the aircraft are used for program flight hours or charter flights and includes expenses such as fuel, pilot wages and training costs, aircraft insurance, maintenance and other flight operational expenses.
During 2025, the Company operated three HondaJets, one King Air 390i and one CJ4. As a result of the decrease in jet card and Cirrus charter flight activity, operating expenses related to the operation of the Company’s aircraft and payments to Cirrus for their management decreased $3.5 million from $9.3 million in 2024 to $5.8 million in 2025, and aircraft lease payments decreased $56,000 from $1.4 million in 2024 to $1.3 million in 2025. The Company also incurred third-party charter costs of approximately $2.1 million in 2025, a $1.6 million decrease over 2024, as a result of the reduction in ad hoc charters and a reduced need for subcharters used for covering jet card flights when our HondaJets were unavailable. Federal excise tax and merchant fees relating to charter flights decreased $356,000 in 2025 to $281,000 from $637,000 in 2024. In total, it cost $9.5 million to operate these five aircraft in 2025, compared to $15.0 million to operate four aircraft in 2024.
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Gross Loss
The resulting gross loss totaled $300,000 for 2025, compared to $965,000 for the 2024 fiscal year. The decreased gross loss was a result of decreased pilot, fuel, training and maintenance costs, together with lower utilization on our HondaJets.
Total Operating Expenses
In 2025, the Company’s operating expenses decreased by approximately $1.8 million from 2024 due to an approximate $2.0 million decrease in selling, general and administrative expenses, offset by a $91,000 increase in sales and marketing expenses and a $82,000 increase in research and development costs. Excluding non-cash stock-based compensation of $1.6 million and $4.3 million in 2025 and 2024, respectively, general and administrative expenses rose by approximately $656,000 primarily due to a $436,000 increase in board of director fees, a $253,000 increase in Directors and Officers insurance costs, an increase in professional legal service expenses of $190,000 with a substantial portion of these expenses during the 2025 period related to the potential flyExclusive transaction, an increase in wages of $160,000, offset by a decrease in consulting fees of $46,000, a decrease in regulatory fees of $88,000, and a decrease in dues and subscriptions of $57,000.
The Company’s sales and marketing expenses increased by about $91,000 to $779,000 in 2025 from $688,000 in 2024. These expenses are mainly linked to promoting the Company and its programs, including transitioning its primary focus to AI data center operations and assets.
Research and development expenses increased $82,000 to $244,000 in 2025 from $162,000 in 2024, due to continued development work on additional software offerings.
Operating Loss
As a result of all of the above, in 2025 the Company recognized an operating loss of approximately $10.1 million, which was a decrease in loss of approximately $2.5 million when compared to the prior year. The decrease in operating loss was primarily due to the reduced gross loss and the decrease in general and administrative expenses resulting from the decrease in non-cash stock-based compensation expenses that resulted from the non-cash vesting of employee stock options as well as the decrease in consulting costs.
Other (Income) Expense
During 2025, the Company recognized approximately $14.7 million in other income, net, compared to $167,000 in other expense for the 2024 fiscal year. Other income in 2025 was driven primarily by a $14.5 million unrealized gain from the change in fair value of the Company’s other investments (see “Investment in AIIA Sponsor” below), $182,000 in other income comprised of interest income and dividend income, and the elimination of interest expense of $167,000 in 2024 related to the Bridge Agreement (defined below) that was fully repaid in March 2024.
Net Income (Loss) to Common Stockholders
The Company recorded net income of $4.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to a net loss of $12.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, a favorable change of $17.3 million. The swing from net loss to net income was driven by the $14.5 million non-cash unrealized gain on the change in fair value of other investments, together with a $2.5 million improvement in operating loss. Excluding the non-cash fair value gain, the Company would have recorded a net loss of approximately $9.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2025.
There were no deemed dividends or cumulative preferred stock dividends in 2025, compared to a $540,000 deemed dividend from the Company’s warrant exchange offer and $109,000 in cumulative preferred stock dividends in 2024. Accordingly, net income to common stockholders was $4.6 million in 2025 compared to a net loss to common stockholders of $13.4 million in 2024.
Net income per share — basic and diluted was $1.52 and $0.33, respectively for 2025, compared to net loss per share — basic and diluted of $(47.93) for 2024, based on weighted average shares outstanding of 3,026,488, 13,766,617 and 279,201, respectively. The significant increase in weighted average shares outstanding reflects common stock issuances during 2024 and 2025, including shares issued upon conversion of Series B Preferred Stock.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources
Overview
As of December 31, 2025, the Company’s cash and cash equivalents were approximately $1.8 million, compared to $5.9 million at December 31, 2024. There was a liquidity reserve of $500,000 in a separate bank account pledged as security to an aircraft lessor, which the Company records as restricted cash on its balance sheet as of December 31, 2025, as well as a maintenance reserve of approximately $690,000 for this leased aircraft. As of December 31, 2025, current liabilities exceeded current assets by approximately $1.5 million. Of the $3.7 million in current liabilities, approximately $443,000 represents deferred revenue that will be satisfied through delivery of services rather than cash payments.
During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company raised: (1) $11.0 million from the exercise of the Ionic Warrant for the issuance of shares of Series B Preferred Stock, and (2) approximately $713,000 from sales of common stock under its ATM Sales Agreement and otherwise. These proceeds were partially offset by offering costs of approximately $2.5 million.
The Company also incurred negative cash flows from operating activities and continues to have an accumulated deficit of approximately $48.0 million as of December 31, 2025. While the Company recorded net income of $4.6 million in 2025, this was driven by the non-cash fair value unrealized gain on other investments; as operating cash flows remained negative at $8.2 million.
The Company expects to continue to incur operating losses for at least the next 12 months. To fund its on-going obligations and operations, the Company intends to rely on funds available from potential sales of equity and debt securities, including shares of common stock that are expected to occur from time to time under its at-the-market sales program (further described below) effected in accordance with the Equity Distribution Agreement dated November 21, 2025, as amended in January 2026. The Company also has the ability to reduce cash burn to preserve capital. In the absence of external financing the Company is prepared to cut its cash utilization by ceasing marketing and customer acquisition, suspending software development, streamlining operations, and servicing only existing customers. Such a reduction would allow the Company to continue to operate for a year or more by management’s estimate.
Ionic / Hexstone Transaction
General
On March 28, 2024, the Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement and related documents described below for a private placement with Ionic Ventures, LLC (as defined above, “Ionic”), which closed on March 29, 2024, which we collectively refer to as the “Ionic Transaction.” At the initial closing, the Company initially issued to Ionic (a) 150 shares of its Series B Convertible Preferred Stock (“Series B Preferred Stock”) and (b) 1,111 shares of common stock. In addition, the Company issued to Ionic a warrant to purchase up to 1,500 shares of Series B Preferred Stock (the “Ionic Warrant”). At the initial closing, the Company received gross proceeds of $1,500,025, reflecting payment for the Series B Preferred Stock and the common stock, in connection with the Ionic Transaction. This amount excludes the proceeds from the exercise of the Ionic Warrant.
Other Transaction Documents and Subsequent Agreements
The Ionic Warrant exercise price was initially set at $10,000 per share of Series B Preferred Stock, subject to adjustment for certain events, such as a stock split, issuance of additional shares as a dividend or otherwise. As of the date of this Report, Ionic has fully exercised the Ionic Warrant for a total of 1,500 shares of Series B Preferred Stock, resulting in gross proceeds to the Company of $15.0 million.
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Conversions of Series B Preferred Stock; Warrant Exercises
Starting in October 2024, and through the date of this Report, Ionic has converted in full the 150 shares of Series B Preferred Stock issued at the initial closing, the 50 additional shares issued in connection with a letter agreement entered into in September 2024, and all 1,500 shares of Series B Preferred Stock issued pursuant to the full exercise of the Ionic Warrant. Those conversions, in total, resulted in the issuance of 43,796,343 shares of Common Stock (as adjusted to give effect to the reverse stock split).
On October 28, 2024, Ionic partially exercised the Ionic Warrant for 150 additional shares of Series B Preferred Stock, resulting in total proceeds to the Company of $1.5 million. On November 14, 2024, Ionic partially exercised the Ionic Warrant for 250 additional shares, resulting in proceeds of $2.5 million. On January 23, 2025, Ionic partially exercised the Ionic Warrant for 250 additional shares, resulting in proceeds of $2.5 million. On February 27, 2025, Ionic exercised the remainder of the Ionic Warrant for 850 additional shares, resulting in proceeds of $8.5 million.
From the closing of the Ionic Transaction through December 31, 2025, Ionic sold an aggregate of 3,625,610 shares of our common stock, comprised of: (i) 1,466,578 shares sold pursuant to Rule 144; (ii) 133,777 shares sold under a registration statement on Form S-1 (Reg. No. 333-279385); (iii) 600,000 shares sold under our registration statement on Form S-3 (Reg. No. 333-283207); (iv) 1,269,255 shares sold under our registration statement on Form S-3 (Reg. No. 333-284504); and (v) 156,000 shares sold under our registration statement on Form S-3 (Reg. No. 333-289982). As of December 31, 2025, Ionic held 300 shares of Series B Preferred Stock.
During 2026, Ionic sold an additional 10,129,504 shares pursuant to Rule 144. As of the date of this Report, Ionic holds no shares of our Series B Preferred Stock or common stock.
During 2026, Hexstone Capital, LLC (who was assigned certain rights or shares by Ionic) sold an aggregate of 30,041,229 shares of our common stock, comprised of: (i) 1,800,000 shares sold under our registration statement on Form S-3 (Reg. No. 333-289982); and (ii) 28,241,229 shares sold pursuant to Rule 144. As December 31, 2025, Hexstone held 450 shares of our Series B Preferred Stock.
Share Purchase Agreement
The Company entered into a Share Purchase Agreement on August 4, 2022, with GEM Yield LLC SCS and GEM Yield Bahamas Limited (together, “GEM”), which provides for potential future equity purchases of up to $40 million, subject to certain conditions. The agreement expires on August 11, 2026. Through early 2024, the Company drew down $2,550,024 under this facility and has not utilized it since. In consideration for GEM’s commitment, the Company paid GEM a commitment fee equal to $800,000 in shares of common stock. In October 2024, the Company issued 36,886 shares of common stock to satisfy in full the outstanding commitment fee payable discussed in Note 7 to the consolidated financial statements in this Report and 58,447 shares of common stock under the Share Purchase Agreement with GEM for total consideration of $2.5 million.
On August 10, 2023, the Company issued GEM a warrant (as subsequently amended, the “GEM Warrant”) granting it the right to purchase up to 6% of the outstanding common stock of the Company on a fully diluted basis as of the date of listing of our common stock on Nasdaq. Accordingly, the warrant exercise price was reduced to $5.51 per share as of December 31, 2025. The warrant may be exercised by payment of the per share amount in cash or through a cashless exercise.
The Company did not effect any drawdowns under this agreement in 2025, and does not expect to effect any drawdowns in 2026.
Investment in AIIA Sponsor
In July 2025, the Company made a capital contribution of approximately $2.7 million to Sponsor, which serves as the sponsor of AI Acquisition, in exchange for 1,912,833 units comprising ordinary shares and preference shares (together, the “Sponsor Equity Interest”). The Company’s contribution represents an approximate 49.9% interest in the Sponsor. AI Acquisition is a special purpose acquisition company that intends to focus on opportunities with companies and/or strategic assets in high-impact private technology companies advancing artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities, as well as those involved in building, operating, or enabling next-generation data center infrastructure. Sponsor was founded and organized by certain of the Company’s executive officers and directors.
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On October 6, 2025, AI Acquisition completed its initial public offering, selling an aggregate of 13,800,000 Units at a price of $10.00 per unit, resulting in total gross proceeds of $138,000,000. In connection with the initial public offering, Sponsor purchased 269,000 private placement units at $10.00 per unit. At the close of the offering, Sponsor held 4,600,000 Class B ordinary shares of AI Infrastructure and 269,000 private placement units.
As of December 31, 2025, the fair value of the Sponsor Equity Interest was $17,137,000, as determined using a probability weighted expected return method as described in Note 4 to the consolidated financial statements in this Report. During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company recognized an unrealized gain of $14,477,000 in other income related to the change in fair value of this investment. This non-cash gain was the primary driver of the Company’s swing from a net loss to net income during 2025.
The Company’s Sponsor Equity Interest is a level 3 fair value measurement that requires significant unobservable inputs, including the probability of AIIA consummating a business combination. An increase or decrease in any of the unobservable inputs could result in a material change in the estimated fair value. See Note 4 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information regarding the fair value methodology.
Bridge Agreement
On September 11, 2023, the Company entered into a binding term sheet (“Bridge Agreement”) with eight investors to provide the Company $500,000 of short-term bridge financing. The Bridge Agreement provided for the issuance of promissory notes, in an aggregate principal amount of $625,000, reflecting a 20% original issue discount. The notes bore interest at 5% per annum and matured on March 11, 2024. In March 2024, the Company fully repaid the Bridge Agreement in the amount of approximately $683,000, representing principal, redemption premium and interest.
Other Equity Issuances and Settlement Arrangements
Maxim Payment and Settlement Agreement
On August 10, 2023, the Company entered into a settlement agreement (“Maxim Settlement Agreement”) with Maxim Group LLC, the underwriter for the Company’s initial public offering (“Maxim”). Pursuant to the Maxim Settlement Agreement, the Company issued (a) 1,200 shares of common stock and (b) 1,127 Series A Preferred Shares in an amount equal in value to $1,127,000. The Series A Preferred Shares accrue a dividend at the rate of 8% per annum, payable quarterly.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, the Company issued 10,167 shares of common stock upon the conversion of 551 shares of Series A Preferred Shares. In November 2024, the Company redeemed in full the remaining 576 shares of Series A Preferred for an aggregate redemption price of $663,740, which included cumulative unpaid preferred stock dividends totaling $87,740. As a result of this redemption there are no shares of Series A Preferred issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2025 or December 31, 2024.
Warrants
On various dates at the end of December 2023 and through early 2024, the Company entered a number of separate warrant exchange agreements with various unaffiliated second-party warrant holders with respect to warrants to purchase an aggregate of 6,605 shares of our common stock (the “Exchanged Warrants”). Pursuant to these warrant exchange agreements, the Company issued an aggregate of 6,605 shares of common stock to those warrant holders in exchange for the surrender and cancellation of the Exchanged Warrants.
In December 2023 and January 2024, holders of an aggregate of 400 and 287 public warrants, respectively, were exercised for an equal number of shares of our common stock, generating net proceeds to us of $1,777,475.
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At the Market Offering
On November 21, 2025, we put an ATM (“At the Market”) program, in place to allow us to sell shares of our common stock under that program from time to time through Maxim Group LLC (“Maxim”) as agent in an at-the-market offering under a prospectus supplement for aggregate sales proceeds of up to $10.0 million (the “ATM Program”). The ATM Program was amended twice in January 2026 to increase the amount that may be sold under the ATM Program by an additional 7.9 million and an additional $35.1 million, respectively (subject to any limitations imposed under SEC rules). The common stock is distributed at the market prices prevailing at the time of sale. As a result, prices of the common stock sold under the ATM Program may vary between purchasers and during the period of distribution. The ATM Agreement provides that Maxim is entitled to compensation for its services at a commission rate of 3.0% of the gross sales price per share of common stock sold. During 2025, we sold 751,426 shares of our common stock under the ATM Program at an average price of $0.95 per share for net proceeds of $713,372 after commissions and sale expenses.
Cash Flows
As of December 31, 2025, the Company’s cash and cash equivalents were approximately $1.8 million. There was a liquidity reserve of $500,000 in a separate bank account pledged as security to an aircraft lessor, which the Company records as restricted cash on its consolidated balance sheets at December 31, 2025 and 2024, as well as a maintenance reserve of approximately $690,000 for the leased aircraft which is included in deposits and other assets in the consolidated balance sheets.
The following table summarizes our cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024:
| For the Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Net cash used in operating activities | $ | (8,225,095 | ) | $ | (8,225,594 | ) | ||
| Net cash used in investing activities | (5,075,000 | ) | (2,409,372 | ) | ||||
| Net cash provided by financing activities | 9,246,971 | 14,407,050 | ||||||
| (Decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents | $ | (4,053,124 | ) | $ | 3,772,084 | |||
Cash Flow from Operating Activities
Net cash used in operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $8.2 million compared to $8.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. Despite the Company recording net income of $4.6 million in 2025, cash used in operations remained elevated because the $14.5 million unrealized gain on the change in fair value of other investments was a non-cash item. The non-cash unrealized gain was partially offset by $1.6 million in stock-based compensation expense, $540,000 in non-cash operating lease costs, and $3,000 in depreciation and amortization. Changes in operating assets and liabilities included a $1.3 million increase in accounts payable, a $109,000 decrease in other current assets, and a $35,000 decrease in accounts receivable, which were offset by a $877,000 decrease in deferred revenue, a $526,000 decrease in operating lease liability, and a $515,000 decrease in accrued liabilities.
Cash Flow from Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $5.1 million as compared to $2.4 million in 2024. The increase in cash used in investing activities was driven by: (i) $2.7 million invested in other investments (the capital contribution to Sponsor), (ii) $1.7 million in additional aircraft deposits, and (iii) $765,000 contributed to the Company’s joint venture with Consensus Core. Investing activities in 2024 primarily consisted of $2.4 million in aircraft deposits.
Cash Flow from Financing Activities
Net cash provided by financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $9.2 million, compared to $14.4 million in 2024. Cash provided by financing activities in 2025 consisted primarily of $11.0 million in proceeds from the exercise of the Ionic Warrant for shares of Series B Preferred Stock and $713,000 from sales of our common stock, partially offset by $2.5 million in offering costs. The decrease in cash provided by financing activities compared to 2024 reflects the fact that 2024 included $11.9 million in proceeds from the sale of common stock, $4.0 million from Ionic Warrant exercises, $1.5 million from the sale of Series B Preferred Stock, and $742,000 from warrant exercises, partially offset by $1.9 million in offering costs, $1.2 million for the redemption of Series A and Series A-1 Preferred Stock, and $669,000 in note repayments.
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Aircraft Financing Arrangements
In November 2021 and April 2022, the Company entered into two separate five-year leasing arrangements for the acquisition of two of its HondaJet Elite aircraft. At any time during their term, the Company has the option to purchase either aircraft from the lessor at the aircraft’s fair market value at that time. The leasing arrangements also require the Company to hold a combined liquidity reserve of $500,000 in a separate bank account pledged as security to the lessor, which the Company records as restricted cash on its balance sheet, as well as a maintenance reserve of approximately $690,000 for one of the leased aircraft. Events of default under the leasing arrangements include, among other things, failure to make the monthly payments (with a 10-day cure period), default on other indebtedness, breaches of covenants related to insurance and maintenance requirements, change of control or merger, insolvency and a material adverse change in the Company’s business, operations or financial condition. Please see Note 7 to the Company’s financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025 for a further description of these leasing arrangements.
As of December 31, 2025, future minimum lease payments under the Company’s operating lease totaled $503,250, with $7,468 of imputed interest, resulting in a lease liability of $495,782, all of which is classified as current.
Critical Accounting Estimates
Going Concern and Management Plans
The Company has limited operating history and has incurred losses from operations since its inception. These matters raise concern about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.
During the next twelve months, the Company intends to fund its operations with capital from its operations, and proceeds from sales of debt or equity securities. The Company could, if necessary, reduce cash burn to preserve capital. There are no assurances, however, that management will be able to raise capital on terms acceptable to the Company. If the Company is unable to obtain sufficient amounts of additional capital, the Company may be required to reduce the near-term scope of its planned development and operations, which could delay implementation of the Company’s business plan and harm its business, financial condition and operating results. The consolidated balance sheets do not include any adjustments that might result from these uncertainties.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statement and the reported amounts of expenses during the reporting period. Making estimates requires management to exercise significant judgement. Actual results could differ significantly from those estimates.
Material estimates that are particularly susceptible to significant change in the near-term relate to the fair value of options granted and the fair value of other investments. Although considerable variability is likely to be inherent in these estimates, management believes that the amounts provided are reasonable.
Revenue Recognition
In applying the guidance of ASC 606, the Company determines revenue recognition through five steps: (i) identification of the contract(s) with a customer; (ii) identification of the performance obligations; (iii) determination of the transaction price; (iv) allocation of the transaction price to the performance obligations; and (v) recognition of revenue when, or as, a performance obligation is satisfied.
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Revenue is derived from a variety of sources including, but not limited to, (i) fractional/whole aircraft sales, (ii) fractional ownership and jet card programs, (iii) ad hoc charter through the Company’s booking app and CharterGPT, (iv) direct chartering of its HondaJet Elite aircraft by Cirrus, and (v) aircraft management. Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of the Company’s promised services. Deferred revenue represents customer prepayments for which the Company has not yet satisfied its performance obligations.
Stock-Based Compensation
The Company accounts for stock awards under ASC 718, Compensation—Stock Compensation. Under ASC 718, stock-based compensation cost is measured at the grant date, based on the estimated fair value of the award, and is recognized as expense over the employee’s requisite vesting period or over the nonemployee’s period of providing goods or services. The fair value of each stock option or warrant award is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option valuation model. During the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, stock-based compensation expense of $1,626,102 and $4,287,236, respectively, was recognized. As of December 31, 2025, there was approximately $192,000 in unrecognized stock-based compensation, which will be recognized through September 2027.
Trend Information
The Company’s business and operations are sensitive to general business and economic conditions in the U.S. and worldwide along with local, state, federal and foreign governmental policy decisions. A host of factors beyond Jet.AI’s control in the aviation and artificial intelligence industries, respectively, could cause fluctuations in these conditions. Adverse conditions in aviation in particular may include but are not limited to: changes in the airline industry, fuel and operating costs, changes to corporate governance best practices for executive flying, general demand for private jet travel, regulations on carbon emissions from aviation and market acceptance of the Company’s business model. These adverse conditions could affect the Company’s financial condition and the results of operations.
In May 2025, the Company entered into an Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger with flyExclusive, Inc. (NYSE American: FLYX) for the sale of the Company’s aviation business assets in an all-stock transaction, with closing expected in the first or second quarter of 2026. Upon closing, the Company intends to operate primarily as an AI data center infrastructure company. This strategic transition is expected to materially change the Company’s revenue composition, cost structure, and operating profile in future periods.
Item 7A Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
The Company is not required to provide the information required by this Item as it is a “smaller reporting company,” as defined in Rule 229.10(f)(1).
Item 8 Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
See Index to Consolidated Financial Statements on Page X.
Item 9 Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
None.
Item 9A Controls and Procedures
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Disclosure controls and procedures are controls and other procedures that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in our reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms. Disclosure controls and procedures include, without limitation, controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in our reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Interim Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
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As required by Rules 13a-15 and 15d-15 under the Exchange Act, our Interim Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Financial Officer carried out an evaluation of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures as of December 31, 2025. Based on that evaluation, our Interim Chief Executive Officer and our Interim Chief Financial Officer have concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the periods covered by this Report.
Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act, under the supervision of our Audit Committee. Our internal control over financial reporting is designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with GAAP.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Therefore, even those systems determined to be effective can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving their control objectives.
Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, we evaluated the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2024 based on the framework in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on our assessment and those criteria, management believes that we maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2025.
As a non-accelerated filer, our independent registered public accounting firm is not required to issue an attestation report on our internal control over financial reporting.
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the year ended on December 31, 2025 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
Item 9B Other Information
Item 9C Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections
Not applicable.
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PART III
Item 10 Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
The following is a list of our directors and executive officers.
| Name | Age | Position | ||
| Michael D. Winston, CFA | 49 | Executive Chairman and Interim Chief Executive Officer, Director | ||
| George Murnane | 67 | Interim Chief Financial Officer, Director | ||
| William Yankus(1)(3) | 66 | Director | ||
| Wrendon Timothy(1)(2)(3) | 45 | Director | ||
| Patrick McNulty | 41 | Chief Operating Officer | ||
| Lt. Col. Ran David(2) | 51 | Director | ||
| Donald Jeffrey Woods(3) | 50 | Director | ||
| Ehud Talmor(1)(2) | 51 | Director |
| (1) | Member of the audit committee. | |
| (2) | Member of the compensation committee. | |
| (3) | Member of the nominating and corporate governance committee. |
Effective upon the closing of the Business Combination, Michael D. Winston was appointed to serve as Jet.AI’s Executive Chairman and as Jet.AI’s interim Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) and George Murnane was appointed to serve as Jet.AI’s interim Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) until Jet.AI completes its ongoing search for a long-term CFO, at which point Mr. Winston will step down from his role as interim CEO and Mr. Murnane will transition from Jet.AI’s interim CFO to its CEO.
Executive Officers
Michael D. Winston, CFA founded Jet.AI Inc. (formerly Jet Token) in 2018 and has served as its Executive Chairman since its founding. Upon completion of the Business Combination, he began to serve as Jet.AI’s Interim Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Winston also serves on the board of directors, and as Chief Executive Officer, of AIIA Sponsor Ltd., a Cayman Islands ordinary resident company and the sponsor of AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: AIIAU), a blank check special purpose acquisition company incorporated on May 13, 2025, as a Cayman Islands exempted company. He also serves on the board of directors, and as Chief Executive Officer, of AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp. Mr. Winston began his career in 1999 with Credit Suisse First Boston Corporation and later worked as a portfolio manager at Millennium Partners LP. In 2012, Mr. Winston formed the Sutton View group of companies, an alternative asset management platform where he advised one of the largest academic endowments in the world until 2022. Mr. Winston received an MBA in Finance and Real Estate from Columbia Business School in 2005, and a BA in Economics from Cornell University in 1999. While at Cornell he studied for a year at the London School of Economics and at age 18 won a $1 million prize from IBM for his first startup company. Mr. Winston is a CFA Charterholder, and a member of the Economic Club of New York.
George Murnane served as Jet Token’s Chief Executive Officer from September 2019 to August 2023. Upon completion of the Business Combination, he was named Interim Chief Financial Officer of Jet.AI until such time as we hire a permanent Chief Financial Officer, at which time he will again assume the role of Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Murnane also serves on the board of directors, and as Chief Financial Officer, of AIIA Sponsor Ltd., a Cayman Islands ordinary resident company and the sponsor of AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: AIIAU), a blank check special purpose acquisition company incorporated on May 13, 2025, as a Cayman Islands exempted company. He also serves on the board of directors, and as Chief Financial Officer, of AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp. Mr. Murnane has 30 years of senior executive experience, including 20 years as a Chief Operating Officer and/or Chief Financial Officer in the air transportation and aviation industry, including as Chief Executive Officer for ImperialJet S.a.l from 2013 to 2019, Chief Operating Officer and Acting Chief Financial Officer of VistaJet Holdings, S.A. in 2008, Chief Financial Officer of Mesa Air Group from 2002 to 2007, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of North-South Airways from 2000 to 2002, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of International Airline Support Group from 1996 to 2002 and Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Atlas Air, Inc. from 1995 to 1996. From 2009 until he joined Jet Token, Mr. Murnane was a managing partner of Barlow Partners, a consulting services firm providing operational and financial management, merger and acquisition, financing and restructuring expertise to industrial and financial companies. Mr. Murnane received an MBA with Distinction from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 1986 and a BA in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania in 1980. Mr. Murnane is also a Certified Public Accountant.
Patrick McNulty served as Jet Token’s Chief Operating Officer since June 2021 and now serves as Jet.AI’s Chief Operating Officer. Prior to joining Jet.AI, Mr. McNulty was employed by Honda Aircraft Company starting in 2013 and served in various roles, including as a manager of Sales Operations and Business Development with Honda Aircraft Company. While with Honda Aircraft Company, Mr. McNulty led the development of a sales engineering team and was instrumental in product development and market analysis for the manufacturer. Prior to Honda Aircraft Company, Mr. McNulty worked in the aircraft engine division of Rolls-Royce North America and at light jet manufacturer Eclipse Aviation. Mr. McNulty is a graduate of the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (BS Aerospace Engineering, MBA Aviation).
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Non-Employee Directors
Wrendon Timothy serves as our lead independent director, chairman of the audit committee, and member of the compensation, and nominating and corporate governance committees of the Board since August 2023. Mr. Timothy served as the Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer, Secretary and director of Oxbridge Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: OXAC) from April 2021 until the business combination with Jet.AI, and also served as a director on OXAC’s sponsor, OAC Sponsor Ltd. from April 2021 to March 2025. Mr. Timothy serves as a director of Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited (“Oxbridge Re”)(NASDAQ: OXBR) since November 2021, and has served as the Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary of Oxbridge Re since August 2013. In his role with Oxbridge Re, he has provided financial and accounting consulting services with a focus on technical and SEC reporting, compliance, internal auditing, corporate governance, mergers & acquisitions analysis, risk management, and CFO and controller services. Mr. Timothy also serves as an executive and director of Oxbridge Reinsurance Limited and Oxbridge Re NS, the licensed reinsurance subsidiaries of Oxbridge Re. Mr. Timothy also serves as a director of Oxbridge Re other subsidiaries SurancePlus Holdings Ltd., and SurancePlus Inc., a British Virgin Islands Web3 entity.
Mr. Timothy serves as an independent director, chairman of the audit committee, and member of the compensation, and nominating and corporate governance committees of the board of AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: AIIA-UN), a Cayman Islands-based blank check special purpose acquisition company (“SPAC”). Since May 2025, Mr. Timothy also serves as a director on AIIA Sponsor Ltd., the SPAC’s sponsor, in which Jet.AI owns a 49.9% equity interest.
Mr. Timothy holds directorship and leadership roles with a number of other privately-held companies, and also serves on various not-for-profit organizations, including his governance role as Chairman of Audit & Risk Committee of The Utility Regulation & Competition Office of the Cayman Islands from May 2021 to December 2022, and June 2023 to present.
Mr. Timothy started his financial career at PricewaterhouseCoopers (Trinidad) in 2004 as an Associate in their assurance division, performing external and internal audit work, and tax-related services. Throughout his career progression and transitions through KPMG Trinidad and PricewaterhouseCoopers (Cayman Islands), Mr. Timothy has successfully delivered services across both the public and private sectors. Mr. Timothy management roles allowed him to be heavily involved in the planning, budgeting, and leadership of engagement teams, serving as a liaison for senior client management, and advising on technical accounting matters. Mr. Timothy is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), a Chartered Corporate Secretary and also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration, with Distinction (with a Specialism in Finance (with Distinction)), from Heriot Watt University in Edinburg, Scotland. Mr. Timothy is an active Fellow Member of the ACCA, an active member of the Cayman Islands Institute of Professional Accountants (CIIPA), and an active Fellow Member of the Chartered Governance Institute, an active member of the Cayman Islands Directors Association (CIDA), holds the Accredited Director (Acc. Dir.) designation through the Chartered Governance Institute of Canada and has completed executive education at the Stanford Law School Directors’ College.
William L. Yankus has served as one of our independent directors since August 2021. Mr. Yankus is an experienced investment banking specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the insurance industry. Since July 2015, Mr. Yankus has served as Founder and Principal of Pheasant Hill Advisors, LLC, a Connecticut based consulting firm that provides various research, advisory, private equity capital raising and M&A services primarily to the insurance industry and insurance industry investors. Since March 2016, Mr. Yankus has served on the Board of directors of Kingstone Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: KINS), a New York based NASDAQ-listed property and casualty insurance company. He has also served as the Chairman of Kingstone’s Compensation Committee since April 2017. Mr. Yankus is also a Senior Advisor at Independent Insurance Analysts LLC, which provides investment analysis, credit research and investment banking services related to the life insurance industry. From September 2011 to June 2015, Mr. Yankus served as Managing Director for Sterne Agee. Prior to Sterne Agee, Mr. Yankus also held executive and leadership roles with other reputable financial services and investment banking firms, including serving as Head of Insurance Research at Macquarie Group from December 2009 to November 2010, Managing Director-Insurance Research for Fox-Pitt, Kelton from May 1993 to November 2009, and Vice President, Insurance Research at Conning & Company from June 1985 to April 1993. He completed the CFA program in 1989 and passed the CT uniform CPA exam in 1984. He received his B.A. degree in Economics and Accounting from The College of the Holy Cross.
Ehud Talmor (Maj. IAF Ret.) is a decorated, retired, senior officer from the Israeli Air Force with over twenty-five years of experience in all aspects of air combat and aircraft logistics. He began his career in 1995 as a fighter pilot and later, flight instructor. He subsequently took on a variety of supervisory roles, including F-16 deputy squadron commander. In 2007, he joined the Acquisitions Department of the Israeli Ministry of Defense and later held the position of Project Manager for three separate Air Force jet acquisition projects. The jet acquisition projects were: (1) the Beechcraft T-6II, (2) the Leonardo M-346, and (3) the Lockheed Martin F-35A. In addition to serving as Project Manager for the F-35 program, Mr. Talmor was also the Israeli Air Force’s Chief Instructor for the F-35. Mr. Talmor graduated from I.D.C. Herzliya with a B.A. in Psychology.
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Lt. Col. Ran David (IAF) is a decorated combat pilot in the Israeli Air Force. He has served as a Deputy Squadron Commander and spent over 20 years as a flight instructor. Throughout his career, one of Lt. Col David’s primary responsibilities has been to train, test and approve new IAF fighter pilots. Lt. Col David is a graduate of the USAF Air Command and Staff College and the University of Haifa. Today, Lt. Col. David serves as a pilot for EL AL Israel Airlines Ltd. In addition to his military service, Lt. Col. David is an experienced private business professional with a strong interest in emerging technologies, particularly in the energy sector. He actively seeks and evaluates innovative solutions and ventures in this field. We believe Lt. Col David is qualified to serve as a director because of his considerable aviation industry and pilot training experience.
Jeff Woods is currently the Co-Founder, Chief Product Officer, and a director of Puzl, Inc., a company using artificial intelligence to transform retail. He has served in these roles since 2020. From 2020 to 2025, he also served as President and Board Member of Woods Supermarket, Inc., a mid-sized family-owned chain of supermarkets operating across Missouri, which has been serving its communities for over 75 years. He has served in these roles since 2020. Prior to these roles, from 2011 to 2019, Mr. Woods served in roles of Vice President of Marketing Strategy and Chief Product Strategist with SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) in London and New York. From 2001 to 2011, Mr. Woods served as Vice President of Enterprise Applications Research at Gartner Inc (NYSE: IT) where he was the global lead for enterprise applications. Prior to this, Mr. Woods built and sold his own logistics company. Mr. Woods is a graduate of Cornell University in Applied Economics and holds an MBA from Columbia Business School. We believe Mr. Woods is qualified to serve as a director because of his considerable technology development, artificial intelligence, business and marketing experience.
Family Relationships
There are no familial relationships among the Jet.AI directors and executive officers.
Board Composition
The Board is comprised of seven directors and is divided into three classes with staggered three-year terms. At each annual meeting of stockholders, the successors to directors whose terms then expire will be elected to serve from the time of election and qualification until the third annual meeting following election. Jet.AI’s directors are among the three classes as follows:
| ● | the Class I directors are Lt. Col. Ran David and Jeffrey Woods and their terms will expire at the 2027 annual meeting of stockholders; | |
| ● | the Class II directors are William Yankus and Wrendon Timothy and their terms will expire at the 2028 annual meeting of stockholders; and | |
| ● | the Class III directors are Michael Winston, George Murnane and Ehud Talmor and their terms will expire at the 2026 annual meeting of stockholders. |
Directors in a particular class are elected for three-year terms at the annual meeting of stockholders in the year in which their terms expire. As a result, only one class of directors is elected at each annual meeting of Jet.AI stockholders, with the other classes continuing for the remainder of their respective three-year terms. Each director’s term continues until the election and qualification of his or her successor, or the earlier of his or her death, resignation or removal. This classification of the Board may have the effect of delaying or preventing changes in Jet.AI’s control or management.
The Company’s Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws provide that only the Board can fill vacant directorships, including newly-created seats. Any additional directorships resulting from an increase in the authorized number of directors would be distributed pro rata among the three classes so that, as nearly as possible, each class would consist of one-third of the authorized number of directors. The Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws also provide that Jet.AI’s directors may only be removed for cause and by the affirmative vote of the holders of at least two-thirds of the voting power of the then-outstanding shares entitled to vote in the election of directors, voting together as a single class.
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Director Independence
The Board determined that each of the directors serving on the Board, other than Michael Winston and George Murnane, qualifies as an independent director, as defined under the listing rules of Nasdaq, and the Board consists of a majority of “independent directors,” as defined under the applicable rules of the SEC and Nasdaq relating to director independence requirements. In addition, Jet.AI is subject to certain rules of the SEC and Nasdaq relating to the membership, qualifications and operations of the audit committee, as discussed below.
Board Leadership Structure
The Board does not have a policy requiring the positions of the Chairperson of the board of directors and Chief Executive Officer to be separate or held by the same individual. The members of the Board believe that this determination should be based on circumstances existing from time to time, based on criteria that are in Jet.AI’s best interests and the best interests of its stockholders, including the composition, skills and experience of the board and its members, specific challenges faced by Jet.AI or the industry in which it operates and governance efficiency. The Board adopted Corporate Governance Guidelines, which provide for the appointment of a lead independent director at any time when the Chairperson is not independent. Wrendon Timothy serves as the lead independent director.
Board Committees
The Board has established an audit committee, a compensation committee and a nominating and corporate governance committee, each of which have the composition and responsibilities described below. The Board and its committees set schedules for meeting throughout the year and can also hold special meetings and act by written consent from time to time, as appropriate. The Board delegates various responsibilities and authority to its committees and the committees regularly report on their activities and actions to the full board of directors. Members serve on these committees until their resignation or until otherwise determined by the Board. The Board may establish other committees to facilitate the management of the Company’s business as it deems necessary or appropriate from time to time.
Each committee of the Board operates under a written charter approved by the Board. Copies of each charter are posted on the Investor Relations section of Jet.AI’s website at investors.jet.ai. The inclusion of the Company’s website address or the reference to Jet.AI’s website in this Report does not include or incorporate by reference the information on the Company’s website into this Report.
Audit Committee
Jet.AI’s audit committee is comprised of Wrendon Timothy, William Yankus and Ehud Talmor, with Mr. Timothy serving as audit committee chairperson. The Board determined that Messrs. Timothy, Yankus and Talmor each meet the requirements for independence and financial literacy under the current Nasdaq listing standards and SEC rules and regulations, including Rule 10A-3. In addition, the Board determined that each of Messrs. Timothy and Yankus is an “audit committee financial expert” within the meaning of Item 407(d) of Regulation S-K promulgated under the Securities Act. This designation does not impose any duties, obligations or liabilities that are greater than are generally imposed on members of the audit committee and the Board. The audit committee is responsible for, among other things:
| ● | selecting a qualified firm to serve as the independent registered public accounting firm to audit Jet.AI’s financial statements; | |
| ● | helping to ensure the independence and overseeing the performance of the independent registered public accounting firm; | |
| ● | reviewing and discussing the results of the audit with the independent registered public accounting firm and reviewing, with management and that firm, Jet.AI’s interim and year-end operating results; | |
| ● | reviewing Jet.AI’s financial statements and critical accounting policies and estimates; | |
| ● | reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of Jet.AI’s internal controls; | |
| ● | developing procedures for employees to submit concerns anonymously about questionable accounting, internal accounting controls or audit matters; |
| ● | overseeing Jet.AI’s policies on risk assessment and risk management; | |
| ● | overseeing compliance with Jet.AI’s code of business conduct and ethics; | |
| ● | reviewing related party transactions; and | |
| ● | approving or, as permitted, pre-approving all audit and all permissible non-audit services (other than de minimis non-audit services) to be performed by the independent registered public accounting firm. |
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The audit committee operates under a written charter, which satisfies the applicable rules of the SEC and the listing standards of Nasdaq, and which is available on Jet.AI’s website. All audit services to be provided to Jet.AI and all permissible non-audit services, other than de minimis non-audit services, to be provided to Jet.AI by Jet.AI’s independent registered public accounting firm will be approved in advance by the audit committee.
Compensation Committee
Jet.AI’s compensation committee is comprised of Lt. Col. Ran David, Wrendon Timothy and Ehud Talmor, and Mr. Talmor is the chairperson of the compensation committee. The Board determined that each member of the compensation committee meets the requirements for independence under the current Nasdaq listing standards and SEC rules and regulations. Each member of the committee is a non-employee director, as defined in Rule 16b-3 promulgated under the Exchange Act. The compensation committee is responsible for, among other things:
| ● | reviewing, approving and determining, or making recommendations to the Board regarding, the compensation of Jet.AI’s executive officers, including the Chief Executive Officer; | |
| ● | making recommendations regarding non-employee director compensation to the full Board; | |
| ● | administering Jet.AI’s equity compensation plans and agreements with Jet.AI executive officers; | |
| ● | reviewing, approving and administering incentive compensation and equity compensation plans; and | |
| ● | reviewing and approving Jet.AI’s overall compensation philosophy. |
The compensation committee operates under a written charter, which satisfies the applicable rules of the SEC and Nasdaq listing standards, and is available on Jet.AI’s website.
Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee
The nominating and corporate governance committee is comprised of William Yankus, Wrendon Timothy and Jeff Woods, and Mr. Woods is the chairperson of the nominating and corporate governance committee. The Board determined that each member of the nominating and corporate governance committee meets the requirements for independence under the current Nasdaq listing standards and SEC rules and regulations. The nominating and corporate governance committee is responsible for, among other things:
| ● | identifying, evaluating and selecting, or making recommendations to the Board regarding nominees for election to the Board and its committees; | |
| ● | considering and making recommendations to the Board regarding the composition of the Board and its committees; | |
| ● | developing and making recommendations to the Board regarding corporate governance guidelines and matters; | |
| ● | overseeing Jet.AI’s corporate governance practices; | |
| ● | overseeing the evaluation and the performance of the Board and individual directors; and | |
| ● | contributing to succession planning. |
The nominating and corporate governance committee operates under a written charter, which satisfies the applicable rules of the SEC and Nasdaq listing standards and is available on Jet.AI’s website.
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Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
The Board adopted a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics that applies to all of Jet.AI’s directors, officers and employees, including Jet.AI’s principal executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer or controller or persons performing similar functions. The Code of Business Conduct and Ethics is available on the Corporate Governance section of Jet.AI’s website at https://investors.jet.ai/documents-charters. In addition, Jet.AI has posted on the Corporate Governance section of Jet.AI’s website all disclosures that are required by law or the listing standards of Nasdaq concerning any amendments to, or waivers from, any provision of the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation
None of the members of the Jet.AI compensation committee is or has been at any time one of Jet.AI’s officers or employees. None of Jet.AI’s executive officers currently serve, or in the past fiscal year has served, as a member of the board of directors or compensation committee (or other board of directors committee performing equivalent functions or, in the absence of any such committee, the entire board of directors) of any entity that has or has had one or more executive officers serving as a member of the Board or compensation committee.
Limitation on Liability and Indemnification of Directors and Officers
The Certificate of Incorporation limits Jet.AI’s directors’ liability to the fullest extent permitted under the DGCL. The DGCL provides that directors of a corporation will not be personally liable for monetary damages for breach of their fiduciary duties as directors, except for liability:
| ● | for any transaction from which the director derives an improper personal benefit; | |
| ● | for any act or omission not in good faith or that involves intentional misconduct or a knowing violation of law; | |
| ● | for any unlawful payment of dividends or redemption of shares; or | |
| ● | for any breach of a director’s duty of loyalty to the corporation or its stockholders. |
If the DGCL is amended to authorize corporate action further eliminating or limiting the personal liability of directors, then the liability of Jet.AI’s directors will be eliminated or limited to the fullest extent permitted by the DGCL, as so amended.
Delaware law and the Bylaws provide that Jet.AI will, in certain situations, indemnify Jet.AI’s directors and officers and may indemnify other employees and other agents, to the fullest extent permitted by law. Any indemnified person is also entitled, subject to certain limitations, to advancement, direct payment or reimbursement of reasonable expenses (including attorneys’ fees and disbursements) in advance of the final disposition of the proceeding.
In addition, Jet.AI has entered into separate indemnification agreements with Jet.AI’s directors and officers. These agreements, among other things, require Jet.AI to indemnify its directors and officers for certain expenses, including attorneys’ fees, judgments, fines and settlement amounts incurred by a director or officer in any action or proceeding arising out of their services as one of Jet.AI’s directors or officers or any other company or enterprise to which the person provides services at Jet.AI’s request.
Jet.AI also maintains a directors’ and officers’ insurance policy pursuant to which Jet.AI’s directors and officers are insured against liability for actions taken in their capacities as directors and officers. We believe these provisions in the Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws, and these indemnification agreements are necessary to attract and retain qualified persons as directors and officers.
Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act may be permitted to directors, officers or control persons, in the opinion of the SEC, such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act and is therefore unenforceable.
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Section 16(a) Reports
Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act requires the Company’s directors and executive officers, persons who beneficially own more than 10% of a registered class of the Company’s equity securities, and certain other persons to file reports of ownership and changes in ownership on Forms 3, 4 and 5 with the SEC, and to furnish the Company with copies of the forms. Based on its review of the forms filed with the SEC, or representations from reporting persons, the Company believes that during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 all of its directors, executive officers, and greater than 10% beneficial owners filed such reports in a timely manner; provided however, in December 2025 each of our executive officers (being Messrs. Winston, McNulty and Murnane filed a Form 4 to report an option grant received in September 2024).
Insider Trading Policy
Item 11 Executive Compensation
Jet.AI is a smaller reporting company and an “emerging growth company” within the meaning of the JOBS Act and has opted to comply with the executive compensation disclosure rules applicable to such companies. These rules provide for reduced compensation disclosure for the principal executive officer and the two most highly compensated executive officers other than the principal executive officer (the “named executive officers”). This section provides an overview of our executive compensation programs, including a narrative description of the material factors necessary to understand the information disclosed in the summary compensation table below. In order to provide a fuller understanding of the compensation arrangements with our executive officers, the Company has presented full year 2025 and 2024 information, including compensation paid by Jet Token prior to the completion of the Business Combination.
For fiscal year 2025 and 2024, the named executive officers were:
| ● | Michael Winston, Executive Chairman and Interim Chief Executive Officer; | |
| ● | George Murnane, Interim Chief Financial Officer; and | |
| ● | Patrick McNulty, Chief Operating Officer. |
Jet.AI believes its compensation programs should promote the success of the Company and align executive incentives with the long-term interests of its stockholders. Jet.AI’s compensation programs reflect its startup origins and consist primarily of salary, bonus and equity awards. As Jet.AI’s needs evolve, it intends to continue to evaluate its philosophy and compensation programs as circumstances require.
Summary Compensation Table
The following table provides information concerning compensation awarded to, earned by, and paid to each of the named executive officers for services rendered to Jet.AI and Jet Token in all capacities during the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively:
| Name and Principal Position | Year | Salary ($) | Bonus / Commission ($) | Option Awards(1)($) | All Other Compensation ($)(1,2) | Total ($) | ||||||||||||||||||
| Michael D. Winston | 2025 | $ | 367,231 | $ | 57,750 | $ | -- | $ | 68,461 | $ | 493,422 | |||||||||||||
| Founder Executive Chairman and Interim Chief Executive Officer; Treasurer | 2024 | $ | 357,606 | $ | 100,000 | $ | 32,760 | $ | 64,796 | $ | 555,162 | |||||||||||||
| George Murnane | 2025 | $ | 233,654 | $ | 100,000 | $ | -- | $ | 112,166 | $ | 445,820 | |||||||||||||
| Interim Chief Financial Officer and President | 2024 | $ | 232,212 | $ | 100,000 | $ | 4,914 | $ | 58,008 | $ | 395,134 | |||||||||||||
| Patrick McNulty | 2025 | $ | 190,769 | $ | 21,352 | $ | -- | $ | 52,836 | $ | 264,957 | |||||||||||||
| Chief Operating Officer | 2024 | $ | 185,769 | $ | 47,732 | $ | 7,371 | $ | 45,192 | $ | 286,064 | |||||||||||||
(1) The amounts in this column do not represent amounts the named executive officers received or are entitled to receive. Rather, the reported amounts represent the aggregate grant date fair value of option awards granted to each named executive officer, computed in accordance with FASB ASC Topic 718, as further described in Note 2 of the notes to our Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report, which contains a discussion of all assumptions made by us in determining the grant date fair value of our equity awards. The reported amounts do not reflect the risk the option awards may be forfeited in certain circumstances and, for awards that are subject to performance conditions, the risk there is no payout because the performance conditions are not met.
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(2) The reported amounts of all other compensation for 2025 include the following items:
| Name | Contributions to Qualified Defined Contribution Plan(a) | Fringe Benefits(b) | Health and Disability Benefits(c) | |||||||||
| Michael D. Winston | $ | 14,130 | $ | 8,640 | $ | 45,691 | ||||||
| George Murnane | $ | 13,132 | $ | 53,368 | $ | 42,143 | ||||||
| Patrick McNulty | $ | — | $ | 7,200 | $ | 45,636 | ||||||
| (a) | Represents Jet.AI’s contributions to the Jet.AI 401(k) Retirement Plan, a broad-based tax qualified defined contribution plan, based on the same fixed and matching contribution formula applicable to all participants in this plan. |
| (b) | Represents amounts paid directly to the named executive officer for certain fringe benefits including: |
| ● | Bi-weekly reimbursement for automotive costs (up to $600); | |
| ● | Bi-weekly reimbursement for mobile phone costs (up to $150); | |
| ● | Bi-weekly reimbursement for health club (up to $100); | |
| ● | For employees that opt for the High Deductible Health Plan offered by our healthcare provider, a $1,500 annual tax-free contribution to an HSA by the company on the employee’s behalf; and | |
| ● | Employee achievement awards - up to $1,600 of non-taxable tangible personal property each year, other than cash, cash equivalent or gift card Employee achievement awards (up to $1,600). |
| (c) | Represents amounts paid by the Company towards the named executive officer’s health, dental and vision insurance, health savings account and life insurance expenses. |
Narrative Disclosure to Summary Compensation Table
For the 2025 and 2024 fiscal years, the compensation program for Jet.AI’s named executive officers consisted of base salary, bonus and equity awards.
Compensation Arrangements
The terms of the employment agreements and arrangements for our named executive officers that were in effect during 2024 and 2025 are disclosed below.
Michael Winston
On August 8, 2023, Michael Winston entered into an employment offer letter to serve as the Company’s Executive Chairman and as the interim chief executive officer. Pursuant to the offer letter, Mr. Winston is entitled to receive a base salary of $385,000.00 and eligible to participate in the Company’s performance bonus program, which is expected to be established by June 30, 2026. Mr. Winston is entitled to participate in the Company’s commission plan for new customer sales and renewal customers and sales of aircraft. Mr. Winston is eligible for a special cash bonus of $1,500,000 upon a “Change of Control.” Pursuant to the offer letter, if Mr. Winston’s employment is terminated without “Cause” or for “Good Reason” (as such terms are defined in the offer letter), Mr. Winston will be entitled to severance in the amount equal to three times his then current base salary, less all applicable withholdings and deductions, paid over a 12 month period, conditioned upon Mr. Winston delivering a general release of claims in favor of the Company within 30 days following his termination date.
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George Murnane
On August 10, 2023, Mr. Murnane, entered into an amended and restated employment offer letter to serve as the chief financial officer of the Company until a replacement chief financial officer is appointed by the Company, at which point he will become the chief executive officer of the Company. Pursuant to the employment offer letter, Mr. Murnane is entitled to receive a base salary of $250,000 and eligible to participate in the Company’s performance bonus program. Mr. Winston is entitled to participate in the Company’s commission plan for new customer sales and renewal customers and sales of aircraft. Mr. Murnane will be eligible for a special cash bonus of $1,500,000 upon a Change of Control (as defined in the offer letter). Pursuant to the offer letter, if Mr. Murnane’s employment is terminated without “Cause” or for “Good Reason”, Mr. Murnane is entitled to severance in the amount equal to one times his then current base salary, less all applicable withholdings and deductions, paid over a 12 month period, conditioned upon Mr. Murnane delivering a general release of claims in favor of the Company within 30 days following his termination date.
Patrick McNulty
On July 11, 2023, Patrick McNulty entered into an amended and restated employment offer letter to serve as the Company’s Chief Operating Officer. Pursuant to the offer letter, Mr. McNulty is entitled to receive a base salary of $200,000.00 and will be eligible to participate in the Company’s performance bonus program, which is expected to be established by June 30, 2026. Mr. McNulty is entitled to participate in the Company’s commission plan for new customer sales and renewal customers and sales of aircraft.
New Employment Agreements
On December 31, 2025, we entered into amended and restated employment agreements (the “Employment Agreements”) with Mr. Winston and Mr. Murnane. The initial term of each Employment Agreement began on December 31, 2025, and will end on December 31, 2028, subject to potential automatic renewal as described in each agreement.
Effective January 1, 2026, Mr. Winston will receive an annual base salary of $425,000 and Mr. Murnane will receive an annual base salary of $300,000. During the term of each Employment Agreement, the Board has the right to increase, but not decrease, each executive’s salary. The Board will increase each executive’s salary beginning on January 1 of each year by an amount at least equal to the product of the executive’s annual salary for the prior calendar year and the increase in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Consumers for such year. Additionally, Mr. Winston and Mr. Murnane are eligible for additional annual salary merit increases based on the evaluation of his performance as determined by the Board in its sole discretion.
In the event that the Company completes a financing, or series of financings or strategic transactions, resulting in the Company’s market capitalization reaching at least $250 million, Mr. Winston’s annual base salary will automatically increase to $550,000 and Mr. Murnane’s annual base salary will automatically increase to $425,000 (each, an “Increased Salary”). If the Company’s market capitalization following such financing equals or exceeds $100 million, but is less than $250 million, the executive’s annual base salary will be adjusted on a straight-line prorated basis between the executive’s then-current base salary and the applicable Increased Salary.
Each executive is eligible for a discretionary annual cash bonus of a target amount equal to 100% of their salary (“Target Bonus Amount”), subject to review and adjustment by the Board. Whether each executive earns any bonus will be dependent upon the executive’s continuous performance of services to the Company through the last date of the applicable performance period and the achievement by the executive and the Company of the applicable performance targets and goals set by the Board or its Compensation Committee. The Board or its Compensation Committee will determine the extent to which each executive and the Company have achieved the performance goals and the amount of the bonus, if any. Any such discretionary bonus could be above or below the Target Bonus Amount and up to 40% of the Target Bonus Amount may be paid in immediately vested stock as determined by the Board or its Compensation Committee.
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Mr. Winston and Mr. Murnane are eligible to participate in any equity incentive plan, restricted share plan, share award plan, stock appreciation rights plan, stock option plan or similar plan adopted by the Company on the same terms and conditions applicable to other senior executives. Additionally, in the event of a Change of Control (as defined in the Employment Agreements), any then-unvested outstanding restricted common stock and options previously granted under the Company’s equity incentive plans will become fully vested. Further, Mr. Winston and Mr. Murnane are each entitled to receive a special cash bonus of $1,500,000 upon the effective date of the anticipated Change of Control that will occur as a result of the proposed transactions between the Company and flyExclusive,.
If either Mr. Winston or Mr. Murnane is terminated without Cause or resigns for Good Reason (each as defined in the Employment Agreements), then:
| ● | the executive will be entitled to receive, in cash, an amount equal to any earned but unpaid salary owed by the Company to the executive as of the termination date; |
| ● | the executive will be entitled to receive, in cash, a lump sum of an amount equal to the executive’s salary that would have been payable beginning on the termination date and ending on the third anniversary of the termination date (the “Severance Period”); |
| ● | the executive will be entitled to receive, in cash, as a one-time lump sum, the Target Bonus Amount for each year during the Severance Period, assuming full achievement of performance targets under and the Company’s long-term and short-term incentive plans; |
| ● | the executive will be entitled to receive the same monthly insurance and other benefits under his Employment Agreement during the Severance Period; and |
| ● | all unvested restricted shares, options, and warrants granted to the executive during the term of his Employment Agreement will become fully vested and non-forfeitable as of the termination date. |
2024 and 2025 Equity Awards
During 2024, Mr. Winston, Mr. Murnane and Mr. McNulty received options to purchase 1,778 shares, 267 shares and 400 shares of our Common Stock, respectively. None of our named executive officers were granted stock options during 2025.
On the recommendation of an independent third-party executive compensation consultant, the Board awarded each of Messrs. Winston, Murnane, and McNulty 10 PSUs for each of Messrs. Winston, Murnane, and McNulty. These PSU Awards represent the right to receive shares of our Common Stock upon vesting of the PSU, which will occur either (i) incrementally upon the achievement of certain defined growth of our market capitalization or (ii) entirely upon (A) a Change in Control (as defined in the Omnibus Incentive Plan), unless determined otherwise by a unanimous vote of the disinterested members of the Board, (B) termination of the holder’s employment without Cause (as defined in the Omnibus Incentive Plan), or (C) resignation of employment by the holder for Good Reason (as defined in the Omnibus Incentive Plan). We have agreed to issue and deliver shares of our Common Stock underlying vested PSUs as soon as administratively practicable after vesting, but in no event later than the fifteenth day of the third month immediately following the end of our fiscal year in which the PSU vested. We believe that the Transactions with flyExclusive will qualify as a Change in Control for purposes of the PSUs, which would result in all PSUs becoming immediately vested.
Absent a Change in Control, the first PSU vests upon us achieving, and sustaining for sixty (60) days, $5 million in market capitalization—defined as the product of (i) our outstanding shares of Common Stock as of a certain date, multiplied by (ii) the value weighted average price of our common stock on the same date. This vesting trigger has been met and, therefore, we are obligated to issue the shares of Common Stock underlying one PSU for each PSU holder no later than March 15, 2026, in accordance with the terms of each PSU holder’s PSU award agreement. Each additional PSU will vest upon us achieving, and sustaining for sixty (60) days, an additional $5 million in market capitalization (up to a market capitalization of $50 million).
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Upon vesting, a holder of a PSU is entitled to receive a number of shares of our common stock equal to (i) the product of (A) the amount of our market capitalization metric that triggered vesting multiplied by (B) the market cap percentage set forth in the holder’s PSU award agreement, divided by (ii) the weighted average price of our common stock on the date the PSU vests (rounded down). We calibrated the PSU Awards to generate less than or equal to 19% of the then current shares of our Common Stock outstanding, consistent with the scale of a reasonable and customary equity compensation plan. For purposes of the formula the market cap percentages in the table set forth below have been assigned to our named executive officers:
| Company Market Capitalization Metric | Michael Winston Market Cap Percentage | George Murnane Market Cap Percentage | Patrick McNulty Market Cap Percentage | |||||||||||
| $ | 5,000,000 | 1 | % | 0.5 | % | 0.1 | % | |||||||
| $ | 10,000,000 | 1 | % | 0.5 | % | 0.1 | % | |||||||
| $ | 15,000,000 | 1 | % | 0.5 | % | 0.1 | % | |||||||
| $ | 20,000,000 | 1 | % | 0.5 | % | 0.1 | % | |||||||
| $ | 25,000,000 | 1 | % | 0.5 | % | 0.1 | % | |||||||
| $ | 30,000,000 | 1 | % | 0.5 | % | 0.1 | % | |||||||
| $ | 35,000,000 | 1 | % | 0.5 | % | 0.1 | % | |||||||
| $ | 40,000,000 | 1 | % | 0.5 | % | 0.1 | % | |||||||
| $ | 45,000,000 | 1 | % | 0.5 | % | 0.1 | % | |||||||
| $ | 50,000,000 | 1 | % | 0.5 | % | 0.1 | % | |||||||
| TOTAL | 10 | % | 5 | % | 4 | % | ||||||||
Benefits and Perquisites
We have a Fringe Benefit Perk Policy for all full-time employees. This policy provides for the following fringe benefits:
| ● | Bi-weekly reimbursement for automotive costs (up to $600); | |
| ● | Bi-weekly reimbursement for mobile phone costs (up to $150); | |
| ● | Bi-weekly reimbursement for health club (up to $100); | |
| ● | For employees that opt for the High Deductible Health Plan offered by our healthcare provider, a $1,500 annual tax-free contribution to an HSA by the company on the employee’s behalf; and | |
| ● | Employee achievement awards - up to $1,600 of non-taxable tangible personal property each year, other than cash, cash equivalent or gift card Employee achievement awards (up to $1,600). |
The Company also provides a tax-qualified Section 401(k) plan to its employees for which the Company matches 100% of contributions up to 6% of the employee’s salary. In addition, directors and officers may make personal use of Company aircraft provided (1) the aircraft and its crew cannot reasonably be utilized for profit during the time required to safely execute a proposed flight, (2) the aircraft and its pilots are not moved out of geographical position so as to impair the company’s ability to utilize it (or them) for profit thereafter, (3) ample aircraft and crew are available at the time of departure to service customers, (4) a customary charter trip sheet is generated for the flight and retained electronically for not less than 12 months, (5) at least one officer and one director must both review and approve the trip sheet, and (6) the value of the charter flight for an aircraft in that category is independently quoted and retained with the trip sheet. If these conditions are met, the relevant employee is responsible for paying:
| ● | 2.0x the cost of fuel, oil, lubricants, and other additives. | |
| ● | Travel expenses of the crew, including food, lodging, and ground transportation. | |
| ● | Hangar and tie-down costs away from the aircraft’s base of operation. | |
| ● | Insurance obtained for the specific flight. | |
| ● | Landing fees, airport taxes, and similar assessments. | |
| ● | Customs, foreign permit, and similar fees directly related to the flight. | |
| ● | In-flight food and beverages. | |
| ● | Passenger ground transportation. | |
| ● | Flight planning and weather contract services. |
The contributions made on behalf of the named executive officers for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 are disclosed above in the notes to the Summary Compensation Table.
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Outstanding Equity Awards at Fiscal Year-End Table
The following table provides information regarding each outstanding option award or unvested stock award held by Messrs. Winston, Murnane and McNulty as of December 31, 2025.
| Option Awards | Stock Awards | |||||||||||||||||
| Name | Number of Securities Underlying Unexercised Options (#) Exercisable | Number of Securities Underlying Unexercised Options (#) Unexercisable | Options Exercise Price ($) | Option Expiration Date | Equity Incentive Plan Awards: Market or Payout Value of Unearned Shares, Units or Other Rights That Have Not Vested ($)(1) | |||||||||||||
| Michael Winston | 645 | 1,133 | $ | 24.345 | 9/24/34 | $ | 4,950,000 | |||||||||||
| George Murnane | 864 | - | $ | 186.75 | 9/23/29 | |||||||||||||
| 864 | - | $ | 186.75 | 9/23/29 | ||||||||||||||
| 1,727 | - | $ | 938.25 | 12/31/30 | ||||||||||||||
| 1,649 | - | $ | 2,344.50 | 7/30/31 | ||||||||||||||
| 137 | - | $ | 2,344.50 | 3/16/32 | ||||||||||||||
| 498 | 167 | $ | 562.50 | 9/22/33 | ||||||||||||||
| 89 | (2) | 176 | $ | 24.345 | 9/24/34 | $ | 2,475,000 | |||||||||||
| Patrick McNulty | 13 | - | $ | 2,344.50 | 8/2/31 | |||||||||||||
| 55 | - | $ | 2,344.50 | 7/1/31 | ||||||||||||||
| 68 | - | $ | 2,344.50 | 7/1/31 | ||||||||||||||
| 136 | - | $ | 2,344.50 | 10/31/31 | ||||||||||||||
| 136 | - | $ | 2,344.50 | 1/5/32 | ||||||||||||||
| 17 | - | $ | 2,344.50 | 3/1/32 | ||||||||||||||
| 34 | - | $ | 2,344.50 | 8/31/32 | ||||||||||||||
| 68 | - | $ | 2,344.50 | 9/30/32 | ||||||||||||||
| 165 | 56 | $ | 562.50 | 9/22/33 | ||||||||||||||
| 133 | (2) | 266 | $ | 24.345 | 9/24/34 | $ | 495,000 | |||||||||||
| (1) | The amounts reported relate to the unvested portions of the PSUs described above under “—2025 and 2024 Equity Awards.” | |
| (2) | These option grants were made pursuant to the Omnibus Incentive Plan. |
Equity Grant Timing
The Board does not determine the timing or terms of equity awards, including stock options or similar awards whose exercise price is related to the market value of our common stock, in connection with the release of material nonpublic information that is likely to result in changes to the price of our common stock, such as a significant positive or negative earnings announcement, and we do not time the public release of such information based on stock option grant dates. During fiscal year 2025, there were no equity awards granted to any of our named executive officers within either four business days before or one business day after the filing of our Annual Report on Form 10-K, our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and any Current Report on Form 8-K that contained any material nonpublic information.
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The Omnibus Incentive Plan
In connection with the Business Combination, we adopted the Omnibus Incentive Plan. At the 2024 annual meeting of stockholders our stockholders approved the Omnibus Incentive Plan that established a fixed number of shares of Common Stock that may be issued under the plan and to eliminate an evergreen provision. At the 2025 annual meeting of stockholders, our stockholders approved an amendment to the Omnibus Incentive Plan that increased the number of shares of Common Stock that may be issued under the plan. The Omnibus Incentive Plan provides for the grant of equity awards to employees, outside directors, and consultants, including the direct award or sale of shares, stock options, and restricted stock units to purchase shares. The Omnibus Incentive Plan is a continuation of the 2018 Plan and 2021 Plan, which were assumed from Jet Token and amended, restated and re-named into the form of the Omnibus Incentive Plan effective as of the consummation of the Business Combination. As of the date of this Report, the maximum number of shares of Common Stock available for issuance under the Omnibus Incentive Plan is 775,000 shares of Common Stock plus an amount of shares of Common Stock that will account for all shares of Common Stock issuable in connection with the vesting of the PSUs previously granted to certain members of our executive management team that are available for future issuance under the Omnibus Incentive Plan.
Summary
The following is a summary of the principal features of the Omnibus Incentive Plan. The summary is qualified in its entirety by reference to the full text of the Omnibus Incentive Plan.
Purpose
The purpose of the Omnibus Incentive Plan is to advance the interests of Jet.AI and its stockholders by enabling Jet.AI and its subsidiaries and affiliates to attract and retain qualified individuals to perform services, by providing incentive compensation for such individuals in a form that is linked to the growth and profitability of Jet.AI and increases in stockholder value, and by providing opportunities for equity participation that align the interests of recipients with those of its stockholders.
Administration
The board of directors of Jet.AI administers the Omnibus Incentive Plan. The board has the authority under the Omnibus Incentive Plan to delegate plan administration to a committee of the board or a subcommittee thereof. The board of directors of Jet.AI or the committee of the board to which administration of the Omnibus Incentive Plan has been delegated is referred to in this Report as the Committee. Subject to certain limitations, the Committee will have broad authority under the terms of the Omnibus Incentive Plan to take certain actions under the plan.
To the extent permitted by applicable law and subject to certain limitations as provided in the Omnibus Incentive Plan, the Committee may delegate to one or more of its members or to one or more officers of Jet.AI such administrative duties or powers under the Omnibus Incentive Plan, as it may deem advisable.
No Re-pricing
The Committee may not, without prior approval of the stockholders of Jet.AI, effect any re-pricing of any previously granted “underwater” option or SAR by: (i) amending or modifying the terms of the option or SAR to lower the exercise price or grant price; (ii) canceling the underwater option or SAR in exchange for (A) cash; (B) replacement options or SARs having a lower exercise price or grant price; or (C) other awards; or (iii) repurchasing the underwater options or SARs and granting new awards under the Omnibus Incentive Plan. An option or SAR will be deemed to be “underwater” at any time when the fair market value of Common Stock of Jet.AI is less than the exercise price of the option or the grant price of the SAR.
Stock Subject to the Omnibus Incentive Plan
The maximum number of shares of Common Stock available for issuance under the Omnibus Incentive Plan is 775,000 shares of Common Stock plus an amount of shares of Common Stock that will account for all shares of Common Stock issuable in connection with the vesting of the PSUs previously granted to certain members of our executive management team.
Shares that are issued under the Omnibus Incentive Plan or that are subject to outstanding awards will be applied to reduce the maximum number of shares remaining available for issuance under the Omnibus Incentive Plan only to the extent they are used; provided, however, that the full number of shares subject to a stock-settled SAR or other stock-based award will be counted against the shares authorized for issuance under the Omnibus Incentive Plan, regardless of the number of shares actually issued upon settlement of such SAR or other stock-based award. Any shares withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations on awards issued under the Omnibus Incentive Plan, any shares withheld to pay the exercise price or grant price of awards under the Omnibus Incentive Plan and any shares not issued or delivered as a result of the “net exercise” of an outstanding option or settlement of a SAR in shares will not be counted against the shares authorized for issuance under the Omnibus Incentive Plan and will be available again for grant under the Omnibus Incentive Plan. Shares subject to awards settled in cash will again be available for issuance pursuant to awards granted under the Omnibus Incentive Plan. Any shares related to awards granted under the Omnibus Incentive Plan that terminate by expiration, forfeiture, cancellation or otherwise without the issuance of the shares will be available again for grant under the Omnibus Incentive Plan. Any shares repurchased by Jet.AI on the open market using the proceeds from the exercise of an award will not increase the number of shares available for future grant of awards. To the extent permitted by applicable law, shares issued in assumption of, or in substitution for, any outstanding awards of any entity acquired in any form of combination by Jet.AI or a subsidiary or otherwise will not be counted against shares available for issuance pursuant to the Omnibus Incentive Plan. The shares available for issuance under the Omnibus Incentive Plan may be authorized and unissued shares or treasury shares.
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Adjustments
In the event of any reorganization, merger, consolidation, recapitalization, liquidation, reclassification, stock dividend, stock split, combination of shares, rights offering, divestiture or extraordinary dividend (including a spin off) or other similar change in the corporate structure or shares of Common Stock of Jet.AI, the Committee will make the appropriate adjustment or substitution. These adjustments or substitutions may be to the number and kind of securities and property that may be available for issuance under the Omnibus Incentive Plan. In order to prevent dilution or enlargement of the rights of participants, the Committee may also adjust the number, kind, and exercise price or grant price of securities or other property subject to outstanding awards.
Eligible Participants
Awards may be granted to employees, non-employee directors and consultants of Jet.AI or any of its subsidiaries. A “consultant” for purposes of the Omnibus Incentive Plan is one who renders services to Jet.AI or its subsidiaries that are not in connection with the offer and sale of its securities in a capital raising transaction and do not directly or indirectly promote or maintain a market for its securities.
Types of Awards
The Omnibus Incentive Plan permits Jet.AI to grant non-statutory and incentive stock options, stock appreciation rights (“SARs”), restricted stock awards, restricted stock units, deferred stock units, performance awards, non-employee director awards and other stock-based awards. Awards may be granted either alone or in addition to or in tandem with any other type of award.
Stock Options
Stock options entitle the holder to purchase a specified number of shares of Common Stock of Jet.AI at a specified price, which is called the exercise price, subject to the terms and conditions of the stock option grant. The Omnibus Incentive Plan permits the grant of both non-statutory and incentive stock options. Incentive stock options may be granted solely to eligible employees of Jet.AI or its subsidiaries. Each stock option granted under the Omnibus Incentive Plan must be evidenced by an award agreement that specifies the exercise price, the term, the number of shares underlying the stock option, the vesting and any other conditions. The exercise price of each stock option granted under the Omnibus Incentive Plan must be at least 100% of the fair market value of a share of Common Stock of Jet.AI as of the date the award is granted to a participant. Fair market value under the Omnibus Incentive Plan means, unless otherwise determined by the Committee, the closing sale price of Common Stock of Jet.AI, as reported on Nasdaq, on the grant date. The Committee will fix the terms and conditions of each stock option, subject to certain restrictions, such as a ten-year maximum term.
Stock Appreciation Rights
A SAR is a right granted to receive payment of cash, stock, or a combination of both equal to the difference between the fair market value of shares of our Common Stock and the grant price of such shares. Each SAR granted must be evidenced by an award agreement that specifies the grant price, the term, and such other provisions as the board may determine. The grant price of a SAR must be at least 100% of the fair market value of our Common Stock on the date of grant. The board fixes the term of each SAR, but SARs granted under the Omnibus Incentive Plan will not be exercisable more than 10 years after the date the SAR is granted.
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Restricted Stock Awards, Restricted Stock Units and Deferred Stock Units
Restricted stock awards, restricted stock units, or RSUs, and/or deferred stock units, or DSUs, may be granted under the Omnibus Incentive Plan. A restricted stock award is an award of Common Stock of Jet.AI that is subject to restrictions on transfer and risk of forfeiture upon certain events, typically including termination of service. RSUs are similar to restricted stock awards except that no shares are actually awarded to the participant on the grant date. DSUs permit the holder to receive shares of Common Stock or the equivalent value in cash or other property at a future time as determined by the board. The Committee will determine, and set forth in an award agreement, the period of restriction, the number of shares of restricted stock awards or the number of RSUs or DSUs granted, and other such conditions or restrictions.
Performance Awards
Performance awards, in the form of cash, shares of Common Stock of Jet.AI, other awards or a combination of both, may be granted under the Omnibus Incentive Plan in such amounts and upon such terms as the Committee may determine. The Committee shall determine, and set forth in an award agreement, the amount of cash and/or number of shares or other awards, the performance goals, the performance periods and other terms and conditions. The extent to which the participant achieves his or her performance goals during the applicable performance period will determine the amount of cash and/or number of shares or other awards earned by the participant. The Committee retains discretion to adjust performance awards either upward or downward, either on a formula or discretionary basis or any combination, as the Committee determines.
Non-Employee Director Awards; Limit on Non-Employee Director Compensation
The Committee at any time and from time-to-time may approve resolutions providing for the automatic or other grant to non-employee directors of awards. Such awards may be granted singly, in combination, or in tandem, and may be granted pursuant to such terms, conditions and limitations as the Committee may establish in its sole discretion consistent with the provisions of the Omnibus Incentive Plan. The Committee may permit non-employee directors to elect to receive all or any portion of their annual retainers, meeting fees or other fees in restricted stock, RSUs, DSUs or other stock-based awards in lieu of cash. Under the Omnibus Incentive Plan the sum of any cash compensation, or other compensation, and the value (determined as of the grant date in accordance with Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification Topic 718, or any successor thereto) of awards granted to a non-employee director as compensation for services as a non-employee director during any fiscal year may not exceed $750,000 (increased to $800,000 with respect to any Non-Employee Director serving as Chairman of the Board or Lead Independent Director).
Other Stock-Based Awards
Consistent with the terms of the plan, other stock-based awards may be granted to participants in such amounts and upon such terms as the Committee may determine.
Dividend Equivalents
With the exception of stock options, SARs, and unvested performance awards, awards under the Omnibus Incentive Plan may, in the Committee’s discretion, earn dividend equivalents with respect to the cash or stock dividends or other distributions that would have been paid on the shares of Common Stock of Jet.AI covered by such award had such shares been issued and outstanding on the dividend payment date. However, no dividends may be paid on awards until they are vested. Such dividend equivalents will be converted to cash or additional shares of Common Stock of Jet.AI by such formula and at such time and subject to such limitations as determined by the Committee.
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Termination of Employment or Other Service
The Omnibus Incentive Plan provides for certain default rules in the event of a termination of a participant’s employment or other service. These default rules may be modified in an award agreement or an individual agreement between Jet.AI and a participant. If a participant’s employment or other service with Jet.AI is terminated for cause, then all outstanding awards held by such participant will be terminated and forfeited. In the event a participant’s employment or other service with Jet.AI is terminated by reason of death, disability or retirement, then:
| ● | All outstanding stock options (excluding non-employee director options in the case of retirement) and SARs held by the participant will, to the extent exercisable, remain exercisable for a period of one year after such termination, but not later than the date the stock options or SARs expire; | |
| ● | All outstanding stock options and SARs that are not exercisable and all outstanding restricted stock will be terminated and forfeited; and | |
| ● | All outstanding unvested RSUs, performance awards and other stock-based awards held by the participant will terminate and be forfeited. However, with respect to any awards that vest based on the achievement of performance goals, if a participant’s employment or other service with Jet.AI or any subsidiary is terminated prior to the end of the performance period of such award, but after the conclusion of a portion of the performance period (but in no event less than one year), the Committee may, in its sole discretion, cause shares to be delivered or payment made with respect to the participant’s award, but only if otherwise earned for the entire performance period and only with respect to the portion of the applicable performance period completed at the date of such event, with proration based on the number of months or years that the participant was employed or performed services during the performance period. |
In the event a participant’s employment or other service with Jet.AI is terminated by reason other than for cause, death, disability or retirement, then:
| ● | All outstanding stock options (including non-employee director options) and SARs held by the participant that then are exercisable will remain exercisable for three months after the date of such termination, but will not be exercisable later than the date the stock options or SARs expire; | |
| ● | All outstanding restricted stock will be terminated and forfeited; and | |
| ● | All outstanding unvested RSUs, performance awards and other stock-based awards will be terminated and forfeited. However, with respect to any awards that vest based on the achievement of performance goals, if a participant’s employment or other service with Jet.AI or any subsidiary is terminated prior to the end of the performance period of such award, but after the conclusion of a portion of the performance period (but in no event less than one year), the Committee may, in its sole discretion, cause shares to be delivered or payment made with respect to the participant’s award, but only if otherwise earned for the entire performance period and only with respect to the portion of the applicable performance period completed at the date of such event, with proration based on the number of months or years that the participant was employed or performed services during the performance period. |
Modification of Rights upon Termination
Upon a participant’s termination of employment or other service with Jet.AI or any subsidiary, the Committee may, in its sole discretion (which may be exercised at any time on or after the grant date, including following such termination) cause stock options or SARs (or any part thereof) held by such participant as of the effective date of such termination to terminate, become or continue to become exercisable or remain exercisable following such termination of employment or service, and restricted stock, RSUs, DSUs, performance awards, non-employee director awards and other stock-based awards held by such participant as of the effective date of such termination to terminate, vest or become free of restrictions and conditions to payment, as the case may be, following such termination of employment or service, in each case in the manner determined by the Committee; provided, however, that no stock option or SAR may remain exercisable beyond its expiration date any such action by the Committee adversely affecting any outstanding award will not be effective without the consent of the affected participant, except to the extent the Committee is authorized by the Omnibus Incentive Plan to take such action.
Forfeiture and Recoupment
If a participant is determined by the Committee to have taken any action while providing services to Jet.AI or within one year after termination of such services, that would constitute “cause” or an “adverse action,” as such terms are defined in the Omnibus Incentive Plan, all rights of the participant under the Omnibus Incentive Plan and any agreements evidencing an award then held by the participant will terminate and be forfeited. The Committee has the authority to rescind the exercise, vesting, issuance or payment in respect of any awards of the participant that were exercised, vested, issued or paid, and require the participant to pay to Jet.AI, within 10 days of receipt of notice, any amount received or the amount gained as a result of any such rescinded exercise, vesting, issuance or payment. Jet.AI may defer the exercise of any stock option or SAR for up to six months after receipt of notice of exercise in order for the Board to determine whether “cause” or “adverse action” exists. Jet.AI is entitled to withhold and deduct future wages or make other arrangements to collect any amount due.
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In addition, if Jet.AI is required to prepare an accounting restatement due to material noncompliance, as a result of misconduct, with any financial reporting requirement under the securities laws, then any participant who is one of the individuals subject to automatic forfeiture under Section 304 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 will reimburse Jet.AI for the amount of any award received by such individual under the Omnibus Incentive Plan during the 12 month period following the first public issuance or filing with the SEC, as the case may be, of the financial document embodying such financial reporting requirement. Jet.AI also may seek to recover any award made as required by the provisions of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act or any other clawback, forfeiture or recoupment provision required by applicable law or under the requirements of any stock exchange or market upon which Common Stock of Jet.AI is then listed or traded or any policy adopted by Jet.AI.
Effect of Change in Control
Generally, a change in control will mean:
| ● | The acquisition, other than from Jet.AI, by any individual, entity or group of beneficial ownership of 50% or more of the then outstanding shares of Common Stock of Jet.AI; | |
| ● | The consummation of a reorganization, merger or consolidation of Jet.AI with respect to which all or substantially all of the individuals or entities who were the beneficial owners of Common Stock of Jet.AI immediately prior to the transaction do not, following the transaction, beneficially own more than 50% of the outstanding shares of Common Stock and voting securities of the corporation resulting from the transaction; or | |
| ● | A complete liquidation or dissolution of Jet.AI or the sale or other disposition of all or substantially all of the assets of Jet.AI. |
Subject to the terms of the applicable award agreement or an individual agreement between Jet.AI and a participant, upon a change in control, the Committee may, in its discretion, determine whether some or all outstanding options and SARs shall become exercisable in full or in part, whether the restriction period and performance period applicable to some or all outstanding restricted stock awards and RSUs shall lapse in full or in part and whether the performance measures applicable to some or all outstanding awards shall be deemed to be satisfied. The Committee may further require that shares of stock of the corporation resulting from such a change in control, or a parent corporation thereof, be substituted for some or all of the shares of Common Stock of Jet.AI subject to an outstanding award and that any outstanding awards, in whole or in part, be surrendered to Jet.AI by the holder, to be immediately cancelled by Jet.AI, in exchange for a cash payment, shares of capital stock of the corporation resulting from or succeeding Jet.AI or a combination of both cash and such shares of stock.
Governing Law; Mandatory Jurisdiction
Except to the extent as provided in the Omnibus Incentive Plan, the validity, construction, interpretation, administration and effect of the Omnibus Incentive Plan and any rules, regulations and actions relating to the Omnibus Incentive Plan will be governed by and construed exclusively in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, notwithstanding the conflicts of laws principles of any jurisdictions. Unless otherwise expressly provided in an applicable award agreement, Jet.AI and recipients of an award under the Omnibus Incentive Plan irrevocably submit to the jurisdiction and venue of the Federal or State courts of the State of Delaware relative to any and all disputes, issues and/or claims that may arise out of or relate to the Omnibus Incentive Plan or any related award agreement, with such jurisdiction and venue selected by and at the sole discretion of Jet.AI.
Term, Termination and Amendment
Unless sooner terminated by the Board, the Omnibus Incentive Plan will terminate at midnight on the day before the ten year anniversary of its effective date. No award will be granted after termination of the Omnibus Incentive Plan, but awards outstanding upon termination of the Omnibus Incentive Plan will remain outstanding in accordance with their applicable terms and conditions and the terms and conditions of the Omnibus Incentive Plan.
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Subject to certain exceptions, the Board has the authority to suspend or terminate the Omnibus Incentive Plan or terminate any outstanding award agreement and the Board has the authority to amend the Omnibus Incentive Plan or amend or modify the terms of any outstanding award at any time and from time to time. No amendments to the Omnibus Incentive Plan will be effective without approval of Jet.AI’s stockholders if: (a) stockholder approval of the amendment is then required pursuant to Section 422 of the Code, the rules of the primary stock exchange on which Common Stock of Jet.AI is then traded, applicable U.S. state and federal laws or regulations and the applicable laws of any foreign country or jurisdiction where awards are, or will be, granted under the Omnibus Incentive Plan; or (b) such amendment would: (i) modify the re-pricing provisions of the Omnibus Incentive Plan; (ii) increase the aggregate number of shares of Common Stock of Jet.AI issued or issuable under the Omnibus Incentive Plan; or (iii) reduce the minimum exercise price or grant price as set forth in the Omnibus Incentive Plan. No termination, suspension or amendment of the Omnibus Incentive Plan or an award agreement shall adversely affect any award previously granted under the Omnibus Incentive Plan without the written consent of the participant holding such award.
Jet Token Prior Option Plans
General. On June 4, 2018, Jet Token’s board of directors adopted the Jet Token Inc. 2018 Stock Option and Grant Plan (the “2018 Plan”). The 2018 Plan provided for the grant of equity awards to employees, and consultants, to purchase shares of Jet Token’s common stock. As of December 31, 2020, up to 3,434 shares of its common stock could be issued pursuant to awards granted under the 2018 Plan. During the year ended December 31, 2021, the 2018 Plan was amended three times to increase the total number of shares reserved for issuance thereunder. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, the total number of shares reserved for issuance under the 2018 Plan was 775,000 and 10,301 shares, respectively. The 2018 Plan is administered by Jet Token’s board of directors.
In August 2021, Jet Token’s board of directors adopted the Jet Token Inc. 2021 Stock Plan (the “2021 Plan”). The 2021 plan provided for the grant of equity awards to employees, outside directors, and consultants, including the direct award or sale of shares, stock options, and restricted stock units to purchase shares. As of December 31, 2021, up to 688 shares of non-voting common stock may be issued pursuant to awards granted under the 2021 Plan. During the year ended December 31, 2022, the 2021 Plan was amended to increase the number of shares of non-voting common stock authorized under the 2021 Plan to 2,063. In the event that shares of non-voting common stock subject to outstanding options or other securities under the Jet Token’s 2018 Stock Open and Grant Plan expire or become exercisable in accordance with their terms, such shares shall be automatically transferred to the 2021 Plan and added to the number of shares then available for issuance under the 2021 Plan.
Plan Administration. The Jet Token Board administered the Jet Token Option Plan. The compensation committee of the Board currently administers the Jet Token Option Plan following the Closing Date.
Types of Awards. The Jet Token Option Plan provides for the grant of incentive Jet Token Options, non-statutory Jet Token Options, Jet Token Restricted Stock, restricted stock units and stock appreciation rights.
Stock Options. The Jet Token Board has the discretion to grant incentive or non-statutory Jet Token Options under the Jet Token Option Plan, provided that incentive Jet Token Options may only be granted to employees. The exercise price per share applicable to such Jet Token Options must generally be equal to at least the fair market value per share of Jet Token Common Stock on the date of grant. Subject to the provisions of the Jet Token Option Plan, the Jet Token Board has the discretion to determine the remaining terms of the Jet Token Options (e.g., vesting). After the termination of a participant’s service, the participant may only exercise his or her Jet Token Option, to the extent vested, for a specified period of time stated in his or her option agreement. Generally, if termination is due to death or disability, the Jet Token Option will remain exercisable for 18 months and 12 months following the termination of service, respectively. In all other cases except for a termination for cause, the Jet Token Option will generally remain exercisable for three months following the termination of service. In the event of a termination for cause, the Jet Token Option will immediately terminate. However, in no event may a Jet Token Option be exercised later than the expiration of its maximum term.
Restricted Stock. The Jet Token Board has the discretion to grant Jet Token Restricted Stock under the Jet Token Option Plan. Jet Token Restricted Stock are generally shares of Jet Token Common Stock that are issued or sold to a participant pursuant to the Jet Token Option Plan and subject to repurchase by Jet Token under certain circumstances and that are fully vested at grant or that will vest in accordance with terms and conditions established by the Jet Token Board, in its sole discretion. The Jet Token Board has the discretion to determine the number of shares that the participant may receive or purchase, the price to be paid (if any), and the time by which the participant must accept the shares/offer.
Restricted Stock Units. The Jet Token Board has the discretion to grant restricted stock units under the Jet Token Option Plan. Each restricted stock unit is a bookkeeping entry representing an amount equal to the fair market value of one share of Jet Token Common Stock. The Jet Token Board, in its discretion, determines whether restricted stock units should be granted, the total units granted and/or the vesting terms applicable to such units. Participants holding restricted stock units will hold no voting rights by virtue of such restricted stock units. The Jet Token Board may, in its sole discretion, award dividend equivalents in connection with the grant of restricted stock units. Restricted stock units may be settled in cash, shares of Jet Token Common Stock, as applicable, or any combination thereof or in any other form of consideration, as determined by the Jet Token Board, in its sole discretion.
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Stock Appreciation Rights. The Jet Token Board has the discretion to grant stock appreciation rights under the Jet Token Option Plan and to determine the terms and conditions of each stock appreciation right, except that the exercise price for each stock appreciation right cannot be less than 100% of the fair market value of the underlying shares of Jet Token Common Stock on the date of grant. Upon exercise of a stock appreciation right, a participant will receive payment from Jet Token in an amount determined by multiplying the difference between the fair market value of a share on the date of exercise over the exercise price by the number of shares with respect to which the stock appreciation right is exercised. Stock appreciation rights may be paid in cash, shares of Jet Token Common Stock, or any combination thereof, or in any other form of consideration, as determined by the Jet Token Board in its discretion. Stock appreciation rights are exercisable at the times and on the terms established by the Jet Token Board, in its discretion.
Non-transferability of Awards. Unless the Jet Token Board provides otherwise, awards granted under the Jet Token Option Plan are generally not transferable.
Certain Adjustments. In the event of certain corporate events or changes in Jet Token’s capitalization, to prevent diminution or enlargement of the benefits or potential benefits available under the Jet Token Option Plan, the Jet Token Board will make adjustments to one or more of the number, kind and class of securities that may be delivered under the Jet Token Option Plan and/or the number, kind, class and price of securities covered by each outstanding award.
Dissolution or liquidation. In the event of Jet Token’s dissolution or liquidation, each outstanding award will terminate immediately prior to the consummation of such action, unless otherwise determined by the Jet Token Board.
Change in Control. The Jet Token Option Plan provides that in the event of a change in control, unless otherwise provided in the applicable award agreement or as determined by the Jet Token Board at the time of grant, outstanding awards will be assumed, canceled if not exercised/settled or cashed out in lieu of exercise as determined by the Jet Token Board.
Amendment or Termination. The Jet Token Board may amend or terminate the Jet Token Option Plan at any time, provided such action does not impair the rights or obligations of any participant without his or her consent. In addition, stockholder approval must be obtained to the extent necessary and desirable to comply with applicable laws.
Director Compensation
Neither Mr. Winston nor Mr. Murnane receives additional compensation for service on our Board.
Non-Employee Director Compensation Arrangements
Following the Business Combination, the compensation committee recommended, and the Board approved, a Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy (the “Policy”). The Policy has been designed to attract and retain high quality non-employee directors by providing competitive compensation and aligning their interests with the interests of our stockholders through equity awards. This Policy provides for an annual cash retainer to each eligible non-employee director of $50,000. In addition, each of the following is entitled to an additional annual retainer in the following amounts:
| ● | Lead Independent Director: $25,000 | |
| ● | Audit Committee Chair: $15,000 | |
| ● | Compensation Committee Chair: $10,000 | |
| ● | Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee Chair: $6,250 |
Under the Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy, as amended, the non-executive directors of the Company are also entitled to receive the equity compensation under the Omnibus Incentive Plan, At the close of business on the date of each annual meeting of stockholders, each person who is then a non-employee director, will automatically receive a restricted stock unit (“RSU”) award having a value of $25,000 and a restricted stock grant of $25,000. Each annual RSU and annual restricted stock grant will vest on the date of the following year’s annual meeting (or the date immediately preceding the date of the following year’s annual meeting if the non-employee director’s service as a director ends at such meeting as a result of the director’s failure to be re-elected or the director not standing for re-election. The vesting of each annual RSU and annual restricted stock grant is subject to the non-employee director’s continuous service on the applicable vesting date of each such awards.
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For each non-employee director who remains in continuous service with the Company until immediately prior to the closing of a Change in Control (as defined in the Omnibus Incentive Plan), such non-employee director’s then-outstanding annual RSU and annual restricted stock grant will become fully vested immediately prior to the closing of such Change in Control. The grants will be eligible for deferred settlement in accordance with such deferral program as may be established by the Company and approved by the Board.
The Company began paying cash compensation to non-employee directors following the Business Combination in accordance with the terms of the Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy. The table below describes the compensation earned by the non-employee directors during fiscal 2025.
| Name | Fees Earned or Paid in Cash | Stock Awards(1) | All Other Compensation | Total | ||||||||||||
| Ehud Talmor (2) | $ | 70,000 | $ | 35,000 | — | $ | 105,000 | |||||||||
| Wrendon Timothy (3) | $ | 100,000 | $ | 35,000 | — | $ | 135,000 | |||||||||
| William Yankus | $ | 60,000 | $ | 35,000 | — | $ | 95,000 | |||||||||
| Lt. Col. Ran David | $ | 60,000 | $ | 35,000 | — | $ | 95,000 | |||||||||
| Donald Jeffrey Woods(4) | $ | 66,250 | $ | 35,000 | — | $ | 101,250 | |||||||||
| (1) | Amounts in the table reflect equity grants granted in 2025 and recommended by the compensation committee and approved by the Board in January 2025 and as contemplated by the Policy to each of the directors. These grants, which were subject to stockholder approval of an amendment to the Omnibus Incentive Plan, equal 1,029 RSUs to each such director, representing the then value of $25,000, and a grant of 1,029 restricted stock to each such director, representing the then value of $25,000. Each of these grants was made in January, and will fully vest, on the date of the Company’s 2026 annual meeting, assuming stockholders approve the amendment to the Omnibus Incentive. There are no other awards outstanding or anticipated to be granted to directors for services rendered in 2025. |
| (2) | Mr. Talmor is chairperson of the compensation committee. |
| (3) | Mr. Timothy is the lead independent director and chairperson of the audit committee. |
| (4) | Mr. Woods is chairperson of the nominating and corporate governance committee. |
Under the Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy, the Company will also reimburse each non-employee director for any ordinary and reasonable out-of-pocket expenses actually incurred by such director in connection with in-person attendance at and participation in Board and committee meetings; provided, that such director timely submits to us appropriate documentation substantiating such expenses in accordance with our travel and expense policy as in effect from time to time.
Item 12 Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters
The following table sets forth information regarding the beneficial ownership of shares of Common Stock as of March 3, 2026, by:
| ● | each person who is, or is expected to be, the beneficial owner of more than 5% of the outstanding shares of Common Stock upon the Closing of the Business Combination; | |
| ● | each of the Company’s executive officers and directors; and | |
| ● | all of the Company’s executive officers and directors as a group upon the Closing. |
Beneficial ownership is determined according to the rules of the SEC, which generally provide that a person has beneficial ownership of a security if he, she or it possesses sole or shared voting or investment power over that security, including options and restricted stock units that are currently exercisable or vested or that will become exercisable or vest within 60 days. This table is based upon information supplied by officers, directors and principal stockholders and Schedules 13G or 13D filed with the SEC. Unless otherwise indicated in the footnotes to this table and subject to community property laws where applicable, the Company believes that all persons named in the table have sole voting and investment power with respect to all shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by them. The beneficial ownership percentages set forth in the table below are based on 116,528,103 shares of Common Stock issued and outstanding as of March 3, 2026 and other than as noted below.
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| Name and Address of Beneficial Owner(1) | Number of Shares | % of Common Stock Outstanding | ||||||
| Directors and Executive Officers: | ||||||||
| Michael D. Winston, CFA(2) | 39,778 | 0.0 | % | |||||
| George Murnane(3) | 10,321 | 0.0 | % | |||||
| William L. Yankus(4) | 423 | 0.0 | % | |||||
| Wrendon Timothy(5) | 1,206 | 0.0 | % | |||||
| Patrick McNulty(6) | 1,847 | 0.0 | % | |||||
| Lt. Col. Ran David(7) | 874 | 0.0 | % | |||||
| Jeffrey Woods(8) | 97 | 0.0 | % | |||||
| Ehud Talmor(9) | 737 | 0.0 | % | |||||
| All Directors and Executive Officers as a group (8 individuals) | 55,283 | 0.2 | % | |||||
| Five Percent Holders: | ||||||||
| None | ||||||||
| (1) | Unless otherwise indicated, the business address of each of the directors and executive officers of the Company is c/o Jet.AI Inc., 10845 Griffith Peak Drive, Suite 200, Las Vegas, NV 89135. |
| (2) | Includes 38,396 shares of Common Stock, and 1,382 shares of Common Stock issuable upon the exercise of vesting options within 60 days of March 3, 2026. |
| (3) | Includes 4,303 shares of Common Stock, and 6,018 shares of Common Stock issuable upon the exercise of vesting options within 60 days of March 3, 2026. |
| (4) | Comprised of shares of Common Stock. |
| (5) | Comprised of shares of Common Stock. |
| (6) | Includes 820 shares of Common Stock, and 1,027 shares of Common Stock issuable upon the exercise of vesting options within 60 days of March 3, 2026. |
| (7) | Includes 97 shares of Common Stock, and 777 shares of Common Stock issuable upon the exercise of vesting options within 60 days of March 3, 2026. |
| (8) | Comprised of shares of Common Stock. |
| (9) | Includes 97 shares of Common Stock, and 640 shares of Common Stock issuable upon the exercise of vesting options within 60 days of March 3, 2026. |
Item 13 Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
In addition to the compensation arrangements with directors and executive officers described under Item 10 and Item 11, the following is a description of each transaction since January 1, 2024, and each currently proposed transaction in which:
| ● | we have been or are to be a participant; | |
| ● | the amount involved exceeds or will exceed the lesser of (i) $120,000 and (ii) 1% of the average of our total assets as of December 31, 2025 and 2024; and | |
| ● | any of our directors, executive officers or beneficial holders of more than 5% of our capital stock, or any immediate family member of, or person sharing the household with, any of these individuals (other than tenants or employees), had or will have a direct or indirect material interest. |
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Related Party Transactions in Connection with and Subsequent to the Business Combination
Maxim Payment and Settlement Agreement
On August 10, 2023, we entered into a settlement agreement (“Maxim Settlement Agreement”) with Maxim Group LLC, the underwriter for our initial public offering (“Maxim”). Pursuant to the Maxim Settlement Agreement, we issued to Maxim Partners, (a) 270,000 shares of common stock to settle our payment obligations under the underwriting agreement dated on or about August 11, 2021, by and between us and Maxim and (b) 1,127 Series A Preferred Shares in an amount equal in value to $1,127,000. Following the issuance of the securities, Maxim beneficially owned greater than five percent of our common stock. The Series A Preferred Shares accrued interest at the rate of 8% per annum (which would increase to 18% if we failed to meet certain obligations under the terms thereof), payable quarterly and, at our option, in shares of common stock. The Series A Preferred Shares were convertible into 112,700 shares of common stock. We also issued 115,000 shares of common stock to Maxim Partners on August 16, 2021, to meet a payment obligation under the underwriting agreement in connection with our IPO, representing a value of $9.00 per share reflecting an allocation of the $10.00 per Unit IPO price. The shares described above were subject to a registration rights agreement.
We were required to redeem all the outstanding Series A Preferred Shares on August 10, 2024, which was automatically extended by an additional three (3) month period because we had not closed upon one or more equity financings that, in total, resulted in gross proceeds to us of $10.0 million or greater.
In July 2024, we and Maxim entered into an amendment to the Maxim Settlement Agreement and agreed to, among other things, amend the definition of the “Series A Conversion Price” for the Series A Preferred Shares and certain restrictions with respect to our shares of common stock that Maxim may acquire upon the conversion of its Series A Preferred Shares.
During 2024, we issued 10,167 shares of common stock upon the conversion of 551 Series A Preferred Shares. In November 2024, we redeemed in full all of the remaining 576 Series A Preferred Shares for an aggregate redemption price of $663,740. As a result of the redemption, there are no Series A Preferred Shares issued and outstanding.
Sponsor Settlement Agreement
On August 10, 2023, we entered into settlement agreement (“Sponsor Settlement Agreement”) with OAC Sponsor Ltd., a Cayman
Islands exempted company (the “Sponsor”). The Sponsor beneficially owned more than five percent of our common stock at the
time the parties entered into the Sponsor Settlement Agreement. Pursuant to the Sponsor Settlement Agreement, we issued 575 Series A-1
Preferred Shares to settle our payment obligations under a promissory note in the principal amount of $575,000 dated November 14, 2022
in favor of Sponsor. The Series A-1 Preferred Shares accrued interest at the rate of 5% per annum (which would increase to 18% if we
failed to meet certain obligations under the terms thereof), payable quarterly in cash. The Series A-1 Preferred Shares were convertible
into 57,500 shares of common stock. The shares described above were subject to a registration rights agreement between us and the Sponsor.
We were required to redeem all the outstanding Series A-1 Preferred Shares on August 10, 2024, which was automatically extended by an additional three (3) month period because we had not closed upon one or more equity financings that, in total, resulted in gross proceeds to us of $10.0 million or greater.
In August 2024, Sponsor agreed to waive certain notice and redemption rights in favor of Sponsor pursuant to terms of the Series A-1 Preferred Shares held by Sponsor related to our equity financings in consideration of $100,000 which was paid in October 2024.
In October 2024, we redeemed in full all of the previously issued and outstanding Series A-1 Preferred Shares by paying the holder the requisite per share redemption price together with all accrued but unpaid dividends on such shares. As a result of this redemption there are no Series A-1 Preferred Shares issued and outstanding.
Bridge Agreement
On September 11, 2023, we entered into a binding term sheet (“Bridge Agreement”) with eight investors to provide us $500,000 of short-term bridge financing pending our receipt of funds from our other existing financing arrangements.
The Bridge Agreement was entered into with, and funding was provided by, Michael Winston, the Executive Chairman of the Board and Interim Chief Executive Officer, Wrendon Timothy, a member of the Board and all three committees of the Board, William Yankus, a member of the Board and two of its committees, and Oxbridge RE Holdings Limited, one of our significant stockholders for which Mr. Timothy serves as a director and officer, as well as the four other investors named in the Bridge Agreement.
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The Bridge Agreement provided for the issuance of Notes, in an aggregate principal amount of $625,000, reflecting a 20% original issue discount. The Notes bore interest at 5% per annum and matured on March 11, 2024. We were required to redeem the Notes with 100% of the proceeds of any equity or debt financing at a redemption premium of 110% of the principal amount of the Notes. In March 2024, we fully repaid the Bridge Agreement in the amount of approximately $683,000, representing principal, redemption premium and interest.
Maxim Advisory Agreement
On January 5, 2024, we entered into an agreement (the “Agreement”) pursuant to which it retained Maxim as a financial advisor and investment banker to provide general financial advisory and investment banking services.
As consideration for Maxim’s services pursuant to the Agreement, we paid Maxim fees in cash totaling $75,000. In addition, we agreed to promptly, upon request from time to time, reimburse Maxim for all reasonable expenses (including, without limitation, fees and disbursements of counsel and all travel and other out-of-pocket expenses) incurred by Maxim in connection with its engagement, subject to a $2,500 cap without our prior authorization.
Maxim Placement Agency Agreement
In connection with the transactions under the Securities Purchase Agreement with Ionic Ventures, LLC (“Ionic”), we entered into a placement agency agreement (the “Placement Agency Agreement”) with Maxim. Pursuant to the terms of the Placement Agency Agreement, we were required pay Maxim a cash fee equal to 7% of the aggregate gross proceeds raised under the Securities Purchase Agreement and reimburse Maxim, directly upon the initial closing under the Securities Purchase Agreement for all travel and other documented out-of-pocket expenses incurred by Maxim, including the reasonable fees, costs and disbursements of its legal counsel, in an amount not to exceed an aggregate of $15,000. We paid Maxim a total of $120,000 out of the gross proceeds it received on March 29, 2024. Because we issued additional securities to Ionic as contemplated by the Securities Purchase Agreement, we paid Maxim cash fees of $1,050,000.
Maxim Engagement Letter
On December 4, 2024, the Company entered into an engagement letter (the “Maxim Engagement Letter”) with Maxim Group LLC. (“Maxim”), pursuant to which the Company engaged Maxim to serve as its exclusive financial advisor with respect to one or more potential business combinations involving the Company for a period of seven months. Pursuant to the Maxim Engagement Letter, the Company agreed to pay Maxim a non-refundable stock fee of 25,000 shares (the “Retainer”) which were issued upon execution of the engagement letter. The shares were recorded to General and Administrative expenses as stock-based compensation based on the fair value of the shares of $95,000.
If the Company consummates a Transaction with a Potential Buyer, then Maxim shall receive a fee (the “Success Fee”) of $500,000 upon the closing of the Transaction. In the event that the Company enters into an agreement with respect to a Transaction during the term of this Agreement that is subsequently terminated, and the Company becomes entitled to a break-up, termination, topping, expense reimbursement or similar fee or payment (including any judgment for damages or amount in settlement of any dispute as a result of such termination, or any profit on any stock acquired from, or stock option granted by, any party to such transaction), a fee (the “Break-up Fee”) equal 25% of all such amounts, payable promptly upon receipt of such amounts by the Company. In addition to the Retainer, Success Fee and Break-up Fee payable pursuant to the Maxim Engagement Letter, and regardless of whether any Transaction is proposed or consummated, the Company shall reimburse Maxim for all reasonable travel, food, lodging and other out-of-pocket expenses incurred in connection with the services performed by Maxim pursuant to Maxim Engagement Letter promptly after submission of such properly evidenced expenses to the Company.
Note Receivable
On May 31, 2025, we received a promissory note with an affiliated entity, AIIA Sponsor Ltd. (“Sponsor”). Under the terms of the note, we may advance up to $300,000 to Sponsor to fund its organizational costs and expenses. The note was unsecured, non-interest-bearing, and repayable on the earlier of (i) November 30, 2025 or (ii) the consummation of an initial public offering by AI Acquisition, and could be prepaid at any time without penalty. As of September 30, 2025, we had advanced $236,790 under the note. In October 2025, AIIA Sponsor repaid in full all obligations owed to us under the promissory note.
Sponsor Investment
In July 2025, we made a capital contribution of approximately $2.7 million to Sponsor, in exchange for 1,912,833 units comprising 1,912,833 ordinary shares and 130,001 preference shares. Our contribution represents a 49.9% interest in the Sponsor and was refundable in full if the AIIA offering was not successfully completed by October 31, 2025. The offering closed on October 6, 2025. As described in this Report, certain of our executive officers and directors also serve as officers and directors of Sponsor.
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Related Party Transaction Policy
Our audit committee charter provides that the audit committee will establish and periodically review policies and procedures for the review, approval and ratification of related person transactions (as defined in applicable SEC rules and regulations), review related person transactions, and oversee other related party transactions governed by applicable accounting standards.
On April 17, 2024, our audit committee and board approved the Jet.AI Related Party Transaction Policy, which establishes a framework for identifying, reviewing, and approving “Related Party Transactions”, defined as a transaction, arrangement, or relationship, or any series of similar transactions, arrangements, or relationships in which the Company and any Related Party have a direct or indirect interest, including but not limited to sales or purchases of goods or services, loans or guarantees, leasing arrangements, compensation arrangements and joint ventures or investments.
A “Related Party” under the policy includes:
| ● | Any person who is, or at any time since the beginning of the Company’s last fiscal year was, a | |
| ● | director, executive officer or employee of the Company (or its subsidiaries); | |
| ● | Any stockholder owning 5% or more of the Company’s voting securities; | |
| ● | Any person or entity that controls, is controlled by, or under common control with the Company; | |
| ● | Any entity in which a director or executive officer has a significant influence; | |
| ● | Any other party with whom the Company has a close business relationship that could create a conflict of interest; | |
| ● | Any immediate family member of any of the foregoing persons, including spouse, parents, children, siblings, mothers and fathers-in-law, sons and daughters-in-law, and anyone (other than domestic employees) who shares such person’s home. |
The policy is administered by the Audit Committee. It provides for notification to the Corporate Secretary of the initiation or negotiation of any potential transaction involving a Related Party followed by an assessment by the Chairman and/or the Chief Financial Officer of materiality and potential for conflicts of interest and whether or not the transaction requires review by the audit committee under the policy. The audit committee is then responsible for reviewing and considering whether the transaction is conducted on arm’s-length terms and in accordance with fair market value; whether the transaction is in the best interests of the Company and its stockholders; and any potential conflicts of interest that may arise from the transaction. The audit committee must approve the transaction prior to its initiation unless not practicable, in which case the audit committee may retrospectively review and ratify the transaction. The audit committee is also responsible for reviewing ongoing Related Party Transactions annually.
Independent Directors
For a discussion of our independent directors and our audit, compensation and nominating and corporate governance committees, please see Item 10 above.
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Item 14 Principal Accountant Fees and Services
The following table sets forth fees for all professional services rendered by Hacker Johnson to the Company for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
| Year ended December 31, | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Audit fees | $ | 105,000 | $ | 70,000 | ||||
| Audit-related fees | 45,250 | 29,900 | ||||||
| Total audit and audit-related fees | 150,250 | 99,900 | ||||||
| Tax fees | — | — | ||||||
| Other fees | — | — | ||||||
| Total fees | $ | 150,250 | $ | 99,900 | ||||
All services provided by Hacker Johnson are permissible under applicable laws and regulations. The audit committee charter provides that the audit committee is directly responsible, in its capacity as a committee of the Board, for the appointment, compensation, retention and oversight of the work of the outside auditor. In this regard, the audit committee will appoint, retain, compensate, evaluate and terminate, when appropriate, the outside auditor, who will report directly to the audit committee. The charter further provides that the audit committee will approve, or as permitted by the Board, pre-approve all audit and permissible non-audit services (other than de minimis non-audit services) to be provided by the outside auditor. The fees paid to Hacker Johnson shown in the table above were all approved in accordance with the audit committee charter and include:
Audit Fees — These are fees for professional services performed by Hacker Johnson for the audit of the Company and certain subsidiary companies, review of financial statements included in the Company’s quarterly 10-Q filings, and services that are normally provided in connection with statutory and regulatory filings or engagements.
Audit-Related Fees — These are fees for assurance and related services performed by Hacker Johnson that are reasonably related to the performance of the audit or review of the Company’s financial statements. This includes: comfort letters and consents with respect to securities offerings; due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions; audits and reviews associated with registration statements related to mergers and acquisitions; other attestations by Hacker Johnson, including those that are required by statute, regulation or contract; and consulting on financial accounting/reporting standards and controls.
Tax Fees — These are fees for professional services performed by Hacker Johnson with respect to tax compliance and tax returns. This includes review of original and amended tax returns for the Company and its consolidated subsidiaries; refund claims, payment planning/tax audit assistance; tax compliance for employee benefit plans; and tax work stemming from “Audit-Related” items.
Other Fees – These are fees for other permissible work performed by Hacker Johnson that does not meet the above category descriptions. The fees cover other engagements that are permissible under applicable laws and regulations including sustainability efforts.
These services are actively monitored (both spending level and work content) by the Audit Committee to maintain the appropriate objectivity and independence in Hacker Johnson’s core work, which is the audit of the Company’s consolidated financial statements. The Audit Committee concluded that Hacker Johnson’s provision of audit and non-audit services to the Company and its affiliates is compatible with Hacker Johnson’s independence.
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Part IV
ITEM 15. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES.
| (a) | See Index to Consolidated Financial Statements on Page 73 and Exhibit Index below. | |
| (b) | See Exhibit Index below. | |
| (c) | Not applicable. |
Exhibit Index
The following exhibits are filed as part of, or incorporated by reference into, this Annual Report.
| Exhibit Number | Description | |
| 2.1# | Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger and Reorganization dated May 6, 2025, by and among Jet.AI Inc., flyExclusive, Inc., FlyX Merger Sub, Inc., and Jet.AI SpinCo, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on May 6, 2025). | |
| 2.2 | Amendment No. 1 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger and Reorganization, dated July 30, 2025, between Jet.AI Inc., flyExclusive, Inc., FlyX Merger Sub, Inc., and Jet.AI SpinCo, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 30, 2025). | |
| 2.3 | Amendment No. 2 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger and Reorganization, dated October 10, 2025, between Jet.AI Inc., flyExclusive, Inc., FlyX Merger Sub, Inc., and Jet.AI SpinCo, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on October 16, 2025). | |
| 2.4 | Amendment No. 3 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger and Reorganization, dated January 13, 2026, between Jet.AI Inc., flyExclusive, Inc., FlyX Merger Sub, Inc., and Jet.AI SpinCo, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on January 15, 2026). | |
| 3.1 | Certificate of Incorporation of Jet.AI Inc., as amended through November 12, 2024 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 of Jet.AI’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2025). | |
| 3.2 | Certificate of Designation of the Series A Convertible Preferred Stock of Jet.AI Inc., as amended through July 15, 2024 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 of Jet.AI’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2025). | |
| 3.3 | Certificate of Designation of the Series A-1 Convertible Preferred Stock of Jet.AI Inc., dated August 10, 2023 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.3 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 14, 2023). | |
| 3.4 | Certificate of Designations of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock of Jet.AI Inc., as amended through February 14, 2025 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.4 of Jet.AI’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2025). | |
| 3.5 | Amendment No. 2 to Certificate of Designations of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock of Jet.AI Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on December 8, 2025). | |
| 3.5 | Bylaws of Jet.AI Inc., as amended through August 5, 2024 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.5 of Jet.AI’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2025). | |
| 3.6 | Certificate of Designation of Series C Junior Participating Preferred Stock of the Company (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 13, 2026). | |
| 4.1 | Warrant by and between Jet. AI Inc. and GEM Yield Bahamas Limited (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to the Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File. No. 333-274432) of Jet.AI Inc. filed with the SEC on September 8, 2023). | |
| 4.2 | Warrant Agreement Amendment by and between Jet.AI Inc. and GEM Yield Bahamas Limited (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.4 to the Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-274432) of Jet.AI Inc. filed with the SEC on October 27, 2023). | |
| 4.3 | Rights Agreement, dated as of February 13, 2026, by and between the Company and Continental Stock Transfer and Trust Company, as rights agent, which includes as Exhibit B the Form of Rights Certificate (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 13, 2026). | |
| 10.1+ | 2023 Jet.AI Inc. Amended and Restated Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on September 26, 2024). | |
| 10.2+ | First Amendment to Amended and Restated 2023 Jet.AI Inc. Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on December 29, 2025). | |
| 10.3+ | Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated December 31, 2025, between Jet.AI Inc. and Michael Winston (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on January 7, 2026). |
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| 10.4+ | Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated December 31, 2025, between Jet.AI Inc. and George Murnane (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on January 7, 2026). | |
| 10.5+ | Employment Offer Letter dated July 11, 2023 between Patrick McNulty and Jet.AI Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to the Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-274432) of Jet.AI Inc. filed with the SEC on September 8, 2023). | |
| 10.6 | Share Purchase Agreement by and among Jet Token Inc., GEM Global Yield LLC SCS and GEM Yield Bahamas Limited, dated August 4, 2022 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7 of Oxbridge Acquisition Corp.’s Form S-4/A (File No. 333-270848) filed with the SEC on May 11, 2023). | |
| 10.7 | Registration Rights Agreement by and among Jet Token Inc., GEM Global Yield LLC SCS and GEM Yield Bahamas Limited, dated August 4, 2022 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.8 of Oxbridge Acquisition Corp.’s Form S-4/A (File No. 333-270848) filed with the SEC on May 11, 2023). | |
| 10.8 | Form of Indemnification Agreement (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 14, 2023). | |
| 10.9 | Equity Distribution Agreement, dated October 25, 2024, between Jet.AI Inc. and Maxim Group LLC (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 1.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on October 25, 2024). | |
| 10.10 | Amendment No. 1 to Equity Distribution Agreement, dated January 9, 2026, between the Company and Maxim Group LLC (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on January 15, 2026). | |
| 10.11^ | Aircraft Purchase Agreement, dated October 31, 2024, between Galilee, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jet.AI Inc., and Textron Aviation Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on November 5, 2024). | |
| 10.12 | Separation and Distribution Agreement dated as of February 13, 2025, by and among Jet.AI Inc., Jet.AI SpinCo, Inc., and flyExclusive, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 20, 2025). | |
| 10.13 | Form of Stockholder Support Agreement (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 20, 2025). | |
| 10.14# | Joint Venture Agreement, dated June 26, 2025, between Jet.AI Inc. and Consensus Core Technologies Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 2, 2025). | |
| 10.15#^ | Contribution Agreement, dated July 2, 2025, between Jet.AI Inc., Consensus Core Technologies Inc., and Convergence Compute LLC (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 of Jet.AI’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 2, 2025). | |
| 21.1* | List of Subsidiaries of Jet.AI Inc. | |
| 23.1* | Consent of Hacker Johnson & Smith PA. | |
| 31.1* | Certification of Principal Executive Officer Pursuant to Securities Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a) and 15(d)-14(a), as adopted Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. | |
| 31.2* | Certification of Principal Financial Officer Pursuant to Securities Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a) and 15(d)-14(a), as adopted Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. | |
| 32.1** | Certification of Principal Executive Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. | |
| 32.2** | Certification of Principal Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. | |
| 97.1 | Jet.AI Inc. Clawback Policy (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 97.1 of Jet.AI’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2025). | |
| 101.INS | Inline XBRL Instance Document | |
| 101.SCH | Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document | |
| 101.CAL | Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document | |
| 101.DEF | Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document | |
| 101.LAB | Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document | |
| 101.PRE | Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document | |
| 104 | Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document and contained in Exhibit 101) |
| * | Filed herewith. |
| ** | Furnished herewith. |
| + | Management contracts. |
| # | Exhibits and/or schedules have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(a)(5) of Regulation S-K. The registrant hereby undertakes to furnish supplementally copies of any of the omitted exhibits and schedules upon request by the SEC; provided, however, that the registrant may request confidential treatment pursuant to Rule 24b-2 under the Exchange Act for any exhibits or schedules so furnished. |
| ^ | Portions of this exhibit have been omitted as being both (i) not material and (ii) the type of information that the registrant treats as private or confidential. The registrant agrees to furnish supplementally an unredacted copy of the exhibit to the SEC upon its request. |
ITEM 16. FORM 10-K SUMMARY.
None.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
| JET.AI INC. | ||
| By: | /s/ Michael Winston | |
| Name: | Michael Winston | |
| Title: | Executive Chairman and Interim Chief Executive Officer | |
| (Principal Executive Officer) | ||
| Date: March 6, 2026 | ||
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, this report has been signed by the following persons in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
| Signature | Title | Date | ||
| /s/ Michael Winston | Executive Chairman and Interim Chief Executive Officer | March 6, 2026 | ||
| Michael Winston | (Principal Executive Officer) | |||
| /s/ George Murnane | Interim Chief Financial Officer and Director | March 6, 2026 | ||
| George Murnane | (Principal Financial Officer, Principal Accounting Officer) | |||
| /s/ William Yankus | Director | March 6, 2026 | ||
| William Yankus | ||||
| /s/ Wrendon Timothy | Director | March 6, 2026 | ||
| Wrendon Timothy | ||||
| /s/ Lt. Col. Ran David | Director | March 6, 2026 | ||
| Lt. Col. Ran David | ||||
| /s/ Donald Jeffrey Woods | Director | March 6, 2026 | ||
| Donald Jeffrey Woods | ||||
| /s/ Ehud Talmor | Director | March 6, 2026 | ||
| Ehud Talmor |
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INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
| Report
of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (PCAOB ID No. |
F-1 |
| Consolidated Balance Sheets | F-3 |
| Consolidated Statements of Operations | F-4 |
| Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity (Deficit) | F-5 |
| Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows | F-6 |
| Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements | F-7 |
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors
Jet.AI Inc.
Las Vegas, Nevada:
Opinion on the Consolidated Financial Statements
Going Concern
The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company has suffered recurring losses from operations and has a significant accumulated deficit that raise substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s plans in regard to these matters are also described in Note 1. The consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
Basis for Opinion
These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s consolidated financial statements based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (“PCAOB”) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
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To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors
Jet.AI Inc.
Page Two
Critical Audit Matter
The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the consolidated financial statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (i) relates to accounts or disclosures that are material to the consolidated financial statements and (ii) involved our especially challenging, subjective or complex judgments. The communication of the critical audit matter does not alter in any way our opinion on the consolidated financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below, providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates.
Fair Value Measurement of Other Investments
At December 31, 2025, the Company’s Other Investments reported in the consolidated balance sheets were $17.1 million. As described in Note 4 - Other Investments to the consolidated financial statements Other Investments represents the Company’s beneficial interests in AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp. (“AIIA”), a special purpose acquisition company, Class B shares as well as Class A shares and rights.
Other Investments are recorded at fair value. The fair value calculation of the Company’s beneficial interest in AIIA’s Class B shares is dependent on company-specific adjustments applied to the observable trading prices of AIIA Class A shares. The Company’s management estimates that a specific discount of 30% sufficiently captures the risk or profit that a market participant would require as compensation for i) the lack of marketability of the Company’s beneficial interests in the AIIA and ii) assuming the inherent risk of forfeiture and default if a business combination doesn’t occur within AIIA’s stipulated time frame.
The Company’s management has selected a discount of 30% due to the unobservable nature of this company-specific adjustment. The Company classifies the Other Investments as Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy. The methods used by management in determining the adjustment to the Company’s most recent fair value are complex and subjective based on the judgement that is required to determine the key inputs and assumptions which can significantly impact the adjustments recognized.
The principal considerations for our determination of the fair value measurement of other investments as a critical audit matter are the subjectivity of the inputs and assumptions that management utilized in determining the adjustment to the Company’s most recent fair value of other investments. This required a high degree of effort and judgment in selecting the audit procedures to evaluate management’s estimates and assumptions as it relates to the valuation of other investments, including the use of an auditor’s specialist.
Addressing the matter involved performing procedures and evaluating audit evidence in connection with forming our overall opinion on the consolidated financial statements. These procedures included among others obtaining an understanding of, and testing management’s process for evaluating fair value adjustments. Performing these procedures involved testing of the completeness and accuracy of the data utilized by management and evaluated the reasonableness of management’s assumptions used to develop an estimate of fair value. In addition, we engaged a specialist to develop an independent estimate of fair value of other investments and comparison of management’s estimate to the independently developed estimate of fair value.
We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2023.
March 6, 2026
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JET.AI INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
| December 31, | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Assets | ||||||||
| Current assets: | ||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ | $ | ||||||
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| Property and equipment, net | ||||||||
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| Total assets | $ | $ | ||||||
| Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity | ||||||||
| Current liabilities: | ||||||||
| Accounts payable | $ | $ | ||||||
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| Lease liability, net of current portion | ||||||||
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| Commitments and contingencies (Note 2, 6, and 7) | ||||||||
| Stockholders’ Equity | ||||||||
| Preferred Stock, shares authorized, par value $, issued and outstanding | ||||||||
| Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, shares authorized,par value $, and issued and outstanding | ||||||||
| Common stock, shares authorized, par value $, and issued and outstanding | ||||||||
| Subscription receivable | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Additional paid-in capital | ||||||||
| Accumulated deficit | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Total stockholders’ equity | ||||||||
| Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity | $ | $ | ||||||
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements
| F-3 |
JET.AI INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
| Year Ended | ||||||||
| December 31, | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Revenues | $ | $ | ||||||
| Cost of revenues | ||||||||
| Gross loss | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Operating Expenses: | ||||||||
| General and administrative (including stock-based compensation of $ and $, respectively) | ||||||||
| Sales and marketing | ||||||||
| Research and development | ||||||||
| Total operating expenses | ||||||||
| Operating loss | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Other (income) expense: | ||||||||
| Interest expense | ||||||||
| Other income | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Unrealized gain on other investments | ( | ) | ||||||
| Total other (income) expense | ( | ) | ||||||
| Income (Loss) before provision for income taxes | ( | ) | ||||||
| Provision for income taxes | ||||||||
| Net Income (Loss) | $ | $ | ( | ) | ||||
| Deemed dividend from warrant exchange offer | ( | ) | ||||||
| Cumulative preferred stock dividends | ( | ) | ||||||
| Net Income (Loss) to common stockholders | $ | $ | ( | ) | ||||
| Net income (loss) per share - basic and diluted | ||||||||
| Basic net income (loss) per share | $ | $ | ( | ) | ||||
| Diluted net income (loss) per share | $ | $ | ( | ) | ||||
| Weighted-average shares used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders, basic | ||||||||
| Weighted-average shares used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders, diluted | ||||||||
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements
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JET.AI INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)
Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024
| Series B Preferred Stock | Common Stock | Subscription | Additional Paid-in | Accumulated | Total Stockholders’Equity | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Shares | Amount | Shares | Amount | Receivable | Capital | Deficit | (Deficit) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Balance at December 31, 2023 | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Stock-based compensation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Sale of Common Stock for cash | - | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Issuance of Common Stock for settlement of accounts payable and accrued liabilities | - | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Issuance of Common Stock from warrant exchange | - | ( | ) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Issuance of Common Stock upon exercise of warrants | - | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Series A Preferred Stock conversion | - | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Sale of Series B Convertible Preferred Units | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Issuance of Series B Preferred Stock upon exercise of warrants | - | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Series B Preferred Stock conversion | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Offering costs | - | ( | ) | ( | ) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Net loss | - | - | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Balance at December 31, 2024 | $ | $ | $ | ( | ) | $ | $ | ( | ) | $ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Stock-based compensation | - | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Sale of Common Stock for cash | - | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Issuance of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock upon exercise of warrants | - | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Series B Preferred Stock conversion | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Offering costs | - | - | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Net income | - | - | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Balance at December 31, 2025 | $ | $ | $ | ( | ) | $ | $ | ( | ) | $ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements
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JET.AI INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
| Year Ended | ||||||||
| December 31, | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: | ||||||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | $ | ( | ) | ||||
| Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash used in operating activities: | ||||||||
| Unrealized gain on other investments | ( | ) | ||||||
| Amortization and depreciation | ||||||||
| Amortization of debt discount | ||||||||
| Stock-based compensation | ||||||||
| Non-cash operating lease costs | ||||||||
| Changes in operating assets and liabilities: | ||||||||
| Accounts receivable | ( | ) | ||||||
| Other current assets | ( | ) | ||||||
| Accounts payable | ||||||||
| Accrued liabilities | ( | ) | ||||||
| Deferred revenue | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Operating lease liability | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Deposits and other assets | ( | ) | ||||||
| Net cash used in operating activities | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: | ||||||||
| Purchase of property and equipment | ( | ) | ||||||
| Investment in Sponsor Equity Interest | ( | ) | ||||||
| Investment in joint venture | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Deposit on aircraft | ( | ) | ||||||
| Return of aircraft deposit | ||||||||
| Net cash used in investing activities | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | ||||||||
| Repayments of notes payable | ( | ) | ||||||
| Repayments of related party notes payable | ( | ) | ||||||
| Redemption of Series A and Series A-1 Preferred Stock | ( | ) | ||||||
| Offering costs | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Proceeds from exercise of common stock warrants | ||||||||
| Proceeds from exercise of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock warrants | ||||||||
| Proceeds from sale of Series B Preferred Stock | ||||||||
| Proceeds from sale of Common Stock | ||||||||
| Net cash provided by financing activities | ||||||||
| (Decrease) Increase in cash and cash equivalents | ( | ) | ||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year | ||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents, end of year | $ | $ | ||||||
| Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information: | ||||||||
| Cash paid for interest | $ | $ | ||||||
| Cash paid for income taxes | $ | $ | ||||||
| Non-cash financing activities: | ||||||||
| Issuance of Common Stock for Series A Preferred Stock conversion | $ | $ | ||||||
| Issuance of Common Stock for Series B Preferred Stock conversion | $ | $ | ||||||
| Issuance of Common Stock from warrant exchange | $ | $ | ||||||
| Issuance of Common Stock for offering costs | $ | $ | ||||||
| Issuance of Common Stock for settlement of accounts payable | $ | $ | ||||||
| Decrease in prepaid offering costs and accrued liabilities from issuance of common stock | $ | $ | ||||||
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements
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JET.AI INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTE 1 – ORGANIZATION AND NATURE OF OPERATIONS
Jet.AI Inc. (the “Company”), directly and indirectly through its subsidiaries, has principally been involved in (i) the sale of fractional and whole interests in aircraft, (ii) the sale of jet cards, which enable holders to use certain aircraft at agreed-upon rates, (iii) the operation of a proprietary booking platform (the “App”), which functions as a prospecting and quoting platform to arrange private jet travel with third-party carriers as well as via the Company’s leased and managed aircraft, (iv) direct chartering of its HondaJet Elite aircraft by Cirrus Aviation Services (“Cirrus”), (v) aircraft brokerage and (vi) service revenue from the monthly management and hourly operation of customer aircraft. In 2025 the Company began transitioning its primary focus to AI data center operations and assets.
NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Going Concern and Management Plans
The Company has limited operating history and has incurred losses from operations until 2025. These matters raise concern about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.
During the next twelve months, the Company intends to fund its operations and obligations with capital from its operations, and proceeds from sales of debt or equity securities. The Company could, if necessary, reduce cash burn to preserve capital. There are no assurances, however, that management will be able to raise capital on terms acceptable to the Company. If the Company is unable to obtain sufficient amounts of additional capital, the Company may be required to reduce the near-term scope of its planned development and operations, which could delay implementation of the Company’s business plan and harm its business, financial condition and operating results. The consolidated balance sheets do not include any adjustments that might result from these uncertainties.
Basis of Presentation
The consolidated financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). Any reference in these notes to applicable guidance is meant to refer to the authoritative GAAP as found in the Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) and an Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”). The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in the consolidated financial statements herein.
Reverse Stock Split
On
November 12, 2024, the Company effected a reverse common stock split of the Company’s issued and outstanding shares of common stock
at a ratio of
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Principles of Consolidation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Jet.AI Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiaries, Summerlin Aviation LLC, Jet Token Software Inc., Jet Token Management Inc., Galilee LLC, Jet.AI SpinCo, Inc., and Galilee 1 SPV LLC. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statement and the reported amounts of expenses during the reporting period. Making estimates requires management to exercise significant judgement. It is at least reasonably possible that the estimate of the effect of a condition, situation or set of circumstances that existed at the date of the consolidated financial statements, which management considered in formulating its estimate, could change in the near term due to one or more future confirming events. Material estimates that are particularly susceptible to significant changes in the short term relate to the Company’s investment in AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp. Accordingly, the actual results could differ significantly from those estimates.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
Fair value is defined by ASC 820 as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants as of the measurement date. Applicable accounting guidance provides an established hierarchy for inputs used in measuring fair value that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by requiring that the most observable inputs be used when available. Observable inputs are inputs that market participants would use in valuing the asset or liability and are developed based on market data obtained from sources independent of the Company. Unobservable inputs are inputs that reflect the Company’s assumptions about the factors that market participants would use in valuing the asset or liability. There are three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value:
Level 1 - Observable inputs that reflect quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets.
Level 2 - Include other inputs that are directly or indirectly observable in the marketplace.
Level 3 - Unobservable inputs which are supported by little or no market activity.
The fair value hierarchy also requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value.
Risks and Uncertainties
The Company has limited operating history and has incurred losses from operations since inception. The Company’s business and operations are sensitive to general business and economic conditions in the United States (the “U.S.”) and worldwide along with local, state, and federal governmental policy decisions. A host of factors beyond the Company’s control could cause fluctuations in these conditions. Adverse conditions may include but are not limited to: changes in the private airline industry, fuel and operating costs, adverse macro-economic conditions, changes to corporate governance best practices for executive flying, general demand for private jet travel, regulations on carbon emissions from aviation, competition and other barriers to entry in the data center industry and market acceptance of the Company’s business model. These adverse conditions could affect the Company’s financial condition and the consolidated results of its operations.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
For
purposes of the consolidated statement of cash flows, the Company considers all highly liquid debt instruments purchased with an original
maturity of three months or less to be cash equivalents. Included within cash and cash equivalents is restricted cash of $
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Offering Costs
The Company complies with the requirements of ASC 340-10-S99-1, Other Assets and Deferred Costs, with regards to offering costs. Prior to the completion of an offering, offering costs will be capitalized as deferred offering costs on the consolidated balance sheet. The deferred offering costs will be charged to stockholders’ equity upon the completion of an offering or to expenses if the offering is not completed.
Other Current Assets
Other current assets include security deposits, which relate primarily to contractual prepayments to third-parties for future services, prepaid expenses and customer receivables for additional expenses incurred in their charter trips.
Property and Equipment
Property and equipment are recorded at cost, less accumulated depreciation. Expenditures for major additions and improvements are capitalized and minor replacements, maintenance, and repairs are charged to expense as incurred. When property and equipment are retired or otherwise disposed of, the cost and accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts and any resulting gain or loss is included in the results of operations for the respective year. Depreciation is provided over the estimated useful lives of the related assets using the straight-line method for financial statement purposes. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, property and equipment consisted entirely of equipment which is being depreciated over a three-year period.
Investments in Joint Ventures
In January 2023, the Company formed a 50/50 joint venture subsidiary with Great Western Air LLC (dba Cirrus Aviation Services) called 380 Software LLC, a Nevada limited liability company. Costs and profits are to be shared equally between the Company and Cirrus. The Company accounts for these investments using the equity method whereby the initial investment is recorded at cost and subsequently adjusted by the Company’s share of income or loss from the joint venture. There is currently no financial activity or material assets to report for this joint venture beyond this initial investment.
In
June 2025, the Company entered into a joint venture agreement with Consensus Core Technologies, Inc. (“Consensus Core”) to
collaborate in developing data centers. In connection therewith, the parties formed Convergence Compute LLC, a Delaware limited liability
company. During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company contributed a total of $
Allowance for Credit Losses
The
Company recognizes an expected allowance for credit losses with respect to its accounts receivable. In addition, also at each reporting
date, this estimate is updated to reflect any changes in credit risk since the receivable was initially recorded. Accounts receivable
are evaluated individually for impairment. This estimate is adjusted for management’s assessment of current conditions, reasonable
and supportable forecasts regarding future events, and any other factors deemed relevant by the Company. The Company believes historical
loss information is a reasonable starting point in which to calculate the expected allowance for credit losses. The Company writes off
receivables when there is information that indicates the debtor is facing significant financial difficulty and there is no possibility
of recovery. If any recoveries are made from any accounts previously written off, they will be recognized in operations or an offset
to credit loss expense in the year of recovery, in accordance with the entity’s accounting policy election.
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Leases
The Company determines if an arrangement is a lease at inception on an individual contract basis. Operating leases are included in operating lease right-of-use assets, current operating lease liabilities, and non-current operating lease liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets. Operating lease right-of-use assets represent the right to use an underlying asset for the lease term. Operating lease right-of-use assets are recognized at lease commencement date based on the present value of the future minimum lease payments over the lease term. The interest rate implicit in each lease was readily determinable to discount lease payments.
The operating lease right-of-use assets include any lease payments made, including any variable amounts that are based on an index or rate, and exclude lease incentives. Lease terms may include options to extend or terminate the lease. Renewal option periods are included within the lease term and the associated payments are recognized in the measurement of the operating right-of-use asset when they are at the Company’s discretion and considered reasonably certain of being exercised. Lease expense for lease payments is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
The Company has elected the practical expedient not to recognize leases with an initial term of 12 months or less on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets and lease expense is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the short-term lease.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
The Company follows ASC 360-10, Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets. ASC 360-10 requires that if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of long-lived assets or asset groups may be impaired, an evaluation of recoverability would be performed by comparing the estimated future undiscounted cash flows associated with the asset to the asset’s carrying value to determine if a write-down to market value would be required. Long-lived assets or asset groups that meet the criteria in ASC 360-10 as being held for sale are reflected at the lower of their carrying amount or fair market value, less costs to sell.
Revenue Recognition
In applying the guidance of ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, the Company determines revenue recognition through the following steps:
| ● | Identification of the contract, or contracts, with a customer; | |
| ● | Identification of the performance obligations in the contract; | |
| ● | Determination of the transaction price; | |
| ● | Allocation of the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract; and | |
| ● | Recognition of revenue when, or as, a performance obligation is satisfied. |
Revenue is derived from a variety of sources including, but not limited to, (i) fractional/whole aircraft sales, (ii) fractional ownership and jet card programs, (iii) ad hoc charter through the Company’s CharterGPT app and (iv) aircraft management.
Under the fractional ownership program, a customer purchases an ownership share in a jet which guarantees the customer access to the jet for a preset number of hours per year. The fractional ownership program consists of a down payment, one or more progress payments, a payment on delivery, a monthly management fee and an occupied hourly fee. Revenues from the sale of fractional or whole interests in an aircraft are recognized at the time title to the aircraft is transferred to the purchasers, which generally occurs upon delivery or ownership transfer.
The jet card program provides the customer with a preset number of hours of guaranteed private jet access over the agreement term (generally a year) without the larger hourly or capital commitment of purchasing an ownership share. The jet card program consists of a fixed hourly rate for flight hours typically paid 100% up front.
Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of the Company’s promised services, which generally occurs upon the flight hours being used. Any unused hours for the fractional jet and jet card programs are forfeited at the end of the contract term and are thus immediately recognized as revenue at that time.
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Deferred
revenue is an obligation to transfer services to a customer for which the Company has already received consideration. Upon receipt of
a prepayment from a customer for all or a portion of the transaction price, the Company initially recognizes a contract liability. The
contract liability is settled, and revenue is recognized when the Company satisfies its performance obligation to the customer at a future
date. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, the Company deferred $
The
Company also generates revenues from individual ad hoc charter bookings processed through the Company’s CharterGPT app, whereby
the Company sources, negotiates, and arranges travel on a charter basis for a customer based on pre-selected options and pricing provided
by the Company to the customer through the CharterGPT app . In addition, Cirrus Aviation Services markets charters on the Company’s
aircraft for the Company’s benefit. Deferred revenue with respect to the CharterGPT app was $
The
Company utilizes certificated independent third-party air carriers in the performance of a portion of flights. The Company evaluates
whether there is a promise to transfer services to the customer, as the principal, or to arrange for services to be provided by another
party, as the agent, using a control model. The nature of the flight services the Company provides to members is similar regardless of
which third-party air carrier is involved. The Company directs third-party air carriers to provide an aircraft to a member or customer.
Based on evaluation of the control model, it was determined that the Company acts as the principal rather than the agent within all revenue
arrangements. Owner charter revenue is recognized for flights where the owner of a managed aircraft sets the price for the trip. The
Company records owner charter revenue at the time of flight on a net basis for the margin we receive to operate the aircraft. If the
Company has primary responsibility to fulfill the obligation, then the revenue and the associated costs are reported on a gross basis
in the consolidated statements of operations. Deferred revenue with respect to the management of aircraft was $
The following is a breakout of revenue components by subcategory for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
| Year Ended | ||||||||
| December 31, | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Software App and Cirrus Charter | $ | $ | ||||||
| Jet Card and Fractional Programs | ||||||||
| Management and Other Services | ||||||||
| $ | $ | |||||||
Flights
Flights and flight-related services, along with the related costs of the flights, are earned and recognized as revenue at the point in time in which the service is provided. For round-trip flights, revenue is recognized upon arrival at the destination for each flight segment.
Fractional and jet card members pay a fixed quoted amount for flights based on a contractual capped hourly rate. Ad hoc charter customers primarily pay a fixed rate for flights. In addition, flight costs are paid by members through the purchase of dollar-denominated prepaid blocks of flight hours (“Prepaid Blocks”), and other incidental costs such as catering and ground transportation are billed monthly as incurred. Prepaid Blocks are deferred and recognized as revenue when the member completes a flight segment.
Aircraft Management
The Company manages aircraft for owners in exchange for a contractual fee. Revenue associated with the management of aircraft also includes the recovery of owner-incurred expenses including maintenance coordination, cabin crew and pilots, as well as recharging of certain incurred aircraft operating costs and expenses such as maintenance, fuel, landing fees, parking and other related operating costs. The Company passes the recovery and recharge costs back to owners at either cost or a predetermined margin.
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Aircraft management-related revenue contains two types of performance obligations. One performance obligation is to provide management services over the contract period. Revenue earned from management services is recognized over the contractual term, on a monthly basis. The second performance obligation is the cost to operate and maintain the aircraft, which is recognized as revenue at the point in time such services are completed.
Aircraft Sales
The
Company from time to time acquires aircraft from vendors and various other third-party sellers in the private aviation industry. The
Company’s classifies the purchase as aircraft inventory on the consolidated balance sheets. Aircraft inventory is valued at the
lower of cost or net realizable value. Sales are recorded on a gross basis within revenues and cost of revenue in the consolidated statements
of operations. The Company recorded
Pass-Through Costs
In applying the guidance of ASC 606, the Company recognizes revenue when a customer obtains control of promised goods or services, in an amount that reflects the consideration which the Company expects to receive in exchange for those goods or services. To determine revenue recognition for arrangements that the Company determines are within the scope of ASC 606, the Company performs the following five steps: (i) identify the contract(s) with a customer; (ii) identify the performance obligations in the contract; (iii) determine the transaction price; (iv) allocate the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract; and (v) recognize revenue when (or as) the entity satisfies a performance obligation. The Company only applies the five-step model to contracts when it is probable that the Company will collect the consideration it is entitled to in exchange for the goods or services it transfers to the customer. At contract inception, once the contract is determined to be within the scope of ASC 606, the Company assesses the goods or services promised within each contract and determines those that are distinct performance obligations. The Company then assesses whether it is acting as an agent or a principal for each identified performance obligation and includes revenue within the transaction price for third-party costs when the Company determines that it is acting as the principal.
Cost of Revenues
The cost of revenues expenses includes costs incurred in providing air transportation services, such as chartering third-party aircraft, aircraft lease expenses, pilot training and wages, aircraft fuel, aircraft maintenance, and other aircraft operating expenses, each of which is discussed below.
| 1. | Chartering Third-Party Aircraft: The cost of chartering third-party aircraft is recorded as a part of the cost of revenues expense. These expenses include the fees paid to third-party operators for providing aircraft services on behalf of the Company. Expenses are recognized in the consolidated statements of operations in the period when the service is rendered and are reported on an accrual basis. | |
| 2. | Aircraft Lease Expenses: Aircraft lease expenses include the cost of leasing aircraft for the Company’s operations. The lease expenses are recognized as an operating expense in the consolidated statements of operations over the lease term on a straight-line basis. | |
| 3. | Pilot Training and Wages: Pilot training costs are expensed as incurred and are included in the cost of revenues expenses. This encompasses expenses related to initial pilot training, recurrent training, and any additional required training programs. Pilot wages, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits, are also recognized as a part of the cost of revenues expenses and are reported on an accrual basis. | |
| 4. | Aircraft Fuel: The cost of aircraft fuel is recognized as an expense in the cost of revenues category based on the actual consumption during flight operations. Fuel costs are recorded in the consolidated statements of operations in the period when the fuel is consumed and are reported on an accrual basis. | |
| 5. | Aircraft Maintenance: Aircraft maintenance expenses include both routine and non-routine maintenance. Routine maintenance costs are expensed as incurred and are recorded as a part of the cost of revenues expense. Non-routine maintenance expenses, such as major repairs and overhauls, are capitalized and amortized over their expected useful life. The amortization expense is included in the cost of revenues expense and is recognized in the consolidated statements of operations on a straight-line basis over the asset’s useful life. | |
| 6. | Other Aircraft Operating Expenses: Other aircraft operating expenses include costs such as insurance, landing fees, navigation charges, and catering services. These expenses are recognized in the consolidated statements of operations as a part of the cost of revenues expenses in the period when they are incurred and are reported on an accrual basis. |
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Advertising Costs
The
Company expenses the cost of advertising and promoting the Company’s services as incurred. Such amounts are included in sales and
marketing expense in the consolidated statements of operations and totaled $
Research and Development
The Company incurs research and development costs during the process of researching and developing its technologies and future offerings. The Company’s research and development costs consist primarily of payments for third-party software development that is not capitalizable. The Company expenses these costs as incurred until the resulting product has been completed, tested, and made ready for commercial use.
The Company accounts for stock awards under ASC 718, Compensation – Stock Compensation. Under ASC 718, stock-based compensation cost is measured at the grant date, based on the estimated fair value of the award, and is recognized as expense over the employee’s requisite vesting period or over the nonemployee’s period of providing goods or services. The fair value of each stock option or warrant award is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option valuation model.
Income Taxes
The Company applies ASC 740, Income Taxes. Deferred income taxes are recognized for the tax consequences in future years of differences between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their financial statement reported amounts at each period end, based on enacted tax laws and statutory tax rates applicable to the periods in which the differences are expected to affect taxable income. Valuation allowances are established, when necessary, to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. The provision for income taxes represents the tax expense for the period, if any and the change during the period in deferred tax assets and liabilities.
ASC 740 also provides criteria for the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of uncertain tax positions. A tax benefit from an uncertain position is recognized only if it is “more likely than not” that the position is sustainable upon examination by the relevant taxing authority based on its technical merit.
The Company is subject to tax in the United States and files tax returns in the U.S. Federal jurisdiction and Nevada state jurisdiction. The Company is subject to U.S. Federal, state, and local income tax examinations by tax authorities for all periods since inception. The Company currently is not under examination by any tax authority.
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The Company presents basic EPS and diluted EPS on the face of the consolidated statements of operations. Basic EPS is computed by dividing net income (loss) attributable to common stockholders by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding. Diluted EPS is computed by dividing net income attributable to common stockholders by the weighted-average number of diluted common shares outstanding. The computation of the diluted net income per share of common stock assumes the conversion of the Company’s Series B Convertible Preferred stock to shares of common stock. The dilutive effect of potentially dilutive common shares is reflected in diluted earnings per share by application of the if-converted method for the Series B Convertible Preferred stock, and by application of the treasury stock method for the Company’s other potentially dilutive securities. For periods in which the Company incurs a net loss, the effects of potentially dilutive securities would be antidilutive and would be excluded from the diluted EPS calculations. For the year ended December 31, 2025, there were options and warrants to purchase common stock, respectively, excluded. For the year ended December 31, 2024, there were options, warrants to purchase common stock, and common shares issuable upon conversion of Series B Preferred Stock, respectively, excluded.
Concentration of Credit Risk
The
Company maintains its cash with several major U.S. financial institutions which it believes to be creditworthy. Balances are insured
by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation up to $
Segment Reporting
The Company identifies operating segments as components of the Company for which discrete financial information is available and is regularly reviewed by the chief operating decision maker, or decision-making group, in making decisions regarding resource allocation and performance assessment. The chief operating decision maker is the Interim Chief Executive Officer. The Company determined that as of and through December 31, 2025 the Company operates in a single operating and reportable segment, private aviation services, as the chief operating decision maker reviews financial information presented on a consolidated basis, accompanied by disaggregated information about revenue, for purposes of making operating decisions, allocating resources, and assessing performance. All of the Company’s long-lived assets are located in the U.S. and revenue from private aviation services is substantially earned from flights throughout the U.S.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU No. 2024-03, “Expense Disaggregation Disclosures.” ASU 2024-03 requires disclosure to disaggregate prescribed expenses within relevant statement of operations captions. The standard is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2026 and for interim periods after December 15, 2027. Early adoption is permitted. The Company is evaluating the impact of the changes to its existing disclosures.
In July 2025, the FASB issued ASU No. 2025-05, Financial Instruments – Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses for Accounts Receivable and Contract Assets. The ASU provides an optional practical expedient for estimating future credit losses based on current conditions as of the balance sheet date and assuming those conditions do not change over the remaining life of the accounts receivable. This standard is effective January 1, 2026. The Company does not expect this ASU to have a material impact on the consolidated results of operations and financial condition.
In September 2025, the FASB issued ASU No. 2025-06, Intangibles - Goodwill and Other - Internal-Use Software (Subtopic 350-40): Targeted Improvements to the Accounting for Internal-Use Software. The ASU removes references to prescriptive software development stages and includes an updated framework for capitalizing internal software costs. This standard is effective January 1, 2028. The Company is currently evaluating this ASU’s impact on the consolidated results of operations and financial condition.
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NOTE 3 – OTHER ASSETS
Other assets consisted of the following:
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| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Deposits | $ | $ | ||||||
| Lease Maintenance Reserve | ||||||||
| Total Other Assets | $ | $ | ||||||
NOTE 4 – OTHER INVESTMENTS
Investment in AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp.
In
July 2025, the Company made a capital contribution of approximately $
On
October 6, 2025, AIIA announced the closing of an initial public offering (“IPO”). In the IPO, AIIA sold an aggregate of
In
connection with AIIA’s IPO, Sponsor purchased from AIIA, simultaneous with the closing of the IPO, an aggregate of
At
the close of the offering, Sponsor held
In
connection with the organization of Sponsor, Jet.AI owns approximately
The
Company’s beneficial interest in AIIA’s Class A and Class B shares are recorded at fair value and are classified in “Other
Investments” on the consolidated balance sheets. The fair value calculation of the investment in Sponsor is dependent on company-
specific adjustments applied to the observable trading prices of AIIA Class A shares.
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As
of December 31, 2025, the Company held an aggregate of
Other investments as of December 31, 2025 consist of the following:
| December 31, | ||||
| 2025 | ||||
| AIIA Class A Ordinary Shares & Rights | $ | |||
| AIIA Class B Ordinary Shares | ||||
| Total | $ | |||
| Year Ended | ||||
| December 31, | ||||
| 2025 | ||||
| Beginning of year | $ | |||
| Investments in Sponsor | ||||
| Unrealized gain on investment in AIIA | ||||
| End of year | $ | |||
The Company utilizes the services of an independent valuation expert (“Valuation Expert”) to determine the fair value of the Company’s indirect investment in AIIA. The Valuation Expert observed that the Class A shares of AIIA trades in a relatively liquid market at the measurement date, and the Company’s share of AIIA’s Class B shares were convertible to OXAC’s Class A Shares on a 1 to 1 basis. The Valuation Expert applied this ratio to the value of AIIA’s Class A shares and then applied an additional 30% discount to account for the lack of marketability and the inherent risk of forfeiture should a business combination not occur.
There were no transfers between Levels 1, 2 or 3 during the year ended December 31, 2025.
The following table provides a reconciliation of changes in fair value of the beginning and ending balances for the other investments classified as Level 3:
| Other | ||||
| Investments | ||||
| Fair value of Level 3 other investment at December 31, 2024 | $ | |||
| Initial fair value as of July 1, 2025 | ||||
| Change in valuation inputs or other assumptions | ||||
| Fair value of Level 3 other investment at December 31, 2025 | $ | |||
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NOTE 5 – NOTES RECEIVABLE
Unsecured Promissory Note
On
May 31, 2025, the Company entered into a promissory note with an affiliated entity (the “Maker”). During the year ended December
31, 2025, the Company advanced $
NOTE 6 – NOTES PAYABLE
Bridge Agreement
On
September 11, 2023, the Company entered into a binding term sheet (the “Bridge Agreement”) with eight investors whereby the
investors purchased senior secured promissory notes (the “Bridge Notes”) from the Company in the aggregate principal amount
of $
The
Company received net proceeds from the sale of the Bridge Notes of $
These Bridge Notes and accrued interest payable were fully repaid during the year ended December 31, 2024.
NOTE 7 – COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Operating Lease
In
November 2021,
The
lease agreement also requires the Company to hold a liquidity reserve of $
Total
lease expense for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 was $
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Right-of-use lease assets and lease liabilities for our operating leases was recorded in the consolidated balance sheets as follows:
| December 31, | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Operating lease right-of-use asset | $ | $ | ||||||
| Accumulated amortization | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Net balance | $ | $ | ||||||
| Lease liability, current portion | $ | $ | ||||||
| Lease liability, long-term | ||||||||
| Total operating lease liabilities | $ | $ | ||||||
As
of December 31, 2025, the weighted average remaining lease term was
As of December 31, 2025, future minimum required lease payments due under the non-cancellable operating lease are as follows:
| 2026 | ||||
| Total future minimum lease payments | ||||
| Less imputed interest | ( | ) | ||
| Maturities of lease liabilities | $ |
GEM Share Purchase Agreement
The Company executed a Share Purchase Agreement, dated as of August 4, 2022, with GEM Yield LLC SCS and GEM Yield Bahamas Limited (together with GEM Yield LLC SCS, “GEM”). The Company has the right to periodically issue and sell to GEM, and GEM has agreed to purchase, up to $ aggregate value of shares of the Company’s common stock during the 36-month period following the date of listing on Nasdaq.
shares of common stock were sold pursuant to this agreement during the year ended December 31, 2025.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, the Company issued shares of common stock pursuant to the agreement for total consideration of approximately $ million.
The
Company previously agreed to pay GEM a commitment fee equal to $
Pursuant to the Share Purchase Agreement, the Company issued to GEM a warrant (the “GEM Warrant”) granting it the right to purchase up to shares of common stock of the Company on a fully diluted basis. The GEM Warrant was issued with an exercise price of $ and a term of . The GEM Warrant included an adjustment mechanism, whereby the exercise price is subject to adjustment from time to time. Pursuant to the GEM Warrant, on the first anniversary following the Public Listing Date as defined in the GEM Warrant (the “Adjustment Date”), if all or any portion of the GEM Warrant remained unexercised and the average closing price of the Company’s common stock for the trading days following the Adjustment Date was less than 90% of the then-current exercise price of the warrant (the “Baseline Price”), then the exercise price of the unexercised Warrant Shares that remained exercisable pursuant to the GEM Warrant would be adjusted to 110% of the Baseline Price. Accordingly, the GEM Warrant exercise price was reduced to $ per share as of December 31, 2025.
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On
August 4, 2022, the Company entered into a Registration Rights Agreement with GEM, obligating the Company to file a registration statement
with respect to resales of the shares of common stock issuable to GEM under the Share Purchase Agreement and upon exercise of the GEM
Warrant. Because that registration statement was not declared effective by October 23, 2023 (the “Effectiveness Deadline”),
the Company was obligated to pay GEM an amount equal to $
On October 23, 2023, the Company entered into a warrant amendment agreement retroactively effective as of August 10, 2023 (the “GEM Warrant Amendment”). The GEM Warrant Amendment provides that GEM can elect to limit the exercisability of the “GEM Warrant” to purchase shares of the Company’s common stock, such that it is not exercisable to the extent that, after giving effect to the exercise, GEM and its affiliates, to the Company’s actual knowledge, would beneficially own in excess of % of the Company’s common stock outstanding immediately after giving effect to such exercise. On October 23, 2023, GEM provided a notice to the Company electing to have this limit apply to the GEM Warrant effective as of August 10, 2023. GEM may revoke this election notice by providing written notice to the Company of such revocation, which revocation would not be effective until 61 days after such notice is delivered to the Company.
Textron Aircraft Purchase Agreement
On
October 31, 2024, the Company entered into an aircraft purchase agreement with Textron Aviation Inc. (“Textron”), for the
purchase of three Cessna Citation CJ4 aircraft (the “CJ4 Aircraft”). Under the aircraft purchase agreement, the Company may
purchase from Textron specifically configured CJ4 Aircraft at prevailing market rates whereby the aggregate purchase price could be approximately
$
December 2024 Engagement Letter with Maxim Group LLC
On December 4, 2024, the Company entered into an engagement letter (the “2024 Maxim Engagement Letter”) with Maxim Group LLC (“Maxim”), pursuant to which Maxim serves as the Company’s exclusive financial advisor with respect to one or more potential business combinations. The Company agreed to pay Maxim a non-refundable stock fee of shares (the “Retainer”) which were issued upon execution of the engagement letter. The shares were recorded to General and Administrative expenses as stock-based compensation based on the fair value of the shares of $.
If
the Company consummates certain transactions the engagement letter provides that Maxim is due a fee of $
February 2025 Engagement Letter
On
February 25, 2025, the Company entered into an engagement letter (the “2025 Maxim Engagement Letter”) with Maxim, pursuant
to which the Company engaged Maxim to serve as its exclusive financial advisor with respect to a spin-out transaction. Pursuant to the
2025 Maxim Engagement Letter, the Company agreed to pay Maxim a non-refundable stock fee of shares of common stock which were
issued upon execution of the 2025 Maxim Engagement Letter. If the Company consummates a spin-out transaction, then Maxim will receive
a success fee of $
On May 16, 2025, the Company entered into an amendment to the 2025 Maxim Engagement Letter. Pursuant to the amendment, in the event the Company executes, on a one-time basis, both a joint venture agreement and a related contribution agreement with any counterparty in connection with a spin-out, joint venture, or similar transaction, the Company agreed to Maxim an additional shares of common stock. The amendment further provides that no additional shares will be issued to Maxim in connection with any subsequent or additional transactions of a similar nature.
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During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company issued shares of common stock pursuant to the 2025 Maxim Engagement Letter. The shares were recorded to General and Administrative expenses as stock-based compensation based on the fair value of the shares of approximately $.
Joint Venture Agreement
On June 26, 2025, the Company entered into a Joint Venture Agreement (the “JV Agreement”) with Consensus Core Technologies Inc., a British Columbia corporation (“Consensus Core”), pursuant to which the parties agreed to collaborate in developing data centers. The JV Agreement provided certain terms of the joint venture, including: (i) the parties would enter into a Contribution Agreement (the “Contribution Agreement”) with a joint venture limited liability company (a “JVLLC”) outlining the full terms of the joint venture; (ii) the JVLLC would be organized under the laws of the State of Delaware prior to any initial closing under the Contribution Agreement, which would initially be wholly owned by Consensus Core; and (iii) the JVLLC would establish separate subsidiaries for each data center project to be contributed to the joint venture.
Contribution Agreement
On
July 2, 2025, the Company entered into a Contribution Agreement with Consensus Core and Convergence Compute LLC, a Delaware limited liability
company (“Convergence Compute”), pursuant to which the Company contributed $
During
the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company contributed a total of $
Pursuant
to the Contribution Agreement, the Company is obligated to fund the third closing upon satisfaction of the applicable milestones, which
will require an additional contribution of $
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NOTE 8 – STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Common Stock and Preferred Stock
Under
the Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Company, as amended, the Company is authorized to issue up to
The Jet.AI Board adopted the 2023 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the “2023 Plan”) in order to facilitate the grant of equity awards to attract, retain and incentivize employees (including the named executive officers), independent contractors and directors of Jet.AI Inc. and its affiliates, which is essential to Jet.AI Inc.’s long term success. The 2023 Plan is a continuation of the 2018 Plan and 2021 Plan (each as defined below).
On
October 10, 2024, the Company entered into Securities Purchase Agreements (the “First Purchase Agreement”) with institutional
investors for the sale of shares of common stock at a per share price of $. The closing of the offering occurred on October
11, 2024. In connection with offering, the Company entered into a placement agency agreement with
Maxim, pursuant to which the Company paid Maxim (as the placement agent) an aggregate fee equal to
On
October 21, 2024, the Company entered into Securities Purchase Agreements (the “Second Purchase Agreement”) with institutional
investors for the sale of shares of common stock at a per share price of $. The closing of the offering occurred on October
21, 2024. In connection with offering, the Company entered into a placement agency agreement with
Maxim, pursuant to which the Company paid Maxim (as the placement agent), an aggregate fee equal to
On
October 25, 2024, the Company entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement (“ATM Sales Agreement”) with Maxim, which provides
for the sale, in our sole discretion, of shares of our common stock through Maxim, as our sales agent. In accordance with the terms
of the ATM Sales Agreement, the Company may offer and sell shares of our common stock having an aggregate offering price of up to
$
On November 14, 2024, the Company issued shares of common stock for offering costs. The fair value of the shares of $ was recorded to stockholders’ deficit as a reduction of additional paid-in capital.
On
November 21, 2025, the Company entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement (“2025 ATM Sales Agreement”) with Maxim, which
provides for the sale, in our sole discretion, of shares of our common stock through Maxim, as our sales agent. In accordance with the
original terms of the 2025 ATM Sales Agreement, the Company may offer and sell shares of common stock having an aggregate offering price
of up to $
Series B Convertible Preferred Stock Securities Purchase Agreement
On
March 28, 2024, the Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement (the “Securities Purchase Agreement”) with Ionic
Ventures, LLC (“Ionic”) for a private placement, which closed on March 29, 2024. Pursuant to the Securities Purchase Agreement
the Company sold shares of Series B Preferred Stock, a warrant to purchase up to
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Subject
to certain limitations, and provided there is an effective registration statement covering Ionic’s resale of the common stock underlying
the Series B Preferred Stock, shares of Series B Preferred Stock automatically convert into shares of Jet.AI Common Stock on or prior
to the tenth trading day after the issuance date of such shares of Series B Preferred Stock. The number of shares of common stock issuable
upon conversion of a share of Series B Preferred Stock is calculated by dividing the conversion amount per share of Series B Preferred
Stock by the then conversion price.
If
certain defined “triggering events” defined in the Certificate of Designations occur, such as a breach of the Ionic Registration
Rights Agreement, suspension of trading, or the Company’s failure to convert the Series B Preferred Stock into common stock when
a conversion right is exercised, then the Company may be required to redeem the Series B Preferred Stock for cash at
In
connection with the transactions under the Securities Purchase Agreement, the Company entered into a placement agency agreement (the
“Placement Agency Agreement”) with Maxim and agreed to pay Maxim a cash fee equal to
On September 24, 2024, the Company and Ionic entered into a letter agreement (the “Letter Agreement”) that set forth certain understandings and agreements among the Company and Ionic related to the Securities Purchase Agreement. Under the Letter Agreement, Ionic agreed to refrain from taking action to protect its legal rights under the Securities Purchase Agreement. In consideration for the waiver, the Company agreed to a release of Ionic and its affiliates and issued to Ionic additional shares of Series B Preferred Stock. The share issuance was recorded to General and Administrative expenses as stock-based compensation based on the fair value of the equivalent common shares on the issuance date of $.
On October 10, 2024, the Company and Ionic entered into a second letter agreement (the “Second Letter Agreement”) that set forth certain understandings and agreements among the Company and Ionic related to the Securities Purchase Agreement. Under the Second Letter Agreement, Ionic agreed to refrain from taking action to protect its legal rights under the Securities Purchase Agreement, and the related documents and agreements among the parties, related to certain actions and transactions identified in the Second Letter Agreement. In consideration of Ionic’s consent, the Company agreed to, among other things, change the Conversion Measurement Period (as defined in the Certificate of Designations) for the shares of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock that Ionic held as of the date of the Second Letter Agreement to begin on March 28, 2024 and to end in accordance with the Certificate of Designations.
On October 18, 2024, the Company and Ionic entered into a third letter agreement (the “Third Letter Agreement”) that set forth certain understandings and agreements among the Company and Ionic related to the Securities Purchase Agreement. Under the Third Letter Agreement, Ionic agreed to refrain from taking action to protect its legal rights under the Securities Purchase Agreement, and the related documents and agreements among the parties, related to a transaction that may be effected utilizing the registration statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-281578) as generally identified in the Third Letter Agreement. In consideration for Ionic’s consent, the Company agreed to, among other things, change the Conversion Measurement Period (as defined in the Certificate of Designations) for the first shares of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock that Ionic would hold upon exercise of the Ionic Warrant, to begin on March 28, 2024 and to end in accordance with the Certificate of Designations for the Series B Preferred Stock.
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On
December 2, 2025, the Company, Hexstone Capital, LLC (“Hexstone”), and Ionic entered into a fourth letter agreement (the
“Fourth Letter Agreement”) that set forth certain understandings and agreements among the Company and Ionic related to the
Securities Purchase Agreement. Hexstone was assigned certain rights shares acquired by Ionic under the Ionic Warrant. Under the Fourth
Letter Agreement, agreed to refrain from taking action to protect its legal rights under the Securities Purchase Agreement, and the related
documents and agreements among the parties, related to (i) a transaction that may be effected utilizing the registration statement on
Form S-3 (File No. 333-281578) as generally identified in the Fourth Letter Agreement and (ii) a potential underwritten public offering
not to exceed $
As
amended to date, the Certificate of Designations for the Series B Convertible Stock provides that shares of Series B Convertible Preferred
Stock are convertible at a price equal to the lower of (A) $
Except as described above, the rights and preferences of the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, which have been described in various reports previously filed by the Company with the SEC, did not change.
In
November and December 2024, the Company issued shares of Series B Preferred Stock upon a partial exercise of the Ionic Warrant for
gross proceeds of $
During the year ended December 31, 2024, the Company issued shares of common stock for the conversion of shares of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock.
During
the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company issued a total of shares of Series B Preferred Stock upon various exercises of the
Ionic Warrant for gross proceeds of $
During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company issued shares of common stock for the conversion of shares of Series B Preferred Stock.
flyExclusive Transaction
On February 13, 2025, the Company entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger and Reorganization (the “Merger Agreement”) with flyExclusive, Inc. (“flyExclusive”), FlyX Merger Sub, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of flyExclusive (“Merger Sub”), and Jet.AI SpinCo, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Company (“SpinCo”). Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, (i) as a condition to closing on the Merger Agreement, the Company will distribute all of the shares of SpinCo, on a pro rata basis, to the Company’s stockholders and (ii) Merger Sub will merge with and into SpinCo (the “Merger” and, together with the Distribution and all other transactions contemplated under the Merger Agreement, the “Transactions”) with SpinCo surviving the Merger as a wholly owned subsidiary of flyExclusive.
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In connection with executing the Merger Agreement, the Company, SpinCo, and flyExclusive entered into a Separation and Distribution Agreement (the “Separation and Distribution Agreement”) pursuant to which the Company will transfer the business, operations, services and activities of the Company’s jet charter business to SpinCo. Upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Separation and Distribution Agreement, the Company will distribute all of the shares of common stock of SpinCo (“SpinCo Common Stock”) to the Company’s stockholders on a pro rata basis as set forth in the Separation and Distribution Agreement (the “Distribution”). As such, the Company will no longer operate a jet charter business as of consummation of the Distribution. There will be no change to the Company’s board of directors or executive officers as a result of the Transactions.
Upon closing of the Merger, the holders of SpinCo Common Stock will have their SpinCo Common Stock converted on a pro rata basis into the right to receive shares of Class A common stock of flyExclusive (“flyExclusive Common Stock”), based on an exchange ratio equal to the quotient of (i) the “Initial Purchase Price” divided by the volume weighted average closing sale price of the flyExclusive Common Stock as reported on NYSE American for a period of 30 consecutive trading days ending on the trading day three trading days prior to the day of closing of the Merger (the “Merger Consideration Shares”), divided by (ii) the total outstanding shares of SpinCo Common Stock. The “Initial Purchase Price” is an amount equal to the product of SpinCo’s estimated net cash, multiplied by certain premium percentages depending on SpinCo’s estimated net cash upon closing of the Merger. The number of Merger Consideration Shares that holders of SpinCo Common Stock will receive is subject to adjustment, depending on, among other things, the actual amount of SpinCo’s net cash at closing of the Merger. The Company’s stockholders will continue to own and hold their existing shares of the Company’s common stock as of closing of the Merger.
On
May 6, 2025, the parties entered into an Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of
The Transactions are subject to shareholder approval and are expected to close during the first or second quarter of 2026.
Warrant Exchange
On
July 30, 2024, the Company completed an exchange offer relating to its previously outstanding Redeemable Warrants, Merger Consideration
Warrants, and private placement warrants (the “Private Placement Warrants”), whereby the holders of the Redeemable Warrants
and Private Placement Warrants were offered
As
a result of these transactions, the Company recognized a deemed dividend of $
Regulation A offerings
In
June 2021, the Company undertook another Regulation A, Tier 2 offering for which it was selling up to non-voting common stock at
$ per share for a maximum of $
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Share Repurchase Program
On
November 13, 2024, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized and approved a share repurchase program (the “Share Repurchase
Program”) pursuant to which the Company may repurchase up to $
Stock Options
The 2023 Plan provides for the grant of equity awards to employees, outside directors, and consultants, including the direct award or sale of shares, stock options, and restricted stock units to purchase shares. The 2023 Plan is a continuation of the 2018 Plan and 2021 Plan, which were assumed from Jet Token and amended, restated and re-named into the form of the 2023 Omnibus Incentive Plan. In December 2025, the 2023 Plan was amended to increase the number of shares of common stock authorized under the 2023 Plan to shares (plus an amount of shares that will account for all shares issuable in connection with the vesting of certain performance share unit awards that we granted to our executive management team. As of December 31, 2025, the total number of shares reserved for issuance under the Omnibus Incentive Plan was shares. The Omnibus Incentive Plan is administered by the Company’s Board of Directors, and expires ten years after its initial adoption, unless terminated by the Board.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, the Company granted a total of stock options to purchase common stock and restricted stock units to various employees, advisors and consultants. The options have a ten-year life and an exercise price ranging from $ to $. Approximately of the options were immediately vested on the grant date, while the remaining options vest in monthly tranches over a three-year period. The options had a grant date fair value of approximately $, which will be recognized over the vesting period. The 485 restricted stock units were immediately vested on the grant date.
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| Number of Shares | Weighted Average Exercise Price | Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | ||||||||||
| Outstanding at December 31, 2023 | $ | |||||||||||
| Granted | ||||||||||||
| Exercised | - | |||||||||||
| Expired/Cancelled | - | |||||||||||
| Outstanding at December 31, 2024 | $ | |||||||||||
| Number of Shares | Weighted Average Exercise Price | Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | ||||||||||
| Outstanding at December 31, 2024 | $ | |||||||||||
| Granted | - | |||||||||||
| Exercised | - | |||||||||||
| Expired/Cancelled | - | |||||||||||
| Outstanding at December 31, 2025 | $ | |||||||||||
| Exercisable at December 31, 2024 | $ | |||||||||||
| December 31, | ||||
| 2024 | ||||
| Expected life (years) | ||||
| Risk-free interest rate | % - | % | ||
| Expected volatility | % | |||
| Annual dividend yield | % | |||
| Per share grant date fair value | $ | |||
The Company recognizes stock option forfeitures as they occur as there is insufficient historical data to accurately determine future forfeitures rates.
The risk-free interest rate assumption for options granted is based upon observed interest rates on the United States government securities appropriate for the expected term of the Company’s stock options.
The expected term of stock options is calculated using the simplified method which takes into consideration the contractual life and vesting terms of the options.
The Company determined the expected volatility assumption for options granted using the historical volatility of comparable public company’s common stock. The Company will continue to monitor peer companies and other relevant factors used to measure expected volatility for future stock option grants, until such time that the Company’s common stock has enough market history to use historical volatility.
The dividend yield assumption for options granted is based on the Company’s history and expectation of dividend payouts. The Company has never declared or paid any cash dividends on its common stock, and the Company does not anticipate paying any cash dividends in the foreseeable future.
During the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, stock-based compensation expense of $ and $, respectively, was recognized for the vesting of these options and restricted stock units. As of December 31, 2025, there was approximately $ in unrecognized stock-based compensation, which will be recognized through September 2027.
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Performance Share Units
In 2024, the Board of Directors granted performance share units (“PSU”) to each of the Company’s 7 employees. The Company obtained that approval in late December 2025 through an amendment to the 2023 Plan and issued an aggregate of shares of common stock to the PSU holders in February 2026. The Company’s expense in connection with the PSUs was approximately $.
Warrants
The number of outstanding warrants issued by the Company as of December 31, 2025 and 2024 is as follows:
| Warrant | Expiration Date Date | Exercise Price | Number Outstanding | |||||||
| GEM Common Stock Warrants | $ | |||||||||
| Total | ||||||||||
NOTE 9 – RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
See Note 4 for discussion of the Company’s related party investment in Sponsor. Sponsor was founded and organized by certain of the Company’s executive officers and directors, who also serve as officers or directors of AI Infrastructure Acquisition Corp., with capital commitments from Sponsor’s founders and the Company.
Commencing
on the effective date of AIIA’s IPO, the Sponsor agreed to pay the Company a total of up to $
See Note 5 for a discussion of the related party promissory note receivable entered into with an affiliated entity in May 2025.
See Note 6 for a discussion of the Bridge Agreement entered into with related parties.
NOTE 10 – FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The carrying amount of the Company’s financial instruments, except for other investments discussed in Note 4, consist of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and accounts payable approximate fair value due to their short-term nature.
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NOTE 11 – DEFERRED REVENUE
Changes in deferred revenue for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 were as follows:
| Deferred revenue as of December 31, 2024 | $ | |||
| Amounts deferred during the year | ||||
| Revenue recognized from amounts included in the deferred revenue beginning balance | ( | ) | ||
| Revenue from current year sales | ( | ) | ||
| Deferred revenue as of December 31, 2025 | $ |
NOTE 12 – INCOME TAXES
For the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, the Company did not record a current or deferred income tax expense or benefit due to current and historical losses incurred by the Company. The Company’s losses before income taxes consist solely of losses from domestic operations.
A reconciliation of income tax expense (benefit) computed at the statutory federal income tax rate to income taxes as reflected in the financial statements is as follows:
| Year Ended December 31, 2025 | Year Ended December 31, 2024 | |||||||||||||||
| Amount | % | Amount | % | |||||||||||||
| Statutory US Federal tax rate | $ | % | $ | ( | ) | % | ||||||||||
| Permanent differences: | ||||||||||||||||
| Stock compensation | % | % | ||||||||||||||
| Other | ( | ) | - | % | - | % | ||||||||||
| Valuation allowance | ( | ) | - | % | - | % | ||||||||||
| Total | $ | % | $ | % | ||||||||||||
Deferred taxes are recognized for temporary differences between the basis of assets and liabilities for financial statement and income tax purposes. The significant components of the Company’s deferred tax assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2025 and 2024 are comprised of the following:
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||||
| Deferred tax asset attributable to: | ||||||||
| Net operating loss carryover | $ | $ | ||||||
| Deferred tax liablities attributable to: | ||||||||
| Unrealized gain on equity investments | $ | ( | ) | $ | ||||
| Net deferred tax asset before valuation allowance: | ||||||||
| Valuation allowance | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Net deferred tax asset | $ | $ | ||||||
The
Company has evaluated the positive and negative evidence bearing upon its ability to realize its deferred tax assets, which are comprised
primarily of net operating loss carryforwards. Management considered the impact of unrealized gains recognized during the year related
to investments measured at fair value, which give rise to deferred tax liabilities associated with temporary differences. Because these
gains are non cash in nature, dependent on future liquidity events, and not indicative of recurring taxable income, management concluded
that such gains do not outweigh significant negative evidence. Management has considered the Company’s history of cumulative net
losses in the United States, estimated future taxable income, and prudent and feasible tax planning strategies and has concluded that
it is more likely than not that the Company will not realize the benefits of its U.S. federal and state deferred tax assets. Accordingly,
a full valuation allowance has been established against these net deferred tax assets as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
The Company reevaluates the positive and negative evidence at each reporting period. During the period ended December 31, 2025, the Company’s
valuation allowance increased during the period by approximately $
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The
Company recognizes the financial statement benefit of a tax position only after determining that it is more likely than not that the
position will be sustained upon examination by the relevant taxing authority. Management evaluated uncertain tax positions as of December
31, 2025 and 2024 and concluded that
At
December 31, 2025, the Company had federal net operating loss carry forwards of approximately $
Utilization of the U.S. federal and state net operating loss may be subject to a substantial annual limitation under Section 382 and Section 383 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and corresponding provisions of state law, due to ownership changes that have occurred previously or that could occur in the future. These ownership changes may limit the amount of net operating loss that can be utilized annually to offset future taxable income and tax liabilities, respectively. The Company has not completed a study to assess whether a change of ownership has occurred, or whether there have been multiple ownership changes since its formation. Any limitation may result in expiration of a portion of the net operating loss carryforwards or research and development tax credit carryforwards before utilization.
The Company is subject to tax in the United States (“U.S.”) and files income tax returns in the U.S. Federal jurisdiction and several states and local jurisdictions where the Company has determined it has tax nexus. The Company is subject to U.S. Federal, state and local income tax examinations by tax authorities for tax years 2021 and forward. The Company currently is not under examination by any tax authority.
NOTE 13 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
In
January and February 2026 the Company made an additional $
In
January, February and March 2026, the Company sold an aggregate of
shares of common stock under the 2025 ATM Sales Agreement for gross proceeds of approximately $
In January and February 2026, the Company issued shares of common stock for the conversion of the remaining shares of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock.
The Company has evaluated subsequent events that occurred after December 31, 2025 through March 6, 2026, the date that these consolidated financial statements were available to be issued, and noted no additional events requiring recognition for disclosure.
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