Overview

• On October 9, AVi8 Air Capital and Pan American Global Holdings initiated the formal FAA process to certify a U.S. Part 121 scheduled carrier under the Pan Am name.
• The effort remains subject to approvals from the FAA and the U.S. Department of Transportation.
• If certified, the airline plans a Miami base with operations using an Airbus fleet.
• AVi8 reports a dedicated certification team in place as well as early support from aircraft lessors and key vendors.
• Specific aircraft types, route plans, financing details, and a launch timeline have not been disclosed, with further updates expected in the coming months.