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REINVENTING THE BUSINESS CLASS EXPERIENCE BETWEEN PARIS AND NEW YORK

Created by professionals from the world of aviation and ambitious businessmen, La Compagnie is reinventing the business class experience. Since July 21st, 2014, we have offered exclusively business class daily flights between Paris and New York at rates from 30 to 50 per cent less expensive than the competition. At the end of 2016, La Compagnie joined forces with XL Airways in order to create the first low-fare long-haul airline group. Led by Laurent Magnin, the two French airlines democratize air transport in Economy (XL Airways) and in Business class (La Compagnie).

“Two airlines whose strength relies on their employees’ commitment! Consumers want competitive prices and a transparent service. Our companies will work in this way under a French label in a country that is the world leader in tourism and must remain so. ”

Laurent Magnin – CEO of XL Airways and La Compagnie

“When travelers fly with La Compagnie, they’re choosing to travel smart while receiving a business-class experience at a fraction of the price. La Compagnie democratizes business class on the long-haul Paris-NY route. All travelers are after comfort. Each day, our team works hard to offer the best service to our passengers.”

Frantz Yvelin – Founder of La Compagnie

WELCOME ONBOARD ! OUR HISTORY THE STORY OF LA COMPAGNIE BEGAN IN EARNEST IN OCTOBER 2013. THAT’S WHEN DREAMJET CAME TO BE. IT CONTINUES TODAY ALONGSIDE XL AIRWAYS AS THE FIRST FRENCH LONG-HAUL LOW-FARE GROUP

TWO DAILY FLIGHTS JOINED FORCES WITH XL DREAMJET CREATION 1ST FLIGHT 2ND AIRCRAFT JOINS THE FLEET (PARIS & NEW-YORK) AIRWAYS

OCTOBER 2013 JULY 2014 MARCH 2015 OCTOBER 2016 DECEMBER 2016 2017

OUR FINANCING THE TEAM XL AIRWAYS & LA COMPAGNIE

La Compagnie received the support of private investors, French airlines, XL Airways and La Compagnie have mostly French or European, amounting to an exceptional LAURENT MAGNIN joined forces, creating the first French long-haul initial sum of almost 30 million Euros. CEO low-fare group.

This step forward in La Compagnie’s history aims to offer complementary services, both business and economy CHRISTIAN VERNET class, on the New-York to Paris route served by both General Manager airlines.

JEAN-CHARLES PERINO EVP Sales and Marketing Co-founder

YANN POUDOULEC EVP Engineering Co-founder OUR OFFERING DAILY 100% BUSINESS CLASS NEW YORK – PARIS FLIGHTS FOR LESS

OUR SMARTER BUSINESS CLASS OUR BOOKING SYSTEM OUR FAST, EFFICIENT, 100% BUSINESS CLASS AIRPORT ACCESS

With La Compagnie, travelers can enjoy the comforts of business class at a Travelers can purchase their tickets online at www.lacompagnie.com, PARIS – CHARLES DE GAULLE highly competitive price. by calling La Compagnie’s dedicated call center 800-218-8187, Our flights depart from Terminal 1 of Paris - Charles de Gaulle Airport, or through travel agents who can book through Sabre, Travelport or the number one passenger airport in France. Please note that about Amadeus systems. There is no fare difference between our distribution 90% of business class passengers traveling between Paris and channels. Our Paris-New York business class tickets are available New-York depart from this airport. from $1,800 R/T. NEW YORK – NEWARK La Compagnie has chosen Newark Airport because of its easy access to and from Manhattan. This boutique airport allows NEW YORK - PARIS for simplified connections and movement, which are perfectly adapted FROM to La Compagnie’s aircraft. At Newark Liberty International Airport $1,800R/T* (EWR), La Compagnie operates out of Terminal B. IN BUSINESS CLASS

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FLIGHT SCHEDULE

DEPARTURE ARRIVAL OPERATING DAYS

#BO100 10:30 13:00 PARIS (CDG-T1) - NYC (EWR-TB) Daily #BO101 19:05 08:20 NYC (EWR-TB) - PARIS (CDG-T1) #B0102 14:30 17:00 SINCE 1ST PARIS (CDG-T1) - NYC (EWR-TB) JUNE 2017: #B0103 DAILY EXCEPT 21:40 10:50 TUESDAY NYC (EWR-TB) - PARIS (CDG-T1) OUR AIRPLANES BOEING 757-200, MADE TO CROSS THE ATLANTIC

TWO AIRCRAFT PERFECTLY SUITED TO TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHTS

La Compagnie’s flights are operated on two Boeing 757-200 aircraft, perfectly suited for La Compagnie’s transatlantic route.

The two aircraft were fully refurbished and now proudly wear La Compagnie’s signature colors, Celeste Blue and Anthracite Grey.

They are equipped with Rolls-Royce engines and winglets designed to limit fuel consumption and contribute to environment preservation in line with our commitment to AKUO ENERGY. © Manuel NEGRERIE OUR CABIN ONE CABIN - 74 BUSINESS CLASS SEATS

A 100% BUSINESS CLASS CABIN

Our single-class cabins are fully equipped in a business class configuration. Custom designed for La Compagnie in collaboration with Aerotec Concept, La Compagnie’s cabins feature only 74 seats in a space where usual configuration can reach 230 seats. The central aisle serves 19 rows of two times two seats. It allows passengers to benefit from a unique boutique cabin in keeping with who we are.

LET’S TALK ABOUT COMFORT

Integrated into fixed shells, seat height is 46 in. and width is 26 in. Each seat is spaced by a pitch of 62’’ (155 cm) so passengers benefit from a comfortable and large private space allowing a relaxing sleep. La Compagnie provides antiallergenic pillows and soft blankets for all passengers.

Thanks to its LED system, the Mood Light module creates a unique atmosphere for each phase of flight (boarding, dinner, waking up), which combat the effects of jetlag. OUR BUSINESS EXPERIENCE A FEW HOURS OF FLIGHT BENEFIT FROM BUSINESS CLASS COMFORT

OUR IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT PASSENGER SERENITY IS KEY

All seats come equipped with individual tablets for optimal handling in Exclusively designed for La Compagnie passengers, the airline’s premium addition to visual comfort. La Compagnie offers passengers a selection of amenity kits provide passengers with all the essentials needed for a smooth both French and American movie classics, new releases, television shows in-flight experience. Conveniently sized to fit a personal tablet inside, and music, all of which is updated on a monthly basis. the kit showcases several designs inspired by the airline’s interior, in shades of baby blue and cool grey. Amenities in the kit include socks, ear plugs, eye mask, a shoe bag to store one’s footwear, a toothbrush and toothpaste, a mirror, and cosmetic products.

La Compagnie has partnered with Caudalie to offer passengers two generous 15ml format care products including hand and nail hydrating cream and a face hydrating treatment. These Caudalie treatments are offered in our amenity kits. OUR GASTRONOMY

AT THE HEART OF OUR BUSINESS CLASS EXPERIENCE, THE SUBTLE AND ELEGANT CUISINE OF CHRISTOPHE LANGREE

CHRISTOPHE LANGREE’S CUISINE IN THE SKY CHEFS & CO, A CULINARY PROGRAM

Passengers on La Compagnie can enjoy seasonal menus with simple Because travel is also about taste, La Compagnie takes in-flight dining and subtle recipes developed with great delicacy by our Chef, Christophe to new heights with the Chefs & Co program. At the request of Langrée. For overnight travel from New York to Paris, La Compagnie Christophe Langrée, two Chefs based in Paris: David Toutain and offers a light snack to set the stage for a relaxing environment for resting Christophe Saintagne and two Chefs based in New-York: Jody Williams and sleeping. and Frederic Duca, have designed their own signature dishes for La Compagnie passengers. Starting in July 2017, each dish will be CHAMPAGNE & CO served onboard La Compagnie for one month, integrated into Christophe Langrée’s menus. Our passengers will also have the opportunity to PIPER HEIDSIECK CHAMPAGNE is the exclusive Champagne partner meet these new Chefs, each of whom will join us onboard to present on board. Our wines have been carefully selected to include traditional their contributions to the menu. French producers from different regions.

“Enabling people to travel somewhere else in their minds is our business. That’s what we are thinking when creating new menus. Straight to the point, simple, good and tasty, that is our mandate. Our creations follow the seasons as well as diner’s desires for inspiration. From Hotel Matignon to La Compagnie, and Paris to New York, the idea is to delight our diners a little more each time. From my native Brittany to my travels around the world, I have kept only the best recipes to share with you.”

Christophe Langrée OUR SERVICES A TRUE BUSINESS CLASS SERVICE BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER THE FLIGHT

A LUGGAGE-FRIENDLY POLICY A PRIVATE SPACE BEFORE BOARDING

With La Compagnie, there is no need to stress about luggage! Our luggage For ultimate comfort, La Compagnie offers airport lounge access to policy enables each passenger to check up to two bags weighing 70 lbs. passengers at all our airports. La Compagnie passengers can wait to each at no additional cost. board in a comfortable, private area offering the chance to eat, rest and read the press for free before their flight. A sports-friendly airline, La Compagnie also welcomes passengers carrying sports equipment, including golf clubs, surfboards, bicycle or skis, at no extra charge.

A PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR

For travels between Paris Charles de Gaulle airport and your destination in Paris and its immediate suburbs, passengers can book a private driver thanks to our comfortable, reliable and affordable service partner at fixed price (59€). OUR CREW FLY IN GOOD COMPANY WITH LA COMPAGNIE

Each La Compagnie flight is staffed by two pilots and three flight attendants fluent in both French and English. The highly experienced cockpit crew has French Civil Aviation Authority approval. Our flight attendants, the true ambassadors of La Compagnie and its values, “Through collections that combine style and excellence, our brand is about are in charge of passengers comfort and safety on the ground and in the air. elegance and impertinence. Since its birth 9 years ago, VICOMTE A. has strived to support bold projects led by French entrepreneurs. Following our meeting THE VICOMTE A DESIGN TOUCH with Frantz Yvelin, whose passion for entrepreneurship and air travel we share, it seemed only right to put our expertise at the service of this great adventure. The cabin crew is outfitted in stylish signature uniforms designed by French designer It is therefore natural that we, VICOMTE A., should partner with LA COMPAGNIE VICOMTE A., whose colorful ready-to-wear line combines aristocratic tradition for wonderful journeys ahead... With our head in the clouds!” and elegance with French know-how and “art-de-vivre.” Marcy et Arthur de Soultrait, Vicomte A. Micky Clement OUR LOYALTY PROGRAM MYCOMPAGNIE: SIMPLE AND TRANSPARENT TO REWARD OUR FREQUENT FLYERS HOW DOES IT WORK? HOW TO ACCUMULATE POINTS? HOW TO CONVERT POINTS?

MyCompagnie is a unique loyalty program. What you read is what you get. 1 – FLYING WITH US Passengers can convert their points into flights or free services by contacting Our program is simple and works with a transparent point scale. For each the call center. flight a passenger takes with La Compagnie, he/she earns points (from 1 FULL FLEX SEMI FLEX BEST BUY PROMO to 5 points) according to the fare booked. Since May 2017, a passenger 1 - LA COMPAGNIE TICKETS MIN. AVAILABILITY MAX. AVAILABILITY can sponsor friends or relatives and get 2 points credited following the +5 POINTS +3 POINTS +2 POINTS +1 POINT sponsee’s first flight. La Compagnie also credits the sponsee with 4 points. ROUND TRIP TICKET 40 POINTS 80 POINTS 2 – SPONSORING FRIENDS OR RELATIVES ONE WAY TICKET 20 POINTS 40 POINTS Afterwards, passengers can convert their points into La Compagnie tickets. From May 2017, they can also redeem points for La Compagnie services SPONSOR SPONSEE Reward tickets are subject to availability. Passengers may access more flights with or XL Airways tickets. To subscribe, passengers create an account online Max Availability tickets. for free. They simply contact the call center to convert loyalty points. +2 POINTS +4 POINTS

2 - LA COMPAGNIE SERVICES NEW MyCompagnie points are retroactive. A passenger can get past flight(s) CHANGE TICKET SEMI FLEX 5 POINTS credited to their MyCompagnie account. They simply need to register for a MyCompagnie account on La Compagnie’s website, login and enter CHANGE TICKET BEST BUY 10 POINTS previous reservation or flight ticket numbers. CHANGE TICKET PROMO 15 POINTS EXTRA OR OVERSIZED LUGGAGE 5 POINTS

Points can also be used by passengers to avoid paying penalty fees for ticket exchanges, depending on their ticket fare basis. The fare difference might still apply depending on the chosen dates of flight. Points displayed in the table above apply for a one-way flight.

3 - XL AIRWAYS TICKETS NEW MIN. AVAILABILITY MAX. AVAILABILITY ROUND TRIP TICKET 15 POINTS 25 POINTS

MyCompagnie members can also exchange points for tickets to the following destinations served by XL Airways: The West Indies, Reunion Island, Cancun, Punta Cana, San Francisco, Los Angeles or Miami. Subject to availability at the indicated fare basis. Reward tickets are subject to availability. You may access more flights with Max Availability tickets. OUR PARTNERS TO OFFER A UNIQUE 100% BUSINESS CLASS EXPERIENCE, LA COMPAGNIE IS SUPPORTED BY TALENTED PARTNERS OUR ONBOARD EVENTS UNIQUE EXPERIENCES AT 30,000 FEET

Once or twice a month, La Compagnie organizes unique events onboard. This is how passengers came to meet well-known directors and authors such as Claude Lelouch, Sébastien Samson, Jean-Michel Ribes and Philip Kerr. Our events also feature exciting tasting: we offered a Paul Bocuse menu onboard, a Rosé tasting for summer, and the unique experience of a Petrossian Caviar tasting. The list is endless! Sharing our love-at-first-sight experiences with our passengers, this is the benefit of a boutique airline. Here are some of the most recent onboard surprises organized with our partners.

KEVIN LYONS x CO PETROSSIAN PHILIP KERR

The first in-flight art gallery. From April until August 30th 2017, street The B0100 flight of March 16th was quite exceptional! Petrossian Just before the Euro Cup kick-off, thriller fiction writer Philip Kerr was artist Kevin Lyons’ 40 exclusive creations took their place on our plane’s offered its Caviar onboard experience with La Compagnie including a invited onboard La Compagnie to talk about his latest book "January 85 windows. The characters were inspired by the different personalities starter of Tartare of Smoked Salmon and Caviar from Petrossian, followed Window", a cliffhanger set in the dog eat dog world of the Premier of La Compagnie travelers. It’s the ultimate pop-up exhibition: by Cod with Champagne Sauce and Petrossian Caviar black pearls League. The perfect occasion to discuss all things football in good a flying art gallery. as main course. compagnie, passengers received signed copies of Kerr's work to dig into at home. CONTACT HAWKINS INTERNATIONAL PR [email protected]