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Last Updated: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, 9:06 AM PDT
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Flying Magazine
• Zach Vasile
Senators introduce bill to guarantee pay for FAA and TSA frontline staff during government shutdown
By Flying Magazine: A new Senate bill would set aside money to pay essential FAA and TSA staff through the duration of the federal government shutdown.
AINonline
• Charles Alcock
Carbon Tracker: SAF Will Play a Minimal Role — Urges Investment in Electric Propulsion for Short‑Haul Flights
By AINonline: Carbon Tracker urges investment in electric propulsion for short-haul flights.
Skift
• Meghna Maharishi
Full Video: Inside Abu Dhabi’s Plan to Redefine the Airport Experience
By Skift: Abu Dhabi Airports CEO Elena Sorlini reveals how Zayed International is using AI, biometrics, and ecosystem collaboration to deliver rapid growth, seamless operations, and a next-generation airport experience that turns transit into tourism.
Skift
• Meghna Maharishi
Etihad outlines premium-first growth plan, rejects premium economy and touts AI-driven optimization
By Skift: Etihad CEO Antonoaldo Neves unveils a disciplined growth plan focused on profitability, premium service, and AI-driven optimization—while pushing network expansion and maintaining 90% load factors across the airline’s fast-growing global footprint.
Aviation Week
• Molly McMillin
Business Aviation and Relief Groups Mobilize Aid Flights to Jamaica After Category 5 Hurricane Melissa
By Aviation Week: Business aviation organizations are assessing the needs of the island and sending supplies after Hurricane Melissa smacked Jamaica with a Category 5 storm.
Joby Aviation
Joby Adds to the History of Propeller Blade Manufacturing in Dayton, Ohio
By Joby Aviation: Joby Aviation announced today that it has begun manufacturing propeller blades at its Dayton, Ohio facility.
Vertical Mag
• Bell Press Release; October
Air Methods orders three Bell 407GXi helicopters, accepts Bell 429 delivery for medevac fleet
By Vertical Mag: They anticipate a decrease in response times, allowing them to better support the communities they serve.
