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US-bound flights must obtain Ebola attestations from passengers

A rule effective Nov. 4 requires passengers on flights bound for the United States to confirm they have not recently been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The requirement places a new screening and compliance step on airlines operating affected flights.

Bloomberg

JetBlue Lenders Organize After Stock, Debt Fall to Record Lows

Flying Magazine

Tillamook Air Museum to reopen less than a year after severe storm damage

Oregon’s historic Tillamook Air Museum is preparing to welcome visitors back as repairs to its storm-damaged roof progress. The planned reopening comes less than a year after the damage, restoring public access to a notable aviation museum.

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Desert Jet starts $24 million FBO and maintenance expansion at Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport

Desert Jet has begun construction of a 1.4-hectare apron extension at Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport in California, part of a $24 million expansion of its fixed-base operator and maintenance facilities. The project adds capacity for business aviation services at the airport.

The Hill

Two Air Force Pilots Eject From T-6A Trainer in Texas After Landing Gear Warning

Two Air Force pilots safely ejected from a T-6A training aircraft near San Antonio on Thursday after receiving indications of a potential landing gear problem. The available reports do not identify the aircraft’s damage or provide further details about the incident.

SpaceNews.com

Turning capacity into capability: recommendations for America’s ground station infrastructure.

Payload

Starburst’s first flight marks a milestone for its high-speed demonstrator

Starburst has flown its first aircraft, with CEO Jeff Thornburg describing the effort as “80% success” while saying the speed of progress makes him tempted to call it 100%. The report also covers Portal’s new Bothell office, though the available article summary provides no further details on either development.

Reuters

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American posts record Q3 revenue but another loss, plans slower capacity growth as fares stay high

American Airlines reported record third-quarter revenue but another net loss, with higher fuel costs weighing on results. The carrier plans to slow capacity growth next year, while executives say airfares are unlikely to fall soon even if fuel prices ease; the airline is also acquiring two used 777-200ERs to reduce lease costs.