India’s DGCA issued Ebola preparedness SOPs for airlines operating flights linked to Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, following a WHO alert. The order (dated May 22) requires health screening, collection of Self-Declaration Forms from all passengers before de-boarding, onboard isolation steps for symptomatic travelers, PPE and disinfection after landing, and coordination with airport health authorities.
JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) has launched its new daily summer-seasonal service between Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), marking its first-ever service to Italy. This expansion strengthens Boston's transatlantic network and builds on JetBlue's investment in the city. To celebrate, limited one-way fares are available starting at $399 in core, $649 in EvenMore, and $2199 in Mint for the Boston-Milan route.
Two JetBlue Airways Corp. flight attendants are appealing their proposed wage class action to the Second Circuit after a New York federal judge dismissed their case. The suit concerns alleged wage violations and was dismissed by the lower court. The flight attendants are now seeking review from the appellate court.