H.R. 10797 — Aerial Transport and High Consequence Infectious Diseases Act

This section establishes a Department of Defense program, beginning October 1, 2027, for the safe long-range aerial transport of individuals known or suspected to be infected with high-consequence infectious diseases. It directs the Secretary of the Air Force to develop training curricula, medical care and infection-control standards, equipment lifecycle processes, joint doctrine, and coordination with other federal agencies, state and local governments, and civilian partners, while serving as the Department's executive agent for these capabilities.