May 29, 2025
Avelo Airlines Faces Backlash Over Deportation Flights Deal
Introduction Houston-based budget carrier Avelo Airlines is under fire after confirming its partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to operate migrant deportation flights. The move, first reported in May 2025, has triggered protests, legal battles, and reputational damage to the low-cost airline. Why the Controversy? Avelo became the first commercial airline to directly…