Avelo Airlines to stop deportation flights
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Avelo Airlines, the low-cost air carrier with a major presence at Tweed New Haven Airport, said Wednesday it will halt controversial deportation flights under a $150 million contract with the federal government that sparked waves of protests and calls for a boycott.
Avelo Airlines is cutting ties with ICE less than a year after inking a deal to carry out deportations for the agency. Why it matters: Avelo appears to be the only commercial airline carrying out full aircraft deportation flights on a regular schedule for ICE,
A new AI system being tested by American Airlines helps delays flights to help passengers make their connections. The technology holds flights an average of 10 minutes.
In addition to the third aircraft, Avelo is increasing service on its route between Concord and Albany, New York. The airline will continue to provide nonstop service to: Lakeland/Orlando, Fla.; New Haven, Connecticut; New York/Long Island; Rochester, New York; and San Juan, Puerto Rico.
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Although this airline is one of America's biggest, it is considered the most hated in the world, based on poor customer reviews and experiences.
A new study on airline water quality delivers a surprising warning: never wash your hands on an airplane. The research, based on self-reported monthly water tests required by federal regulations, found concerning levels of bacteria in some airline water supplies.
The first officer or copilot is second in command to the captain and assists in flight preparations and the operation of the aircraft. The first officer typically has less experience than the captain but is a fully trained professional pilot and now is required to hold an airline transport pilot certificate for Part 121 operations.
Warren Buffett's history of avoiding the airline industry as an investment has been well-documented over the years. In Berkshire Hathaway's 2007 shareholder letter, Buffett shared his stance that
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) finalized a new use and land agreement (ULA) with its airline tenants, setting the stage for a 32-gate expansion.
Lufthansa Group is reshaping how it sells flights and manages passengers, with Amadeus Nevio set to play a central role. The company said it plans to