Avelo Airlines will stop deporting migrants for DHS by Jan. 27, 2026, closing its Arizona base due to high costs and protests.

Avelo Airlines will end its deportation flights for the Department of Homeland Security by January 27, 2026, closing its Mesa, Arizona base due to high costs and inconsistent revenue. The move follows public protests and ethical concerns, though the airline had previously cited short-term financial benefits. Avelo is restructuring its network, opening a new base in Texas, closing other locations, and retiring older aircraft. Despite ending government-related flights, it reaffirms its commitment to commercial service at Tweed-New Haven Airport.