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Avelo Airlines
Budget carrier Avelo Airlines announced it will end deportation flights for ICE, closing its Mesa Gateway Airport hub on January 27, 2026. The airline had signed a long-term contract with CSI Aviation in April 2025 and dedicated three Boeing 737s to the operation. Following months of protests at airports, the airline stated the program "did not deliver enough consistent and predictable revenue." The flight attendants' union praised the decision.
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How to submitWhy this is Courage
It might seem strange to applaud a company that was collaborating with the adminsitration, but it's important to recognize when companies change course to do the right thing. Just as importantly, this rating recognizes the strong public pressure that preceded the change.