In April 2025, Avelo Airlines entered into a contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The contract took effect May 12 – the same day Avelo operated its first deportation flight.
Avelo Airlines, an airline based in Wilmington, claims to prioritize low-cost flights, convenience and reliability. On April 20, 2023, Avelo Airlines announced its partnership with the university’s athletics department across multiple sports, including football and basketball, which has now expired.
Since then, protests against the airline have occurred in response to its contributions to ICE operations across the country…