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Avelo Airlines, a low-cost carrier in the United States, has maintained a unique presence in the aviation industry by focusing on smaller markets rather than major cities. Despite its niche status, Avelo plays a significant role in U.S. commercial aviation.
The airline is classified as an ultra-low-cost carrier, similar to Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Avelo operates from multiple bases across the country and has undergone several rebrandings over the years. Initially established as Casino Express Airlines in 1987, it later became Xtra Airways before adopting its current name in 2021.
Andrew Levy acquired Xtra Airways in 2018 with plans to transform it into an ultra-low-cost carrier capable of competing with established players. By April 2021, Avelo began selling tickets from Hollywood Burbank Airport and gradually expanded its network despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
