Avelo Airlines to close its base at Wilmington Airport, launch new one at McKinney National Airport

Avelo Airlines is making significant network changes. The airline is closing its base at Wilmington International Airport and exiting Phoenix Mesa Gateway and Raleigh-Durham airports. This comes as Avelo plans to open a new base at McKinney National Airport in Texas by the end of 2026. The company is also downsizing its fleet.