Avelo Airlines Now Flying To Motor City From Tweed New Haven Airport

From Avelo Airlines:

NEW HAVEN, CT —Avelo Airlines took flightlast week from Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).

Avelo celebrated the inaugural flight to the Motor City with a festive customer sendoff at HVN
hosted by airline and airport officials.

Avelo will operate the exclusive nonstop route on Mondays and Fridays utilizing Boeing Next Generation (NG) 737 aircraft. Special, low one-way
fares between HVN and DTW starting at $39* can be booked at Aveloair.com.

Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy said, “We’re excited to inaugurate our
affordable, convenient and reliable service from Southern Connecticut to the Motor City. We
have been very encouraged by the demand for our service from New Haven to Detroit, and we
look forward to offering another popular destination in the greater New Haven region. At the
same time, this new service will make it easier than ever for Michigan travelers to enjoy
everything Southern Connecticut, New England and New York has to offer.”

The New HVN CEO Michael Jones said, “Today’s inaugural flight to Detroit is another incredible
step forward for HVN. I want to extend my deepest gratitude to our entire HVN airport team,
whose hard work and commitment to serving this airport and our passengers. I also want to
recognize our partners at Avelo Airlines, their continued investment in this airport has
transformed how people travel in and out of Southern Connecticut. Together, we’re not just
adding flights, we’re building a future-focused, community-centered airport that travelers can
count on. We are excited to build a connection to the “Motor City” and welcome travelers from
Detroit into New Haven.”

Tweed New Haven Airport Authority Chairman Robert Reed said, “This new route to Detroit
represents more than just a connection between two cities, it’s a gateway to new economic
opportunity for the entire Southern Connecticut region. As we expand service at HVN, we’re
also expanding access to jobs, to business development, and to new markets. The continued
growth of this airport is helping to unlock the full economic potential of our communities, and
we’re proud to be at the center of that momentum.”

Avelo, Connecticut’s Hometown Airline, currently serves 30 nonstop destinations from HVN
spanning 12 states and Puerto Rico. The airline currently has 8 aircraft dedicated to serving its
HVN base which employs more than 270 Crewmembers (employees).

The Motor City – Automotive History, Music and Iconic Attractions

Detroit, Michigan, often called the “Motor City,” is a vibrant metropolis brimming with cultural,
historical, and recreational attractions. This city has played a significant role in shaping the
automotive industry, music, and art, making it a dynamic destination for visitors. Detroit offers
a rich blend of history and culture, from the Detroit Institute of Arts with Diego Rivera’s murals
to the Motown Museum celebrating music legends. The Henry Ford Museum highlights
innovation, while outdoor spots like the Detroit Riverwalk, Eastern Market, and Belle Isle Park
offer scenic beauty and local flair. The Fox Theatre adds to the city’s vibrant entertainment
scene, making Detroit a must-visit for art, history, and outdoor enthusiasts.
America’s Most Convenient and Reliable Airline

Since taking flight on April 28, 2021, Avelo has flown more than 6.6 million Customers on over
53,000 flights. Today Avelo serves 55 cities spanning 23 states and Puerto Rico, as well as four
international destinations: Bahamas, Jamaica, Mexico and the Dominican Republic.

Avelo has unlocked a new era of convenience, choice, and competition by flying unserved
routes to primarily underserved communities across the country. Most Avelo routes have at
least one small, easy to use airport. This makes traveling with Avelo a smoother, easier and
more enjoyable experience than contending with the crowds, congestion and long walks at
larger airports.

Avelo is distinguished by its industry-leading reliability. In 2024, Avelo ranked #1 in on-time
performance and achieved the lowest flight cancellation rate in the U.S. airline industry. These
results are provided by Anuvu, a leading aviation data services company also utilized by The
Wall Street Journal for the publication’s annual airline ranking. Anuvu’s complete industry
results and rankings are available at AveloAir.com. Avelo also delivers world-class customer
satisfaction, exemplified by our Net Promoter Scores (NPS), which consistently rank among the
best airlines and most admired brands in the world.

Avelo offers an abundance of advanced seating options. One third of its aircraft seats (Avelo
Premium and Premium Economy) offer extra leg room — ranging from 32 inches to more than
36 inches of pitch. These seats offer a more comfortable experience for Customers who value
more space. Customers can also purchase window and aisle seats in advance of their flight. In
addition to advance seat assignments, Avelo offers several unbundled travel-enhancing options
that give Customers the flexibility to pay only for what they value, including priority boarding,
checked bags, carry-on overhead bags, and bringing a pet in the cabin.

Additionally, families can travel with ease knowing every child 14 and under will be
automatically seated with an accompanying adult at no additional cost.