Avelo Airlines
Avelo Airlines is a growing ultra-low-cost carrier based in the United States, founded in 2021. It currently operates a fleet of 20 Boeing 737 aircraft, including 737-700 and 737-800 models, and plans to add 8–12 aircraft annually in the coming years. The airline serves over 45 destinations across the U.S., with a focus on underserved markets, and offers “out-and-back” day trips with multiple legs. Avelo has bases in Burbank (BUR), New Haven (HVN), Orlando (MCO), and Wilmington (ILG), with plans to expand its network further. The airline provides a competitive training program, rapid upgrades for pilots, and significant benefits, including paid uniforms and training accommodations. Additionally, Avelo has identified over 1,400 potential new routes to enhance its service offerings.
Airline Notes
Avelo Airlines operates as a FAR Part 121 Domestic, Supplemental, and Flag carrier.
Its fleet consists of 18 Boeing 737 aircraft, with two more deliveries planned by the end of 2024, bringing the total to 20.
The airline intends to add 8–10 additional aircraft in 2025 and beyond.
Avelo specializes in charter flying across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
The company is led by Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy, who previously served as EVP & CFO at United Airlines, President at Allegiant Airlines, and is a current board member at Copa Airlines.
New hires receive $7,350 per month during training, plus per diem, single-occupancy hotel accommodations, and an initial uniform.
Captains earn $240 per hour.
First Officers earn $131 per hour upon completing proficiency checks, with IOE (Initial Operating Experience) paid at respective rates.
Pilots have a 70-hour pay guarantee, with over 75 hours compensated at 125% of the hourly rate.
Additional benefits include comprehensive health insurance, loss of license insurance, FAA medical representation, a 401(k) match, profit sharing, a yearly uniform allowance, and participation in CASS and KCM at no cost.
Reduced-rate travel is offered on 33 partner airlines, including United, Lufthansa, Hawaiian, Alaska, and more.
Minimum Requirements:
Unrestricted ATP with airplane multi-engine class rating
OR; Military R-ATP
OR; for highly exceptional candidates with non-military R-ATP applicability:
Aviation Bachelor’s degree under 141 programs: 1000 total time
OR; Aviation Associate degree under 141 programs: 1250 total time
OR; 21 years old with all ATP requirements: 1500 total time and ATP-CTP course with ATP written complete
Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
Valid FCC Radio Telephone Operator Permit
Boeing experience or B737 type preferred
Valid passport/documents with at least six (6) months of validity that grants you the ability to travel in and out of the USA and all cities/countries served by Avelo Airlines now and in the future.
Must be able to travel unrestricted to and from the United States
Must have or be able to obtain a valid U.S. driver’s license
Legal right to work in the United States
Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test
Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be able to work a rotating schedule with variable hours of up to 16-hour duty days, including nighttime or overnight hours, weekends, holidays, and multiple days away from home
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Airline Type
Major
Number of Pilots
173
Number of Aircraft in Fleet
20
Number of Domiciles
8
Union
None
Fleet
737-700: 7
737-800: 11
Domiciles
MCO
RDU
BUR
HVN
ILG
STS
LAL
BDL
Airline Notes
Avelo Airlines operates as a FAR Part 121 Domestic, Supplemental, and Flag carrier.
Its fleet consists of 18 Boeing 737 aircraft, with two more deliveries planned by the end of 2024, bringing the total to 20.
The airline intends to add 8–10 additional aircraft in 2025 and beyond.
Avelo specializes in charter flying across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
The company is led by Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy, who previously served as EVP & CFO at United Airlines, President at Allegiant Airlines, and is a current board member at Copa Airlines.
New hires receive $7,350 per month during training, plus per diem, single-occupancy hotel accommodations, and an initial uniform.
Captains earn $240 per hour.
First Officers earn $131 per hour upon completing proficiency checks, with IOE (Initial Operating Experience) paid at respective rates.
Pilots have a 70-hour pay guarantee, with over 75 hours compensated at 125% of the hourly rate.
Additional benefits include comprehensive health insurance, loss of license insurance, FAA medical representation, a 401(k) match, profit sharing, a yearly uniform allowance, and participation in CASS and KCM at no cost.
Reduced-rate travel is offered on 33 partner airlines, including United, Lufthansa, Hawaiian, Alaska, and more.