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A new airline and a new destination were announced Thursday by Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport officials.
Avelo Air will begin twice-a-week service to Orlando, with direct-flight service from AZO kicking off Oct. 26. The Texas-based company is offering an introductory rate of $59 one-way for flights booked on or before Tuesday.
After its inaugural AZO flight, the company will service Kalamazoo on Fridays and Mondays.
Jim Olson, Avelo’s head of communications, was joined by airport director Craig Williams in making the announcement. Olson said Kalamazoo fits the company’s niche in servicing what he called “hometown airports.”
He said demand for the route will dictate whether Avelo adds more flights per week or even other destinations.
Avelo’s fleet is comprised of 737-700 and 737-800 airplanes that have a capacity of about 170 passengers.
