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Australian Government rescues Rex Airlines with AU$50m debt acquisition

The Australian federal government has intervened to save Rex Airlines, acquiring AU$50 million in debt to prevent the airline’s collapse. The move ensures the continuity of essential air services to remote and regional communities across the nation. Rex Airlines entered voluntary administration in mid-2024 following the failure of its expansion into capital city routes. The […]

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Rex' Boeing 737NG full-flight simulator has been moved from Brisbane to Sidney © Rex

Rex’ Boeing 737NG full-flight simulator shifts base to Sydney

Other News

Rex has announced the certification of its Boeing 737NG full-flight simulator (FFS) by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), marking its readiness for operational use. The Level D FFS is adaptable for both 737-700 and 737-800 variants and holds approval for upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT). Originally located at Ansett Aviation Training (AAT) facilities

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The ninth B737-800NG aircraft has joined Rex's fleet

Rex takes delivery of ninth B737-800NG

Aircraft & Engines

Australian carrier Rex has taken delivery of the airline’s ninth B737-800NG. The aircraft arrived in Brisbane on September 22, after a ferry flight from Singapore’s Changi Airport where it underwent a scheduled heavy maintenance check and painting. The aircraft will bear the registration VH-8JS and will enter service next month enabling the airline to launch

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Rex takes 20% stake in Dovetail Electric Aviation

Financial

Regional Express (Rex) has taken a 20% stake in Dovetail Electric Aviation, further cementing the strategic partnership between the two Australian companies. This equity participation agreement comes on the heels of the successful completion of initial ground tests involving Dovetail’s small-scale Electric Propulsion System (EPS), marking a major milestone in the company’s mission to convert

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Australian Government rescues Rex Airlines with AU$50m debt acquisition

Rex’ Boeing 737NG full-flight simulator shifts base to Sydney

Rex takes delivery of ninth B737-800NG

Rex takes 20% stake in Dovetail Electric Aviation

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