Opinion: Why Rex’s 737 Experiment Failed
Rex could not fill enough seats, at the right prices, to make its Boeing 737 capital city flights profitable. We examine why the jet experiment ended with Rex in voluntary administration.
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Rex & Regional Airlines
Regional Express (Rex) connects Australian country towns to the rest of the nation and is a lifeline for regional travel. Other regional airlines such as Alliance Airlines, Airnorth, and FlyPelican also play a vital role in connecting Australia’s regions.
Discover more below about Rex and other regional airline options below.
Virgin Australia Honours Rex 737 Bookings
Rex passengers holding tickets for cancelled Boeing 737 flights can contact Virgin Australia for rebooking onto a Virgin flight at no cost.
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Rex Adds Much-Needed Trans-Con Competition
Rex will launch direct flights from Melbourne and Adelaide to Perth from 28 June 2024, adding much needed pressure on trans-continental airfares.
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Why Did Bonza Fail?
It had so much potential, but ultimately Australian low-cost airline Bonza has failed and entered voluntary administration. We analyse the factors that led to this moment.
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How to Book Bonza Flights
Bonza flights aren’t available through online travel agents. But you can book on the Bonza website, Fly Bonza App or with selected bricks-and-mortar travel agents in the 21 cities that the airline serves.
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