Rex Airlines

✈️Exciting announcement✈️ We are delighted to announce the launch of the Raising Horizons program! Beginning early 2025 in Townsville, North Queensland, Rising Horizons is a unique initiative aimed at empowering and inspiring Indigenous youth, particularly girls, to explore careers in aviation. Launched by Gunggandji Aerospace in partnership with NRL Cowboys House, Rex Airlines and funded by the Australian Government, this program will provide hands-on experience and industry engagement to students from 29 remote and regional communities across North and Far North Queensland, including the Torres Strait Islands. We look forward to the launch of this incredible program, and can’t wait for the next generation of Indigenous aviation leaders. #rexairlines #aviation #careers

WE DID IT - Rex flights connecting Australia’s east and west coasts have finally taken off! ✈️🎉🥳 Rex is now flying five days a week between Melbourne Airport and Perth Airport with its Boeing 737s, and three days a week between Adelaide Airport Limited and Perth Airport using National Jet Express Embraer E-190 jets, delivering a new era of competitive pricing for travellers. 🛫 Rex Chairman the Hon John Sharp AM thanked the hundreds of passengers travelling on its inaugural services for their patronage, and urged Australians to “give Rex a go”. "This is a milestone moment for Rex, and one our amazing staff have worked so hard towards since our first domestic service roared down the runway just a few years ago," Mr Sharp said. "On behalf of Rex Airlines, I want to thank the three State Governments and each of the Airports and Tourism bodies who got behind us but especially, I wish to thank our passengers. "We are delighted you chose to fly with us today and we hope you and many more Australians will give Rex a go because we are delivering more competition, all you have to do is support us." South Australian Tourism Commission Tourism Western Australia Visit Victoria #rexairlines

🏆 #Rex has been named Best Regional Airline in Australia & Pacific for customer service excellence at the World Airline Awards hosted by #Skytrax for the second year running! 🏆 Chosen by millions of flyers in the world's largest airline passenger satisfaction survey, the prestigious awards are often regarded as the ‘Oscars of the aviation industry’. Rex was also the sole Australian airline to improve in the global rankings – climbing six spots to come in at number 50 in the World's Top Airlines. This award is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the Rex team, ensuring passengers reach their destinations on time while delivering our trademark country hospitality. Rex consistently outperforms its competitors in cancellation rates as evidenced by government data. #rexairlines #aviation #WorldAirlineAwards

REX HEADS WEST AS BEST DOMESTIC CARRIER 🥇 Just days ahead of its first domestic flights to #Perth from #Melbourne and Adelaide, #Rex has toppled both Qantas and Virgin to be the most reliable major #airline in Australia, latest figures show. Data released today by the Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics (BITRE) reveals Rex had a near perfect cancellation rate, and beat the major two in on-time performance. More than 99 per cent of all Rex scheduled domestic flights took to the skies in May, with the airline cancelling just 0.6 per cent of its #Boeing737 services during the latest reporting period. Rex’s on time departure rate was similarly impressive, with figures showing 85.5 per cent of Rex domestic flights left on time, well ahead of Virgin on 79.2 per cent and Qantas on 81.1 per cent. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g6T2Ukem #rexairlines #aviation #news

Lowest airfares across the Nullabor in almost 15 years. You’re welcome WA, SA and VIC. 🛫🎫 As the The Australian Financial Review reports: “New analysis from the Australian Airports Association shows the $99 sale fares offered by Rex to celebrate the commencement of the new route will be the lowest prices available since 2010.”   Competition and consumer advocates have consistently said that when more airlines compete on a particular route, the public benefits, and our record in the domestic markets speaks for itself.   We call it the “Rex effect”: ticket prices fall when Rex enters a domestic route. Support competition. Support Rex. Give us a go!   #rexairlines #aviation #competition 

📢 Rex announces new #Adelaide-#Perth route! ✈️ Days after announcing a new #Melbourne-#Perth route, Rex has achieved another marketplace milestone, announcing a new route between Adelaide Airport Limited and Perth Airport. 💺 Fares from $249* economy one-way, flights will operate three days a week to begin with, using a Embraer E-190 jets operated by National Jet Express (NJE). 🗣️ “It is very welcome news that Rex will start flying Perth to Adelaide, adding more flights into our state and offering another option for visitors from WA to see South Australia,” said South Australia Minister for Tourism Zoe Bettison MP. 🗣️ “We’re always excited to welcome more flights into Western Australia from other states as it helps to boost tourism and provide more travel options for visitors. Of course, I have no doubt this announcement will also be warmly welcomed by tourism and hospitality operators who will also benefit from more people visiting WA,” said Western Australia Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister for Tourism and Transport Rita Saffioti MLA. 🗣️ “This is terrific news for Perth and Adelaide travellers because more operators means more competition but in the case of Rex, it also means better service and reliability,” said Anthony Gibara, NJE Director.  🎟️ Flights are on sale now at rex.com.au or via your trusted travel agent. 🗞️ Read the press release at https://lnkd.in/gxypAGP2 Brenton Cox Jason Waters Jonathan Cheong Kate Holsgrove #rexairlines 

REX GOES WEST ANNOUNCING NEW MELBOURNE – PERTH ROUTE ✈️ #Rex unveils new Boeing 737 #Melbourne – #Perth route on sale now ✈️ Flights available five days a week for travel from 28 June 2024 ✈️ Fares from as low as $299 economy and $999 business each way ✈️ Checked baggage and refreshments included Travellers between Melbourne and Perth will benefit from more choice, reliable service and more competitive fares with Rex adding the popular route to its Boeing 737 domestic schedule from today. Australia’s Airline of the Year winner will fly five days-a-week between the two cities from Friday 28 June, offering fares from as low as $299 each way economy and $999 for business class. Rex General Manager Network Strategy, Warrick Lodge said the new service, which is Rex’s 11th domestic service with its Boeing 737 fleet, will add close to 90,000 seats to one of the nation’s busiest routes, which is great news for business, trade, tourism and travellers. “When more airlines compete on a particular route, consumers benefit and our record in the domestic markets speaks for itself – Rex delivers terrific value for money,” Mr Lodge said. Victorian Government Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos said: “We are delighted with the news of extra flights between Melbourne and Perth and look forward to welcoming even more visitors from Perth to experience all the wonderful things Victoria has to offer.” Victorian Government Minister for Jobs and Industry Natalie Hutchins MP said: “This is fantastic news for Victoria, having direct flights between Melbourne and Perth with Rex will create local jobs and increase our capacity on a key flight route, while bringing more visitors to our great state.” Western Australia Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister for Tourism and Transport Rita Saffioti MLA said it was another win for Western Australian tourism. “We always love welcoming Victorian friends to the west coast, so this is a fantastic announcement for tourism and our local industry here in Western Australia. “There’s so much to see, do and enjoy in our beautiful State all year round, so I certainly encourage Victorians to make the most of these new flights and book their next holiday to WA.” And in a huge boost for WA and Victorian families wanting to bag a winter break, Rex has timed the departure of its first flights to coincide with the commencement of school holidays. 📰 Read our media release: https://lnkd.in/gumZAYeE Melbourne Airport Lorie Argus Perth Airport Kate Holsgrove

📢 #Rex has announced a flash 72-hour fare #sale from today across its #Boeing737 operated domestic network; with flights starting from $99 one way economy and $249 for business class for flights to Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Hobart, and the Gold Coast. ✈️ And in a huge boost for families wanting a bargain winter break, Rex has ensured school and public holidays during the sale travel period will not be exempt from purchase (subject to booking class availability), and that the sale fare includes carry-on and checked baggage for travellers. ⌛ Rex National Sales & Alliance Manager Hayley Freeman urged holiday makers to get in quick before the midnight Friday deadline, to take advantage of these great domestic flight deals. 🗣️ “These are terrific sale fares on all our Rex domestic 737-operated routes and importantly, there is no school or public holiday blackout for the stated travel period,” Ms Freeman said. “But best of all travellers can rest assured with Rex – Australia’s Airline of the Year winner - that our safety, reliability and hospitality will see them arrive at their destination with a smile.” 👉 Book by 19 April 2024 and travel from 29 April to 31 August 2024 to unlock these deals. Sale fares can be booked online at rex.com.au or via your local travel agent.   📰 Read the media release here: bit.ly/Rex72hoursale   *T&Cs apply. Subject to availability. Payment Method Surcharge and Booking/Handling Fees apply. Travel period between 29 April to 31 August 2024.   #rexairlines #onsale

Hot off the press - Rex is pleased to announce its Boeing 737NG Full Flight Simulator has received certification from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and is now ready for use! ✈️   The Level D #Simulator can be configured for 737-700 & 737-800 variants and is approved for Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT).    Rex constructed its own purpose-built simulator centre next to Rex Head Office at Mascot, Sydney.     “It is pleasing to see the Full Flight Simulator being commissioned on schedule in its new location and flying better than before due to new hydraulic and electrical components installed,” said Rex General Manager of Flight Operations & Chief Pilot, Paul Fisher.   “This is an important milestone in supporting the growth of our 737 fleet and clearly demonstrates the commitment of the Rex Board and Management to safety by investing in this critical piece of #training infrastructure.” Read the press release https://lnkd.in/gB-wvup5 #rexairlines #ourheartisinthecountry #pilot #mediarelease #aviation

There’s good news for Rex Airlines travellers - our interline agreement with Etihad has been cleared for take-off! ✈️ Rex passengers will be able to fly to either Sydney or Melbourne and connect on Etihad to a further 72 destinations across the globe – covering Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the USA. “Partnering with a world-class airline like Etihad brings a new era of choice and connection for Rex passengers,” said Rex’s General Manager of Network Strategy, Warrick Lodge. Passengers will benefit from just one booking, and through-checked baggage where possible. “This exciting new partnership significantly expands connectivity options for Etihad guests, providing them with effortless access from our gateways in Sydney and Melbourne to pivotal destinations within the Rex network, including Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast,” said Arik De, Etihad’s Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer. We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome and look forward to providing #Etihad passengers Rex's famous country hospitality. Rex flights are conveniently for sale on Etihad's website www.etihad.com, through trusted travel agents and online travel agencies from today. This is the second interline agreement for Rex. Read the media release at https://lnkd.in/gF3MWi32 #rexairlines #etihad #aviation #travel