Virgin Australia May Provide Regional Lifeline as Rex Goes Into Administration

Rex has dropped big city routes amid the airline’s administration crisis.

A Rex Airlines Boeing 737 departs Tullamarine Airport in Melbourne, Australia, on July 29, 2024. William West/AFP via Getty Images

The parent company of Rex Airlines has announced it has entered into voluntary administration, resulting in the grounding of all flights between major airports.

However, regional Saab 340 flights remain unaffected and will continue to operate.