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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Elias Visontay Transport and urban affairs reporter

Rex Airlines warns of $35m loss due to ‘supply chain shocks’

Ground crew in 'Rex' high vis seen from behind looking at a Rex plane
Despite Australia’s booming demand for air travel, Rex Airlines is expecting to post a $35m loss. Photograph: Luis Ascui/AAP

Rex Airlines’ expectation of posting a profit this financial year has been dashed, with the predominantly regional carrier revising its rosy prediction to warn of a $35m loss, just as the aviation market booms.

The airline has blamed the global shortage of pilots and engineers, as well as “supply chain shocks” after the peak of the pandemic for disrupting its network and contributing to the revised financial result.

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