REX SF34 near Parkes on Feb 22nd 2026, electrical problems and engine shut down in flight
Last Update: February 24, 2026 / 11:43:28 GMT/Zulu time
Incident Facts
Date of incident
Feb 22, 2026
Classification
Incident
Airline
REX Regional Express
Flight number
ZL-6469
Departure
Griffith, Australia
Destination
Sydney, Australia
Aircraft Registration
VH-RXE
Aircraft Type
SAAB 340
ICAO Type Designator
SF34
Australia's ATSB reported a decision of whether to investigate this occurrence has not yet been made, they are awaiting further information from the operator.
The aircraft returned to service about 36 hours after landing.
Incident Facts
Date of incident
Feb 22, 2026
Classification
Incident
Airline
REX Regional Express
Flight number
ZL-6469
Departure
Griffith, Australia
Destination
Sydney, Australia
Aircraft Registration
VH-RXE
Aircraft Type
SAAB 340
ICAO Type Designator
SF34
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