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

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Incident Facts

Date of incident
Feb 22, 2026

Classification
Incident

Flight number
ZL-6469

Aircraft Registration
VH-RXE

Aircraft Type
SAAB 340

ICAO Type Designator
SF34

A REX Regional Express Saab 340B, registration VH-RXE performing flight ZL-6469 from Griffith,NS to Sydney,NS (Australia), was enroute at FL130 about 70nm south of Parkes,NS (Australia) when the crew observed an electrical fault at the right hand side of the aircraft. The crew observed abnormal indications from the right hand engine (CT7) and shut the engine down. The aircraft diverted to Parkes, entered a number of holds and subsequently landed safely on runway 04 about 75 minutes later.

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

Flight number
ZL-6469

Aircraft Registration
VH-RXE

Aircraft Type
SAAB 340

ICAO Type Designator
SF34

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