Rex recently graduated its latest batch of cadets from the Australian Airline Pilot Academy, based in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales. Most of the sixteen graduates will join Rec as First Officers fully qualified to fly the airline's fleet of 61 Saab 340 turboprops.
Chris Hine, Executive Chairman, Australian Airline Pilot Academy (AAPA) said: “I warmly congratulate all of those graduating today. It shows that if you are driven by passion, commitment, determination and hard work you can follow your dream and become aviators. The future for all of you has never been brighter - the skills you now possess are in high demand, and I am delighted to officially welcome you into the Rex family. I know you will do us proud.”
Rex launched its Pilot Cadet Program in December 2007 when demand for quality pilots outdid supply.
With the current crisis of pilot shortage and experienced pilots being poached by bigger airlines, Rex places special importance to the academy all the while making a small attempt to provide the aviation sector with fully-trained pilots.