VH-8QA due BNE later today after VH-IYK departed to PER on Friday.

Embraer 190LR 190.00488 VH-8EA National Jet Express delivery 01-05mar24 SJK-NAT-ACC-KGL-SEZ-CGK-PER, VP-reg prior paint ex VP-CDY

Note: Rego

https://www.jetphotos.com/photo/11259186

How nice is that livery..Wow.:)

Added to the VH-Reg as VH-8EA on 7/3/24

Looks like the E190 is coming to QLD too...Alex Ananian Cooper used to be a member of this board many many years ago.:)

REX GROUP EXPANDS CHARTER OPERATIONS IN QUEENSLAND
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Rex Group today announced the continued expansion of its charter operations in Queensland through Rex Group Member, National Jet Express (NJE). Commencing 5 March 2024, NJE will initiate two new weekly services between Moranbah and Cairns.
The services will be operated using NJE’s state-of-the-art De Havilland Dash 8-400NG aircraft, known for its modern design, reliability, and fuel efficiency. This expansion reflects NJE’s commitment to meeting the growing demands for its operations in Queensland and across Australia.
Commenting on the expansion, NJE’s GM for Business Development, Alex Ananian Cooper, stated, “In the short time since our debut in Queensland in July 2023, this is the 4th new long-term contract for our services that NJE has secured across the mining, resources and construction sectors.”
“This clearly demonstrates that these sectors are seeking an operator they can rely on which can deliver the services in modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. To meet the demand for our premium, reliable services, NJE will redouble its efforts to aggressively grow its fleet in Queensland with both the Dash 8-400NG and the Embraer E190.”
“As part of the Rex Group, NJE is able to leverage on Rex’s extensive intrastate RPT network with 24 destinations in Queensland as well as on Rex’s interstate connections to Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide to provide a seamless service for our customers.”

Looks like VH-8EA entered service yesterday on the Perth to Sunrise Dam run.

No time for a repaint.

NJS has added another Dash8 to the fleet with VH-8QB/4323 being added to the VH-Reg on 23/08/24.

Should be in the country tomorrow or Monday in full Flybe colours still.

Currently 2 hours out of Port Hedland https://www.flightradar24.com/36da9ee3

National Jet Express Welcomes 10th Q400 Aircraft
26 August 2024 . 1 min read

Adelaide, Australia (August 26, 2024) — National Jet Express (NJE) announced today that it has signed a lease for its 10th De Havilland Q400 aircraft to support its ongoing expansion in FIFO operations around Australia. The aircraft is due to arrive in Australia and commence operations within the next two weeks.

The additional aircraft, to be registered VH-8QB, follows the recent introduction of NJE’s 7th Embraer E190 jet, bolstering its growing Western Australian operations. The 10th Q400 aircraft will facilitate NJE’s expansion of operations in South Australia, with its Adelaide-based Q400 fleet growing to three aircraft.

“NJE continues to see strong demand across the construction, mining, and resources industries around Australia, and we are actively sourcing additional aircraft for our Queensland, Western Australia, and South Australia operations,” NJE’s Interim COO, Robin Furber, said.

“NJE has made a conscious effort to invest in modern and fuel-efficient aircraft to support our FIFO operations, in stark contrast to the older aircraft operated by some of our competitors. Our customers tell us they highly value the comfort, environmental benefits, and reliability that come with operating these aircraft,” Robin Furber added.

“On behalf of the Avmax Group, we congratulate NJE and welcome them as a lessee of Avmax Aircraft Leasing Inc. (AALI). NJE is our first DHC8-400 lessee in Australia, and we look forward to supporting them with additional regional aircraft and spare parts for their fleet,” said Steve Hankirk, Avmax’s CEO.

https://newsroom.aviator.aero/nation...q400-aircraft/

Will be headed to the nearest paint-shop (still in Flybe livery)

https://www.planespotters.net/photo/...-8-402q-dash-8

There is another Dash8-400 on the way. 1 for BNE and 1 for ADL base.

8QB will be flying PHE to WGA! Almost a five hour flight.:eek:

A walk in the park considering they had 8 and 9 hour legs on the way over

Being stuck in a Q400 for five hours is bad enough. :D

https://www.aviationspotting.au/picture.php?/2842
https://www.aviationspotting.au/picture.php?/2841

VH-8QB is scheduled to fly from Wagga to Brisbane after paint.

VH-8QB entered service today as JTE508, Brisbane to Cairns