Australian Avaition
Jake Nelson
04 Feb 2026
The federal government has opened funding applications for regional airports owed money by Rex
Regional and remote airports impacted by Rex’s administration can apply for reimbursement from a pool of $5 million under the government’s Regional and Remote Airport Support Program, with the aim of preserving regional services while minimising impacts on residents and ratepayers.
Speaking to reporters at Parliament House, the Transport Minister said the fund would cover most of the debts owed to regional airports – many owned by local councils – of between $45,000 and $650,000...
Government opens $5m fund for regional airports owed by Rex – Australian Aviation - 04 Feb 2026
