All Saab 340 aircraft are fitted with toilets. On the WT version, they are at the front of the plane (You would've travelled on a SF340WT in Queensland). On the B models they are at the rear
VH-ZXQ, ZXU are also WT but they don't fly in QLD or WA. Some of the non WT B models also have a front toilet. (VH-OLM, SBA, ZXF, ZXG, ZXK, ZPA, ZPB, ZPC and VNA)
I've been on REX for the first time (by accident) in August and like you, been very impressed. So impressed I made 2 videos about it. I look forward to my next flight with them.
Another very comfortable flight. You must be Platinum with Rex now! I think I won’t dismiss them now on my next visit to Australia and what a great outback town for a Brit like me to see. Thank you once again for sharing! 😀
They don't want people being distracted on the apron. I don't think it should say mobile phones, but maybe electronic devices. I'm enjoying all your videos btw, keep up the good work!
Security screening is complex but it is based on the size of plane, not the size of airport. At the moment screening is required for planes over 20,000 kg MTOW. There is a new regulation in the works, which might even require the SAAB to be security screened!
Hmmm If it’s based on the plane then why do we have to go through security screening at other airports when flying on a Saab? And I think Saab’s MTOW Is 23000kg?
@@RoryDing Its also classes of airports... it's complicated, its mostly to do with the largest plane the airport handles for passenger ops. The SAAB MTOW is only 13,150kg so it's well within the limits. Even the Dash 8-300 is under the 20t rule
I was a Flight Attendant for an airline named Business Express Airlines Business Express was a Delta Connection Northwest Airlink And American Connection Carrier. Some of Business Express’s Saab 340s went on to fly with REX this Saab in your video was registered as N362BE with Business Express
This was my first ever seen review of REX and l have to say your seat looking over the wing with amazing views of the engine and below the plane was fantastic! The review itself was well documented and filmed, awesome job. Coober Pedy Airport looks like a Public Toilet block in a regional town in Oz😅 but hey it does the job. If they want you to wear a mask then they should have privided the damn thing free of charge not have you pay $2. But honestly thats my only complaint otherwise loved every minute of it. Once again Thankyou for sharing. (I was on a China Southern flight once that hit turbulence and alot of the overhead bins came open and passengers belongings went flying everywhere it was a horrible experience).
@@RoryDing : Being married to a Pilot he fondly called them "plummet airlines" meaning they would likely fall from the sky😅. Have to say in my opinion it was the worst Airlines l have ever flown.
I have twice flown on this aircraft (VH-NRX) and this was also the aircraft where the right propeller fell off in flight on St Patrick's day 2017. All Saabs have a toilet either at the front or the rear.
Yeah I know all Saabs have a toilet now, I didn’t do enough research when I made this video sorry! And yeah I just figured haha I’d be a bit nervous during the flight if I knew this was the aircraft that lost the propeller in 2017 😂😂
It's very reasonable that they ask people not to use electronic devices on the apron, for these safety reasons 1. Users get distracted, endangering themselves and others near the moving machinery 2. If the electronic gear is dropped it becomes FOD which can damage aircraft.
I understand that you want to do an in-depth video but if the policy is that no electronic devices aren't to be used on the apron maybe just accept it and don't. It's a safety issue within Oz..
I got told off for filming a tiger air 737 I was boarding from Melbourne to Gold Coast, not sure why they won’t let me film even if I use my camcorder which doesn’t have wifi
It’s mobile phones not electronic devices The main reason they do that is they don’t want passengers to stop and take pictures hence slow down the boarding process or make phone calls on the apron Never had a problem in Europe South America Asia... so it’s not a safety issue You can also see airline staff taking photos/videos at work and share them on their social media Sorry that you’re disappointed but I’ll still be doing this
@@RoryDing yes but the worker asked you multiple times failing to follow ground/cabin crew directions in Australia warrants an offload and is against the law I wouldn’t have an issue with you doing it in the first place but the fact you were asked multiple times is just plain rude IMHO
That’s fair enough. That’s why I didn’t argue with him. The sign at the boarding gate says no mobile phone not no electronic devices. I know he was just doing his job I don’t blame him and I was also just doing my job. Anyway my apologies that I made you disappointed And apologies to him too if he watched this video one day.
All Saab 340 aircraft are fitted with toilets. On the WT version, they are at the front of the plane (You would've travelled on a SF340WT in Queensland). On the B models they are at the rear
Oh that makes sense now! Thanks for the clarification!! 😊
@@RoryDing No worries! Great video :)
VH-ZXQ, ZXU are also WT but they don't fly in QLD or WA. Some of the non WT B models also have a front toilet. (VH-OLM, SBA, ZXF, ZXG, ZXK, ZPA, ZPB, ZPC and VNA)
Jay Bull thank u good to know
Do u like the Saab I tend to no mind them but they r a bit noisy
Thank you for all the videos about Australian railways and now, Australian Airways during pandemic at your own expenses.🙂✅ 🇦🇺
I've been on REX for the first time (by accident) in August and like you, been very impressed. So impressed I made 2 videos about it. I look forward to my next flight with them.
Yeah, I can’t wait to try their capital express in March next year!
That terminal is tinyeeee...and quite. But those barren landscape looks beautiful. Another great video and perfect length. Well done.
Another very comfortable flight. You must be Platinum with Rex now! I think I won’t dismiss them now on my next visit to Australia and what a great outback town for a Brit like me to see. Thank you once again for sharing! 😀
They don't want people being distracted on the apron. I don't think it should say mobile phones, but maybe electronic devices. I'm enjoying all your videos btw, keep up the good work!
Nice video. It's been years since I was there 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Security screening is complex but it is based on the size of plane, not the size of airport. At the moment screening is required for planes over 20,000 kg MTOW. There is a new regulation in the works, which might even require the SAAB to be security screened!
Hmmm If it’s based on the plane then why do we have to go through security screening at other airports when flying on a Saab? And I think Saab’s MTOW Is 23000kg?
@@RoryDing Its also classes of airports... it's complicated, its mostly to do with the largest plane the airport handles for passenger ops. The SAAB MTOW is only 13,150kg so it's well within the limits. Even the Dash 8-300 is under the 20t rule
Oh yeah my bad, Saab 2000 is 23000kg. Thank you for the explanation 😊
I enjoy watching your travel videos on different locations across Aus, thanks Ding
Thank you 😊
This aircraft is 31 years old now built in 1991 it’s insane how old these Saabs are getting.
I also think that the issue is that there isn't an ideal replacement.
I was a Flight Attendant for an airline named Business Express Airlines Business Express was a Delta Connection Northwest Airlink And American Connection Carrier. Some of Business Express’s Saab 340s went on to fly with REX this Saab in your video was registered as N362BE with Business Express
Wow that’s great, so I guess you have flown on this aircraft before?!
Rex has 9 ex Business Express, 26 ex American Eagle and 8 ex NW Airlink.
This was my first ever seen review of REX and l have to say your seat looking over the wing with amazing views of the engine and below the plane was fantastic! The review itself was well documented and filmed, awesome job. Coober Pedy Airport looks like a Public Toilet block in a regional town in Oz😅 but hey it does the job. If they want you to wear a mask then they should have privided the damn thing free of charge not have you pay $2. But honestly thats my only complaint otherwise loved every minute of it. Once again Thankyou for sharing. (I was on a China Southern flight once that hit turbulence and alot of the overhead bins came open and passengers belongings went flying everywhere it was a horrible experience).
😂😂😂 that’s terrifying!! How did you find China southern?
@@RoryDing : Being married to a Pilot he fondly called them "plummet airlines" meaning they would likely fall from the sky😅. Have to say in my opinion it was the worst Airlines l have ever flown.
ALL AIRLINES SHOULD REVERT TO the TRADITIONAL "IF IT FITS" FOLDABLE CARRY ON BAGS & NO ALCOHOL OVERHEAD AS IT's A MAJOR FLAMMABILITY RISK!
Stunning view!
I have twice flown on this aircraft (VH-NRX) and this was also the aircraft where the right propeller fell off in flight on St Patrick's day 2017. All Saabs have a toilet either at the front or the rear.
Yeah I know all Saabs have a toilet now, I didn’t do enough research when I made this video sorry!
And yeah I just figured haha I’d be a bit nervous during the flight if I knew this was the aircraft that lost the propeller in 2017 😂😂
This seems like a good flight. Won't do it but seems good.
It's very reasonable that they ask people not to use electronic devices on the apron, for these safety reasons 1. Users get distracted, endangering themselves and others near the moving machinery 2. If the electronic gear is dropped it becomes FOD which can damage aircraft.
Another Great Video...
Thank you! 😊
Try Taree. The train station and airport here are tiny lol!
Hey... that's the same rego Saab that had that prop that fell off over Sydney!
It is haha!!!
Imagine seeing a a380 in Whyalla it can't fit in the airport
Have done this trip too! Must admit it’s a bit long on this small plane 😂
nice
I understand that you want to do an in-depth video but if the policy is that no electronic devices aren't to be used on the apron maybe just accept it and don't. It's a safety issue within Oz..
I got told off for filming a tiger air 737 I was boarding from Melbourne to Gold Coast, not sure why they won’t let me film even if I use my camcorder which doesn’t have wifi
Technically You’re not allowed to film while boarding
That’s why I use a go pro. it’s tiny, most of the time I got away with it.
tiger air is no more in australia anyway.
@@RoryDing range of reasons for the rules, even with a go pro. maybe stop filming when asked too
How packed was the flight? Great video.
From my memory I think it was a full flight
@@RoryDing It would want to be to warrant the flight.
No filming on the tarmac continues to film
Cuz he’s wrong, the sign says no mobile phone, not no go pro
Doesn’t blur out the flight attendants face when boarding the plan
Not hating on you Rory
@@jasperkelly181 Maybe because they didn't request him to do so.
If they don't ask you to blur them out you don't have too.
Forgot his face mask so he had to bye one
You can't wash your hands after going to the bathroom - that is soooo wrong
@@BinkBricks You are an idiot
How did you get to Coober Pedy?
Greyhound from Alice springs around 7-8hrs
given they were clear on the rules, i think next time, don't film after they say no devices on the tarmac
How many times does one need to be told not to use a personal electronic device? Kinda disappointed as normally I enjoy your reviews.
It’s mobile phones not electronic devices
The main reason they do that is they don’t want passengers to stop and take pictures hence slow down the boarding process or make phone calls on the apron
Never had a problem in Europe South America Asia... so it’s not a safety issue
You can also see airline staff taking photos/videos at work and share them on their social media
Sorry that you’re disappointed but I’ll still be doing this
@@RoryDing yes but the worker asked you multiple times
failing to follow ground/cabin crew directions in Australia warrants an offload and is against the law
I wouldn’t have an issue with you doing it in the first place but the fact you were asked multiple times is just plain rude IMHO
That’s fair enough. That’s why I didn’t argue with him.
The sign at the boarding gate says no mobile phone not no electronic devices.
I know he was just doing his job I don’t blame him and I was also just doing my job.
Anyway my apologies that I made you disappointed
And apologies to him too if he watched this video one day.
I'm first
Thank you Shamim! 😁