Australian Air Express
 

Hey guys.

Just wondered if anyone knew much about Australian Air Express?

I am after clarification on the use of their 727's, are they still in use if so what routes do they use them on?

Nope - all gone (727's).

DHE (TCA) is the only one left! (VH- registered, anyway).

Australian Air Express is a joint venture between QF and Australia Post.

Australian Air Express aircraft are (or B727s at least were) operated by National Jet. Were replaced by older QF 737-400s that they couldn't sell.

At least one of the B727s was cut up as QF didn't want any competition.

Routes used to be Perth - Melbourne return. Also used one or two on an East Coast run from Cairns to Hobart, but not sure of landing points between (Melbourne was one).

My understanding is they have sold their last 727.

Regards

Col

AAE
 

Vector,

I think you will find that the AAE jets (737 classics) are operated by Express Freighters (owned by QANTAS). AAE also sub-contract Pel-Air Aviation. (using Saab's at least...not sure if the Metro's are still used for those runs).

S

Unconfirmed third hand rumour that a couple of ex QF 767s originally planned for the desert may be going to AAe. I don't expect they will be crewed with excess QF 767 crew! :suspect: Rather, they'll employ newbies on 2/3 of the QF pay rate and then complain about the fact that QF has too many 767 crew for the available flying. :rolleyes: