Regional ExpressRXA/ ZL

Regional Express, operating under the IATA code ZL, is an Australian regional airline founded in 1988 and headquartered in Sydney, New South Wales. The airline specializes in regional passenger operations, serving remote and regional communities across Australia with scheduled services to destinations that larger carriers typically do not serve. Regional Express operates a point-to-point network connecting smaller airports throughout regional Australia, playing a vital role in connecting isolated communities to major metropolitan centers. As an independent carrier not part of any global airline alliance, the airline operates a single-class cabin configuration focused on essential regional connectivity rather than premium amenities. The airline's business model emphasizes reliability and community service, making it an essential provider of air transport for regional Australians and a crucial link for business and leisure travel in underserved markets.