Thursday, November 7, 2024 Qantas Airways, through its regional subsidiary QantasLink, has reintroduced the Boeing 717 aircraft on the Perth–Paraburdoo route as of November 6, 2024. Operated by National Jet Systems for QantasLink, this weekday service is part of a short-term schedule running until November 26, aiming to enhance air travel options for passengers commuting between Perth and the mining town of Paraburdoo in Western Australia. The decision to resume Boeing 717 flights on this route underscores QantasLink’s commitment to regional connectivity within Australia, particularly in regions where air travel plays a vital role in connecting communities and supporting local industries.
The Perth–Paraburdoo route is particularly significant, as it serves the mining sector and caters to both business and leisure travelers visiting Western Australia’s resource-rich Pilbara region. Flight QF1264 departs from Perth Airport (PER) at 6:30 AM, arriving at Paraburdoo Airport (PBO) by 8:20 AM. The return service, QF1265, departs Paraburdoo at 9:00 AM and reaches Perth by 10:50 AM.
These flights operate on weekdays, with services suspended on Saturdays and Sundays, providing a consistent schedule that caters to the needs of frequent travelers on this route. The Boeing 717, known for its reliability and efficiency on short-haul routes, offers a comfortable experience for passengers commuting within Western Australia. Its reintroduction on the Perth–Paraburdoo route not only .