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Flying Doctor showcases unique aero medical skills at 2019 Mining Emergency Response Competition (WA)

Western Australia's Flying Doctor crew showcased the preparation and considerations made when aero medically retrieving a patient with burn injuries at the 2019 Mining Emergency Response Competition (MERC) held at Langley Park, November 22-24.

BHP leads industry COVID-19 funding for Flying Doctor in Western Australia (WA)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service in Western Australia has today launched an appeal to support its COVID-19 efforts which includes boosting its front line workforce by 25 per cent, investment in critical capital and operational supplies.

Flying Doctor gorge rescue in the remote Kimberley (WA)

The Flying Doctor in WA was involved in an extraordinary and coordinated rescue of a 26-year-old woman who was stranded from her injuries following a fall while hiking on a remote gorge in the Kimberley.

COVID-19 Emergency Appeal (VIC)

The COVID-19 virus could be the greatest challenge of a generation. Right now, our medical teams are in desperate need of emergency supplies to help tackle the pandemic.

2020 RFDS Local Hero Award recipients announced (QLD)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has announced nine regional 2020 RFDS Local Hero Award winners – each representing one of its base locations.

Flying Doctor says ‘we’ve got your back’ after Tibooburra fire (NSW/ACT)

Two RFDS medical teams attended and evacuated the injured from the scene of a fire in the northwest corner of New South Wales. Our assistance didn’t stop there, with mental health teams providing a longer-term commitment of support to a community in crisis.

Flying Doctor provides big boost for national economy (QLD)

A new study has revealed the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) provides more than $2.5 billion in benefits to the Australian economy each year through its life-saving aeromedical services to regional, rural and remote Australians.

RFDS Research: COVID-19 activity and surge modelling for rural and remote Australia

A newly published research paper reviews RFDS COVID-19 patient transport data since February 2020, and includes modelling for anticipated rural and remote hot spots, as part of surge preparation within the national health crisis.

Sending Samuel to specialist care (TAS)

State-of-the-art upgrade: a first for Queensland (Thanks to you) (QLD)

Building work is underway on our new purpose-built facility in Bundaberg, designed to meet the growing needs of the city and wider Queensland community – thanks to support from people like you.

Flying Doctor lives up to its vision (NSW/ACT)

When Liz’s eye started bleeding, she was afraid she would lose her sight.

Your impact this Flying Doctor Day (WA)

Your support on Flying Doctor Day helps us prepare our frontline crews for whatever situation they may face.

RFDS uses the latest aviation surveillance technology to care for patients (QLD)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is using the latest in aviation surveillance technology to deliver greater levels of care for its patients.

A flight like no other (QLD)

“I really didn’t want to put them out, so I told them it's all good, I'm a platinum flyer so I can sort the flight out myself. They pretty quickly told me I would be flying with the Flying Doctor.”

Funding support to ensure continuity of care (QLD)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has received more than $285,000 in funding from the Queensland Government to aid in the delivery of services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 Emergency Fund (QLD)

Demand for our service is growing. Right now, our aeromedical teams are in desperate need of emergency supplies to support their vital work as we tackle the COVID-19 pandemic.

BBQ for the Flying Doctor (TAS)

Flying across a pandemic to save lives (SA/NT)

As Australians began grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down the nation earlier this year, the RFDS donned protective masks and kept in the air to save lives.

RFDS Victoria at Variety Kids X-mas Party (VIC)

For the seventh consecutive year, RFDS Victoria sent a team to join in the fun at the annual Variety Kids’ Xmas Party. “It’s always a pleasure to be a part of this fantastic event which brings the joy of Christmas to kids in need,” said RFDS Victoria Education Manager, Tom Ryan.

First flight remembered with Great Pilgrimage (NSW/ACT)

While this year’s Great Pilgrimage had a strong historical focus, it was also about anticipating the next 90 years. The RFDS is just as relevant today as it was in 1928...

Invictus Games Gold for Flying Doctor Base Manager (NSW/ACT)

RFDS Broken Hill Base Manager Marcus Wilson was so focused on the sailing that he almost didn’t noticed Prince Harry in the boat next to him. Here, Marcus shares the excitement of representing Australia and the RFDS in the Invictus Games

Boy's ordeal ends with 'magical' Flying Doctor Flight (NSW/ACT)

“The Flying Doctor means everything to us because we are so isolated. I have always had such a great respect and appreciation for them,”

Broken Hill’s Bruce Langford Visitors’ Centre Experience wins 2020 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice (NSW/ACT)

Broken Hill’s Bruce Langford Visitors’ Centre Experience wins 2020 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Award

Flying Doctor and IGA unveil aeromedical aircraft (SA/NT)

This afternoon the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations unveiled its Independent Grocers of Australia (IGA) branded aeromedical aircraft in recognition of IGA’s new, three-year major sponsorship of the life-saving service.

RFDS enters jet age with game-changer in aeromedical care (SA/NT)

The communities of South Australia and the Northern Territory will soon be cared for 24/7 by the world’s first purpose-built aeromedical jet, the RFDS Medi-Jet 24.