Royal Flying Doctor Service - Queensland Section

Royal Flying Doctor Service - Queensland Section The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) has been saving lives in regional, rural and remote communities for 96 years.

In addition to aeromedical retrievals, the RFDS also delivers essential primary and preventative healthcare services. Established in Queensland in 1928 by the Reverend John Flynn, the RFDS has grown to become the world’s largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisation. Today the RFDS delivers more than 370,000 episodes of patient care across Australia every year – equivalent to assisting s

omeone every two minutes. In Queensland, the RFDS provides healthcare services over an area of 1.73 million square kilometres from nine strategically located bases in Cairns, Townsville, Mount Isa, Charleville, Longreach, Roma, Rockhampton, Bundaberg and Brisbane. These services are delivered via a fleet of 20 medically equipped aeromedical aircraft. And with some of the world’s most highly trained and skilled aviation and medical staff, the RFDS is incredibly well positioned to uphold our promise to deliver the finest care to the furthest corner of the state.

03/06/2026

When Jess was struck by an 800kg cow, her only chance of survival was to call the Flying Doctor.

Jess was unable move, struggling to breathe, and was a 12-hour drive away from the nearest hospital.

Thanks to the quick response from our aeromedical crew, Jess was stabilised with her family by her side and flown to hospital.

“As soon as the wheels lifted off, I just thought ‘I’m going to be okay now. I will live.’”

Every donation made before 30 June helps equip our new aircraft with ICU-level care so wherever we land, we can save lives just like Jess’s. ✈️

Read her story here and help us save more lives 👉 https://rfds.co/4fm7Vov

This Philanthropy Week, we’re celebrating the incredible impact of the support provided by Allan and Lyn Davies 💙For mor...
02/06/2026

This Philanthropy Week, we’re celebrating the incredible impact of the support provided by Allan and Lyn Davies 💙

For more than 15 years, Allan and Lyn, through the Dalara Foundation, have stood beside the RFDS to help ensure people in rural and remote Queensland can access life-saving care when it matters most.

Their generosity is supporting the next generation of flight nurses, strengthening care in the bush and bringing peace of mind to families across Queensland.

“Midwifery is vitally important because when babies are born out in the bush there can be emergency situations which require quick action, and if you are a long way from help, you are very grateful for this service,” Lyn shared.

Learn more about how their funds support the dreams of Queensland nurses 👉 https://rfds.co/4uVeiEc

Thank you, Allan and Lyn, for your unwavering support and belief in the power of giving.

Happy Monday everyone! Another beautiful start to the week in Charleville. 🙌Captured by RFDS Pilot, Josh, before heading...
31/05/2026

Happy Monday everyone! Another beautiful start to the week in Charleville. 🙌

Captured by RFDS Pilot, Josh, before heading to visit south west Queensland. ✈️

What a way to start the day! 🙌Rockhampton Pilot, Ashley, captured this stunning photo after completing his morning check...
29/05/2026

What a way to start the day! 🙌

Rockhampton Pilot, Ashley, captured this stunning photo after completing his morning checks. 📸

This week marks National Reconciliation Week, a time to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and...
26/05/2026

This week marks National Reconciliation Week, a time to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and explore how we can contribute to achieving reconciliation.

This year's theme 'All In’ reminds us that reconciliation will not happen by itself and will not happen without our shared commitment to make change.

With almost half of RFDS patients identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, we’re committed to partnering with communities to strengthen relationships, gain cultural understanding and honour our connections to Country.

You can read more about our reconciliation journey here: https://rfds.co/4uy9Hba

Thank you! 💙 Over the past three weeks, it has been such a pleasure for RFDS staff across Queensland to connect with som...
25/05/2026

Thank you! 💙

Over the past three weeks, it has been such a pleasure for RFDS staff across Queensland to connect with some of our incredible supporters who help keep the Flying Doctor flying.

You may have received a phone call, a voicemail, a card or an email from one of our team, simply to say thank you. Our staff heard beautiful stories, shared a few laughs and, in some cases, a few very happy tears too.

A special shout out to our RFDS Pilot Andrew Peck, who reached out to 90 supporters while working at the Thargomindah and Yowah clinics.

To every supporter who makes this work possible, thank you. Your kindness means so much to all of us at the Flying Doctor.

Late nights in the outback🌛✈️🩺Our Mount Isa crew flew out to a station in north west Queensland in the middle of the nig...
25/05/2026

Late nights in the outback🌛✈️🩺

Our Mount Isa crew flew out to a station in north west Queensland in the middle of the night to retrieve a patient.

A huge thank you to station owners who manage and maintain their airstrips for emergencies like this. 🙏

Your commitment helps us reach patients when it matters most! 💙

Cairns, save the date!Picnic with the planes - RFDS Cairns Base is landing this August, bringing a relaxed afternoon of ...
24/05/2026

Cairns, save the date!

Picnic with the planes - RFDS Cairns Base is landing this August, bringing a relaxed afternoon of live music, food trucks and lawn games for the whole family!

Join us for exclusive behind the scenes access to the RFDS Cairns Base, explore our aeromedical simulator and meet some of the crew.

📅 Saturday 1 August
🕐 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Tickets are coming soon, but you can get in early by registering your interest here 👉 https://rfds.co/4nI2GSA

Bring the family and join us for a fun day at the hangar 💙

Not a bad way to clock off. 🙌🌥️😎Captured on the flight home from Dalby by RFDS nurse Katie. The view is hard to beat! ✈️...
23/05/2026

Not a bad way to clock off. 🙌🌥️😎

Captured on the flight home from Dalby by RFDS nurse Katie. The view is hard to beat! ✈️

Nothing brings people together like a sweet treat and a shared purpose. 🙌🍪💙 To celebrate Flying Doctor Day, our Princip...
20/05/2026

Nothing brings people together like a sweet treat and a shared purpose. 🙌🍪💙

To celebrate Flying Doctor Day, our Principal Partner Ergon Energy Retail rallied their teams for a Bushtucker Bake Off, featuring Aussie classics like fairy bread and even some plane-shaped cookies!

For more than 25 years, Ergon Energy Retail has supported the RFDS, helping us deliver essential care to communities across regional, rural and remote Queensland.

We are incredibly grateful for Ergon Energy Retail's ongoing support and sharing in the celebration of the essential services we deliver across the communities we serve.

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