LifeFlight, bringing critical care closer to home

LifeFlight is the largest, most advanced aeromedical service in the southern hemisphere, providing rapid response and cutting-edge medical care to those who need it most.

Help us be there when it matters most

LifeFlight is more than a service – it’s an essential part of Queensland’s helicopter health network and our way of life. With more than 180 of our Critical Care Doctors working across the state, our helicopters are ready to deliver ICU-level care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, no matter how remote the location.

Your tax-deductible gift before 30 June will help ensure our doctors are always ready to respond, wherever they’re needed most.

Shaping the future of emergency aeromedicine and rescue
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Who is LifeFlight

Saving lives since 1979, our not-for-profit organisation has proudly delivered emergency and critical care for 45 years, responding when every second counts. What started as a grassroots regional helicopter service has grown into a trusted name in emergency rescue, protection, and retrieval medicine. Through support, advocacy and continuous hard work, we continue to expand our reach and impact.

What we do

At LifeFlight, we’re committed to shaping the future of emergency aeromedicine and rescue. Our fleet includes fully equipped air ambulance jets and rescue helicopters that operate like flying intensive care units and are crewed by the best medical staff. Specialising in emergency rescues, natural disasters, patient transfers, international medical evacuations and more, we ensure that those in critical need receive swift and expert care. 

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First Minutes Matter

In emergencies, the first few minutes can mean everything. First Minutes Matter is a free education program that equips you with the practical skills and knowledge to manage time-critical medical situations while professional help is on the way.

Creating a safer tomorrow

We’re shaping tomorrow’s heroes today. By empowering our team and the community with life-saving skills, we not only deliver comprehensive training programs that upskill our crews, but teach everyday people how to respond confidently in emergencies.