Our air ambulance jets

Global reach, local expertise

LifeFlight is the largest, most advanced aeromedical service in the southern hemisphere

With more than 45 years of experience, we ensure that every flight, mission and operation is a seamless blend of advanced medical care and expert aviation. Our Challenger 604 jets are equipped to provide intensive care at 35,000 feet, making us the leading choice for long distance, high-acuity medical care, across Australia and the world.
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Our service extends to diverse and remote locations with our aircraft strategically positioned across Australia and Singapore. We seamlessly manage both domestic and international repatriations across the vast Asia-Pacific region.

Our global footprint combined with our professional staff and vertically integrated logistics, engineering and training capabilities, enable us to provide world-class aeromedical care which has been recognised by peers.

The experts behind our air ambulance jets

On board our jets, you’ll find a Captain, First Officer, LifeFlight Critical Care Doctor and Flight Nurse, all available 24/7, 365 days a year. This guarantees that every patient receives the highest level of medical attention and safety throughout their journey.

Expertise and passion

Our aircraft connect patients to the care they need, but it’s the people on board that truly set us apart. Investment in our staff, combined with the vertically integrated logistics, engineering and training capabilities that support them, allows us to provide the absolute pinnacle of aeromedical care.

Real-world training

Our proven ability to recruit, train and deploy the best medical experts has been the key to our success. Direct integration with LifeFlight’s on-the-ground operations provides us with unmatched opportunities for real-time, real-world training. What we learn today helps improve tomorrow.

Our challenger 604s

State-of-the-art aircraft

Our jets have been meticulously designed to maximise cabin space, providing clinical crews with an optimised environment to access patients and accommodate critical medical equipment. This allows our specialist physicians to perform tertiary-level care in a prehospital setting, ensuring patients receive the best possible care from take-off to touchdown.

Versatile and adaptable

Our jets are strategically based in Townsville, Brisbane, and Singapore, ensuring rapid availability and response around the clock. Striking the right balance between aviation and medical requirements for each mission means our Challenger 604 aircraft can be configured accordingly and airborne within 90 minutes from receiving the call. 

Top five vital pieces of equipment

1. Hamilton ventilator

A transport ventilator that can be used on a range of patients from neonates to large adults for invasive ventilation, BIPAP and high flow nasal oxygen.

2. Zoll monitor/defibrillator

Enables accurate monitoring of pulse, blood pressure, ECG and saturations.

3. Phillips Lumify Ultrasound

Allows point of care, high quality ultrasound images as well as allowing the doctors to accurately place invasive lines.

4. Spectrum dual stretcher

An extremely versatile stretcher, specifically made for fixed and rotary wing aeromedical evacuation. It can be configured to carry adults, children and infant transport decks.

5. Patient Loading System​

Reduces our time on the ground during missions. This innovative technology, designed and manufactured by LifeFlight is capable of loading and unloading patients of up to 220kgs and has proved invaluable in improving crew safety.

Industry-leading accreditation

Recognised as the ITIJ Air Ambulance Company of the Year in 2023, we operate with cutting-edge medical technology that rivals the most advanced hospital Intensive Care Units. Our Challenger 604 jets are purpose built to meet each patient’s unique needs. Our seasoned crews expertly adapt our aircraft’s setup to deliver unparalleled care in the air, ensuring the best patient outcomes

Patient stories

"Mark Richardson had traveled to Bali frequently without incident, but in September 2023, his life took an unexpected turn. During a spur-of-the-moment surfing trip, Mark became critically ill and nearly lost his life. Thanks to the swift intervention of our LifeFlight aeromedical crew, he received care equivalent to Australian ICU standards and was safely brought back home." 

Bespoke rescue helicopter solutions

We also offer bespoke commercial rescue helicopter solutions. To discuss an opportunity with our team, contact us

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