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| Abbreviation | RFDS |
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| Predecessor | AIM Aerial Medical Service |
| Established | 15 May 1928 |
| Founder | John Flynn |
| Founded at | Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia |
| Type | Not-for-profit organisation |
| Legal status | Charity |
Region served | Australia |
| Services | Air ambulance |
Federation Board Chair | Tracey Hayes |
Deputy Federation Chair and Independent Director | John O'Donnell |
| Website | www |
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), commonly known as the Flying Doctor, is an air medical service in Australia. It is a non-profit organisation that provides emergency and primary health care services for those living in rural, remote and regional areas of Australia who cannot access a hospital or general practice due to the vast distances of the Outback.