The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) is an Australian non-profit organization that provides emergency and primary healthcare to people living in remote and rural areas. Founded in 1928, it uses aircraft to reach patients quickly, offering medical assistance and transporting them to hospitals when necessary. The service operates across vast distances, covering about 7.69 million square kilometers. It employs a team of doctors, nurses, and pilots who work together to ensure that even the most isolated communities have access to essential medical care, making a significant impact on public health in Australia.