QAL CEO Amelia Evans is appointed to LifeFlight board

Experienced aviation executive Amelia Evans has been appointed to the board of LifeFlight Australia as a Non-Executive Director. Evans, CEO of Queensland Airports Limited (QAL), has had a near 30-year career across a range of industries including aviation, telecommunications, tourism, and higher education.

She oversaw the development of Townsville Airport’s 2023 Master Plan and, more recently, Gold Coast Airport’s 2024 Master Plan, with the aim of delivering a future-focused precinct with a strong emphasis on accessibility.

Prior to joining QAL, she spent seven years at Qantas in a variety of finance roles, culminating in her final position as Head of Finance, where she oversaw the financial and commercial management of various Qantas businesses.

Evans said she had closely observed the growth of LifeFlight’s air medical services and was inspired by the organization’s dedication to serving regional communities.

“As someone who leads a business that is deeply embedded in these regional communities, including the Gold Coast, Townsville, Mount Isa and Longreach, where we have airports, I know how vitally important LifeFlight is in providing lifesaving care for people who are long distances from major hospitals,” she said. “That’s why I’m excited to join the LifeFlight board and dedicate the benefit of my experience to helping LifeFlight deliver critical care to more people.”

Earlier this year, LifeFlight Rescue announced the end of its naming rights sponsorship with the Royal Automobile Club of Queensland (RACQ).