The chairperson of CareFlight, Brad Hazzard, has formally appointed Peter Broschofsky to the role of chief executive officer of the Australian aeromedical organisation following his predecessor, Mick Frewen who held the position for eight years.

Mr Broschofsky was appointed as CareFlight's next chief executive officer, commencing on 1 August. He states: “Taking on the role is both an honour and a great responsibility.”

Having served as chief operations officer for the past three and a half years, Broschofsky has had the privilege of working alongside CareFlight's extraordinary frontline teams during a period of unprecedented demand for its lifesaving services.

Before joining CareFlight, his career spanned many years in the commercial aviation, building products and industrial sectors having held various senior leadership roles.

Speaking about Mr Broschofsky's appointment to the chief executive role, CareFlight chairperson Brad Hazzard says: “The board is very pleased that Peter has accepted the role as CEO. He has a wealth of experience in the aviation industry and has substantial knowledge of CareFlight's aeromedical services through his role as chief operating officer.”

Broschofsky adds: “I look fondly back at those experiences. However it is my time at CareFlight that has been the most rewarding of my career. For more than three years, I have been immersed in the operational heartbeat of this organisation, helping ensure our helicopters and aircraft are ready to fly, our engineering teams have the resources they need, our communications centres remain operational around the clock, and our doctors, nurses and paramedics can reach patients whenever and wherever they are needed. CareFlight's work depends on countless dedicated people, systems and moving parts working together seamlessly every day of the year. It has been both a challenge and a privilege to help lead those efforts.

"I am grateful that the board of CareFlight has entrusted me with the responsibility to lead this remarkable organisation into its next chapter. More importantly, I am excited to continue working alongside our people, partners and supporters to ensure we remain there for communities across Australia when they need us most. Most of all, I want to express my sincere thanks. Every mission we undertake, every patient we assist and every life we have the opportunity to save is made possible through the collective commitment of people who believe in our mission."