The Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Sri Lanka and Maldives, His Excellency Semih Lütfü Turgut, called on the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe at the Air Force Headquarters today (17 June 2025).After the cordial discussion on matters of mutual interest, Air Marshal Edirisinghe and the visiting dignitary exchanged mementos to mark the occasion....

The Japan-Sri Lanka Friendship Association visited Sigiriya yesterday (16 June 2025) as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and support local communities. The visit was conducted with the approval of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisingha and under the supervision of the Commanding Officer of SLAF Station Sigiriya, Group Captain SV Premawa...

As part of the national ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ initiative, a comprehensive upgradation of the Central Bus Stand in Colombo is set to commence, aimed at enhancing the infrastructure, cleanliness and sustainability of one of the city’s busiest transport hubs. The SLAF has been assigned to implement the upgrading, based on SLAF's relevant technical experience in public sector projects.The ...

The Change of Command at the No 01 Air Defence Radar Squadron (No 01 ADRS), SLAF Base Katunayake was held today (16 June 2025). The traditional Handing Over / Taking Over parade took place at the Squadron premises where the outgoing Commanding Officer Wing Commander DRT Mallawaarachchi Msc (Def & Strat Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc handed over the command to Wing Commander PGUN Dharmap...

The Civil Engineering Wing of SLAF Base Katunayake proudly celebrated its 22nd anniversary yesterday (13 June 2025). This formation was established to undertake major construction and renovation projects for the Sri Lanka Air Force and the state sector, as directed by Air Force Headquarters. The customary working parade was held and reviewed by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain ND Ek...

The Japan Lanka Friendship Association, with the generous support of the Mrs. Sawano Sayuri and the other members of the delegation, handed over documents of an ambulance to the SLAF, eight scholarships for deserved schoolchildren, a confirmation letter for the donation of Rs . 3 Mn to renovate school building at Sigiriya, reading glasses, Educational accessories and two water tanks capa...

The Change of Command at No.05 Air Defense Radar Squadron (ADRS), SLAF Station Palavi held today (13 June 2025) and the traditional handing over/taking over parade was held at the squadron premises. The outgoing Commanding Officer Wing Commander PGUN Dharmapala BSc (Def Stu), MTS handed over the command to Squadron Leader RGC Lenora MSc (Def & Strat Stu), LLB, psc.The new Commanding ...

The SLAF is set to deploy its first-ever Aeromedical Evacuation Team (AMET) to the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission (MINUSCA)  on 14 June 2025 in the Central African Republic. The team comprises six medical personnel, including two officers and four airmen, who will undertake Aeromedical Evacuation duties in support of ongoing UN operations.The AMET, led by Group Captain GSS Pere...

The Defence Services Boxing Championship –2024/2025 which is a part of the 13th Defence Services Games organized by the Sri Lanka Air Force, was held from 11 to 12 June 2025 at the Gymnasium of SLAF Base Katunayake. More than 46 competitors representing the tri-services participated in the event. During the Championship, SLAF Women’s Boxing team was crowned as the Champions of the De...

SLAF Station Mirigama celebrated 18th anniversary yesterday (11 June 2025). The event commenced with the customary working parade, reviewed by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain MHMTCK Bandara.As part of the anniversary celebrations, a blood donation programme was organized in collaboration with the Divisional Secretarial - Divulapitiya on 28 May 2025, In addition to the above, a Shra...

The Certificate Awarding Ceremony of No. 05 Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Explosive Advance Course was held on yesterday (11 June 2025) at No. 49 CBRNE Wing SLAF Base Katunayake under the patronage of the Base Commander SLAF Base Katunayake, Air Commadore AV Jayasekera as the Chief Guest.The primary objective of this course is to equip specially selected servicemen with the kn...

A specialized combat training programme for the participants of the 11th Contingent for UN peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic was successfully conducted at the SLAF Combat Training School (CTS) Diyatalawa,  on 10 June 2025 under the supervision of the Commanding Officer, Air Commodore DMR Dassanayake, prior to the deployment of personnel for the mission...

Air Vice Marshal Damian Weerasinghe USP, MDS, BSc (Def Stu), MIM (SL), psc was appointed as the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Air Force, with effect from today (11 June 2025). The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, officially handed over the letter of appointment to Air Vice Marshal Damian Weerasinghe at the Air Force Headquarters today and conv...

In celebration of World Environment Day 2025, the Seva Vanitha Unit of the SLAF launched the ‘Clean Today, Green Tomorrow' initiative across all SLAF establishments. This effort is in line with the national ‘Clean Sri Lanka' campaign and aims to strengthen environmental responsibility through sustainable and community-driven projects.Under the guidance of the Chairperson ...

Air Vice Marshal Manoaj Keppetipola MSc (NSWS-Pak), MBA (PIM-SJP), MDS (Uok), BA (Def Stu) Hons, Chartered FCIPM, MITD (SL), ndc (Pak), psc bid adieu to the Sri Lanka Air Force today (10 June 2025), after completing 35 years of dedicated service to the nation. At the time of his retirement, he held the appointment of Deputy Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Air Force.Air Vice M...

The opening ceremony of the newly established Court Room of Air Force Headquarters was held yesterday (09 June 2025) at Directorate of Administration of the Air Force Headquarters. This event marked the accomplishment of a long overdue requirement for the judicial elements of the SLAF. Upon the invitation by the Director General Administration, Air Vice Marshal Thushara Sirimanne, t...

The sixth episode of the motivational drive for SLAF sportsmen and women in the sports disciplines of Baseball,Boxing, Carrom  and Cricket was organized under the  guidance of the President  Air Force Sports Council and Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, today (09 June 2025) SLAF Base Katunayake . The particular full-day programme was conducted by M...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, conducted the Annual Commander’s Inspection at SLAF Base Hingurakgoda yesterday (07 June 2025).The Commander reviewed the parade which featured the Air Force Standards and the parade was commanded by the Base Commander SLAF Base Hingurakgoda, Air Commodore Dinesh Jayaweera. Moreover, the Certificates of Commendation were aw...

The Change of Command at No. 1 Information Technology Wing of the Sri Lanka Air Force Base, Ratmalana, took place yesterday (06 June 2025). The traditional handing over/taking over parade was conducted at the Base Parade Square, where the outgoing Commanding Officer, Group Captain API Sampath Kumara USP, PgDip (Def Mgt), handed over command to Wing Commander VPS Gunasekara BSc (IT), MSc ...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, conducted the Annual Commander’s Inspection at SLAF Base Vavuniya today (06 June 2025).The Commander reviewed the parade which featured the Air Force Standards and the parade was commanded by the Base Commander SLAF Base Vavuniya, Air Commodore Asela Kuruwita. Moreover, the Certificates of Commendation were awarded by the C...

The 77th International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers was proudly commemorated on 29 May 2025 across all UN missions worldwide, recognizing the invaluable contributions and sacrifices made by peacekeepers in promoting global peace and security.In concurrence with this global observance, the Sri Lanka Aviation Unit deployed in Bria, Central African Republic, actively participated in a...