Under the patronage of the Chairperson of SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit Mrs. Roshani Gunatilleke, the Pre School at SLAF Station Colombo  celebrated the World Children’s Day on 3 October 2014.Children of the Pre School at SLAF Station Colombo  displayed their hidden talents in Singing, Dancing, Acting and Miming. Following the performance, Chairperson of the SVU  together with ...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kolitha Gunatilleke, conducted the AOCs inspection at SLAF Station Weerawila this morning (3 October 2014). The Commander, upon arrival for the inspection, was received by the Acting Commanding Officer, Squadron Leader WMDA Weerasooriya and he was awarded the a street lining. During the course of the inspection, the Commander visited all areas ...

The 34th Death Anniversary Commemoration of late General Sir John Kotelawala  CH, KBE, LID, (Honoris Causa) was held yesterday evening at the KDU near the statue of General Sir John Kotelawala. A distinguish gathering consists of the relatives of the late General, Vice Chancellor, Senior Officers of the Tri Services, members of the Faculties of KDU and the Officer Cadets participate...

 In commemorating the World Children’s Day, a special programme for children was held at the Air Force Museum at Ratmalana, under the distinguished patronage of First Lady Madam Shiranthi Rajapaksa.More than 850 kids attended this event organized by the Carlton Pre-School Network. Number of entertainment activities was conducted for the enjoyment of the kids who attended the event...

The inaugural ‘Flying Instructors’ Conference’ of the Sri Lanka Air Force, which included flying instructors of fixed wing and helicopter streams was held at No.1 Flying Training Wing, Sri Lanka Air Force Academy China Bay. The conference was held recently under the chairmanship of Director Air Operations Air Vice Marshal Kapila Jayampathy. The aim of the conference was...

Sri Lanka Defence Services Wrestling Team comprising eight athletes and four officials  left for United States of America on 30th September 2014 after lapse of four years to take part at the 29th World Military Wrestling Championship 2014 upon invitation received by the US Armed Forces Sports Office which organises the competition together with CISM; the World Military Spo...

A thrilling encounter between SLAF Base Ratmalana and SLAF Station Colombo brought an end to the Inter Unit Rugby Championship of the Sri Lanka Air Force after a tough series of intense competition in which 15 teams from different SLAF Bases and Stations scattered around the Island rubbed their shoulders for supremacy. The long fight ended with the crowning of SLAF Stn Colombo as the Int...

No.07 Helicopter Squadron came across a period of 20 years from 1994 to 2014 and was one of the major strengths to unite Sri Lanka under one flag with peace and harmony. No.07 Helicopter Squadron came into existence initially as the 401 Squadron under the guidance and leadership of then Sqn Ldr KVB Jayampathy. The anniversary celebrations were started with donating a lavatory system to M...

A Dharma Deshana programme presided over by venerable Kotapola Amarakeerthi, Chief Incumbent Seruwila Buddhist Centre, and Colombo 07 was held at SLAF Headquarters on 24th September 2014. The Commander of the Air Force Air Marshal Kolitha Gunatilleke, members of the Air Force Board of Management, Senior Officers, Other Ranks and Civilian staff participated in the  programme. ...

Drill, originated and perpetuated in the services with the intention of making service personnel disciplined. It is basically the following the orders of the superior, which usually does not come naturally to any individual! Contrary to the popular belief that it indoctrinates, drill helps develop the personal discipline and helps all personnel develop the ability of commanding large bod...

Sri Lanka Air Force Academy China Bay won the Inter Unit Netball Championship 2014 beating SLAF TTS Ekala by 22-19 in the finals concluded yesterday at Gymnasium SLAF Base Katunayake amidst a large gathering. SLAF TTS Eka player Cpl Nandasiri was adjudged the best Shooter whilst LAC Rathnayake   and Cpl Kumari Manike of Academy Cby, were selected as Best Center Court Player and...

Severe draught and scarcity of drinking water has severely affected the families in Vavuniya district and SLAF Base Vavuniya has taken steps to provide drinking water to villagers in Vavuniya south GS division. SLAF detachment Mamaduwa organized this event on behalf of SLAF Base Vavuniya, ...

Sri Lanka Air Force cyclists won several categories at the National Cycling Championship 2014 which was concluded recently.72 competitors challenged the winning title and SSP Gamini Perera flag off the riders at the starting line in front of the Jayathilake Stadium, Nawalapitiya. Private Secretary to the Minister of Sports, Mr. Weerasinghe Aluthgamage graced the occasion as the Chief Gue...

Air Force Shooters emerged Runner up at IPSC Handgun Nationals 2014, which was concluded at Sri Lanka Navy Range recently. Sri Lanka Air Force shooting team bagged 8 Gold medals, 10 Silver medals and 2 Bronze medals at the Championship.The Commander of the Air Force Air Marshal Kolitha Gunatilleke graced the Closing Ceremony as the Chief Guest. President National  Rifle Association ...

The Passing out ceremony of Catering Assistants and Ground Steward Advanced Courses at Hospitality Management School in Sri Lanka Air Force Station Sigiriya was held on 19th September 2014. This event is traditionally held on completion of every course with the presence of all trainees, Officer /Other rank Instructors and the personnel serving at therein, in recognition of trai...

Sri Lanka Air Force Karate team became the National Champions for 2014 at the National Karate Championship , which was conducted at the  Sri Lanka Foundation Institute  Indoor stadium on 17 Sep 14.The tournament was organized by the Sri Lanka Karate do Federation, where morethan 150 karate players participated in all events under Black Belt Categories as well as for ...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kolitha Gunatilleke, conducted the annual AOC's inspection at SLAF Base Ratmalana today (19 September 2014). The AOC's Parade was commanded by the Base Commander, Air Commodore PDKT Jayasinghe.The newly constructed Sub Guard Room, Basketball court and the Model Aircraft Workshop at the Air Force Museum were declared open by the Commander. The ...

SLAF TTS Ekala emerged dual championship in the Inter unit Hockey Tournament for the year 2014, whilst SLAF Stn Cbo became runner up at the Championship which was concluded on 18th September 2014 at SLAF TTS Ekala.Ekala team secured the 2014 championship for the seventh consecutive year in both categories of 7 a side and 11 a side, beating SLAF Stn Cbo.The event was graced by...

The Foundation Stone Laying ceremony for the second house to be constructed under SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit Housing Project “Guwan Lak Sevana” was commenced on 17 Sep 14 under the patronage of Chairperson of SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit Mrs. Roshani Gunatilleke  at Diulapitiya. 20589 F/Sgt Fernando HDL is the beneficiary of this construction.Director Welfare AVM MLK Perera, President Sev...

The Sri Lanka Super Series- Katukurunda Circuit Meet 2014 concluded successfully at the Katukurunda SLAF Race track on 14th September 2014.The Sri Lanka Super Series- Katukurunda Circuit Meet was organized by the Carlton Motor Sports Club, Asian Motor Racing Club, Sri Lanka Association of Racing Drivers and Riders Association with the assistance of Sri Lanka Air Force.The motor car and b...

Seva Vanitha Unit of Sri Lanka Air Force Base Hingurakgoda organized a visit to ward No. 03 of Mulleriyawa Hospital on 15 September 2014 on the guidance of the Chairperson of Sri Lanka Air Force Seva Vanitha Unit Mrs. Roshani Gunatilleke.Essential commodities were donated for the inmates prior to serving them with lunch.Entertaining activities conducted therein was greatly en...