Sri Lanka Air Force - Guardians of the skies

Our Vision

Ensuring National Security through effective employment of Air Power
Our Mission

To train, equip and deploy a professional Air Force exploiting our core competencies to undertake air operations in support of National Security
Core Values

Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence

MISSION - MOMENTUM - MILESTONES

COMMANDER OF THE AIR FORCE DECLARES OPEN SLAF STATION MATTALA

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, officially declared open Sri Lanka Air Force Station Mattala on 02 October 2026. Upon his arrival, the Commander was warmly welcomed by the inaugural Commanding Officer, Group Captain Kelum Wimalarathne, and accorded a street lining ceremony.

COMMANDER’S INSPECTION AT SLAF STATION WEERAWILA

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, conducted the Commander’s Inspection at Sri Lanka Air Force Station Weerawila today (02 October 2026). Upon his arrival, the Commander was warmly received by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain Nirup Wanasinghe.