SLAF Hospital Katunayake operates as the principal medical facility serving Sri Lanka's largest Air Force base, strategically positioned near Bandaranaike International Airport. The No 1 Hospital of SLAF Base Katunayake celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2022, marking over seven decades of dedicated medical service to the Air Force community. The hospital distinguishes itself through specialised departments including a Sports and Exercise Medicine Unit headed by a Consultant in Sports and Exercise Medicine, ensuring optimal fitness and injury management for aviation personnel. Additional facilities include a modern Dialysis Unit providing renal care services, a comprehensive Physiotherapy Unit supporting rehabilitation and injury prevention, and a Biomedical Unit maintaining critical medical equipment. The hospital also houses a dedicated Retired Ward Complex, demonstrating the Air Force's commitment to caring for former personnel throughout their lives.