SLAF Hospital Ratmalana serves as the main aircrew medical centre and the principal hub for medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) operations, providing critical aviation medicine services at one of Sri Lanka's key aviation facilities. The hospital plays a vital role in maintaining the fitness and operational readiness of aircrew personnel, offering specialised aviation medical examinations and assessments required for flight duties. As the primary MEDEVAC hub, the facility coordinates emergency medical evacuations and provides immediate medical support for aviation emergencies across the island. The hospital's strategic location at Ratmalana Airport, with its dual military and civilian aviation operations, enables rapid response capabilities for medical emergencies. The facility maintains the highest standards of aviation medicine, ensuring that aircrew personnel meet the stringent medical requirements necessary for safe flight operations whilst providing emergency medical support for Air Force operations nationwide.