The SLAF commemorated the Sinhala and Hindu New Year with the "Aurudu Udanaya" and "Aurudu Pola" , which featured a vibrant display of traditional Sri Lankan culture. These festivities were organized under the auspices of the Directorate of Welfare in collaboration with SLAF Base Katunayake and were held today (11 April 2025) at the Sports Ground of SLAF Base Katunayake.The event was gra...

The Certificate Awarding Ceremony of No. 25 English Medium and No. 96 Sinhala Medium Non-Commissioned Officers' Management Courses was held on today (10 April 2025) at the Astra Hall SLAF Academy China Bay under the patronage of the Director General Aeronautical Engineering, Air Vice Marshal Gihan Senevirathne as the Chief Guest. The Commandant of the Academy Air Commodore Amal Perera, D...

Air Vice Marshal Gladwin Atapattu was appointed as the Director General Logistics of the Sri Lanka Air Force, with effect from today (10 April 2025). The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, officially handed over the letter of appointment to Air Vice Marshal Atapattu at the Air Force Headquarters today and conveyed his best wishes to the newly appointed Director Ge...

The Media Division of the SLAF organized a comprehensive five-day workshop with the objective of enhancing the skills of in-house compères. The training program was conducted at the Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC), a leading institution renowned for its pioneering role in compère training in Sri Lanka.The workshop was conducted under the expert guidance of the Director of Tra...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, conducted the Annual Commander’s Inspection at SLAF Disaster Management Training School Digana today (09 April 2025). Notably, this marks the first official inspection by the Commander following the elevation of the Digana Detachment into a fully fledged, separate SLAF establishment. The Commander was received by the Comman...

St. Sylvester’s College, Kandy and the Old Sylvestrian Association paid their highest tribute to its alumni, Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe at the college premises today (09 April 2025) during a special assembly in keeping with St. Sylvester’s College’s tradition of recognizing those who have achieved the highest degree of recognition and achievement in s...

As part of a broader national initiative, the Internal Affairs Unit (IAU) was inaugurated within the SLAF today  (09 April 2025) at Air Force Headquarters. This inauguration coincided with the national ceremony for the commencement of the Anti-Corruption Action Plan (2025–2029), held under the patronage of His Excellency the President at the BMICH.The establishment of the SLAF IAU...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, conducted the Annual Commander’s Inspection at SLAF Station Sigiriya today (08 April 2025). The Commander was received by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain Viranga Premawardhana and was accorded a Ceremonial Guard of Honour. The Commander awarded the Certificates of Commendation to the following personnel for their meri...

The Graduation Ceremony of the No. 78 Junior Command and Staff Course was held today (07 April 2025) at the auditorium of the Junior Command and Staff College, SLAF Academy China Bay. The event marked the successful conclusion of a comprehensive 14 weeks academic programme, attended by 26 Officers from the Sri Lanka Air Force and two Officers from the Sri Lanka Navy.The Director General ...

The SLAF Women’s Handball Team emerged victorious at the National Handball Championship 2025, held from 03 to 06 April at the Army Cantonment in Panagoda. The tournament featured top-tier teams from across the nation, showcasing a high level of competition and sportsmanship. Demonstrating remarkable skill, cohesion, and determination throughout the tournament, the SLAF Women’s Team s...

The Change of Command of No. 9 Attack Helicopter Squadron SLAF Base Hingurakgoda was held on 04 April 2025. The traditional Handing over/ Taking over parade was conducted at the squadron premises where the outgoing Commanding Officer, Group Captain PS Liyanarachchi RWP, RSP and four Bars, USP, MSc(Def & Strat Stu), BSc (Def Stu), Pg Dip (Con & Pea Stu), psc handed over the comman...

The Inter-Unit Boxing Championship 2025 was held from 01 to 04 April 2025 at the Gymnasium SLAF Base Katunayake. This year, over 97 participants competed in both male and female categories and several talented young players were discovered during the championship.The final session and awards ceremony were held yesterday (04 April 2025) at the same venue. The event was conducted under 13 ...

The 128th birth anniversary of General Sir John Lionel Kotelawala (Companion of Honour, Knight of the British Empire, Doctor of Law), the third Prime Minister of Independent Sri Lanka and the patron of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, was commemorated today (04 April 2025).The ceremony was held at General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University with the participation of Com...

SLAF Academy China Bay celebrated its 64th anniversary on yesterday (03 April 2025) under the guidance of the Commandant, Air Commodore Amal Perera. The day’s programme commenced with a customary working parade held at the Academy Parade Square, where the Commandant addressed all officers, other ranks and civilian staff of the Academy.Subsequently, a Community Service project programme...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, made his official call on the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo, at the Army Headquarters today (04 April 2025).During the ensuing cordial discussion, the Commander of the Army extended his well wishes to Air Marshal Edirisinghe on his new appointment. Later on, the mementos were exchanged between the...

Air Vice Marshal Deshapriya Silva was appointed as the Director General Air Operations of the Sri Lanka Air Force, with effect from today (04 April 2025). The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, officially handed over the letter of appointment to Air Vice Marshal Deshapriya Silva at the Air Force Headquarters today and conveyed his best wishes to the newly appointe...

The SLAF Women's Kabaddi Team emerged victorious at the National Club Kabaddi Championship 2025, held on the 01 and 02 of April 2025 at the Panagoda Indoor Stadium. They secured the championship title by triumphing over the SL Navy Kabaddi Team in a closely contested final. Despite a strong challenge from their opponents, the Airwomen demonstrated exceptional skill and determination, sec...

The No. 08 Tactical Transport Squadron at SLAF Base Ratmalana commemorated its 29th anniversary yesterday (02 April 2025). In conjunction with the Formation Day celebrations, a special visit was organized for the families of the Squadron’s service personnel. This initiative aimed to provide them with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and demands faced by their loved ones ...

The SLAF Women’s Weightlifting Team secured the Overall Women’s Title at the National Weightlifting Championship, organized by the Sri Lanka Weightlifting Federation, by achieving an impressive tally of five gold medals and three silver medals.The National Weightlifting Championship took place at the Gallella Sports Complex in Polonnaruwa from 29 March to 02 April 2025 attracting par...

The Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering Wing at SLAF Ratmalana proudly celebrated its 36th anniversary upon completing of 36 years of service yesterday (02 April 2025).Under the guidance of the Commanding Officer, Group Captain PL Gunawardhana, a Bodhi Pooja was organized at Sri Sambodhi Nugashrama Viharaya in Ratmalana on 01 April 2025 to celebrate this significant milestone. ...

Air Vice Marshal Manoaj Keppetipola was appointed as the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Air Force, with effect from today (02 April 2025). The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, officially handed over the letter of appointment to Air Vice Marshal Manoaj Keppetipola at the Air Force Headquarters today and conveyed his best wishes to the newly appointed Depu...