A delegation from the Australian Defence and Strategic Studies Course visited the Sri Lanka Air Force Headquarters today (21 October 2024). Comprising 28 members and led by Colonel Lara Terese Troy, the delegation engaged in a courtesy call with the Chief of Staff, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Wickremaratne, on behalf of the Commander of the Air Force. During this meeting, they conducted cor...

The second iteration of the Eagles’ Catalina Medal Golf Tournament, organized under the guidance of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, concluded successfully today (20 October 2024) at the Eagles’ Catalina Golf Course in Koggala. This prestigious event, which has quickly established itself as a highlight in Sri Lanka’s golfing calendar, attracted 40 partic...

The 13th Defence Services Games Handball Championship finals took place today (18 October 2024) at the Indoor Stadium of the Army Cantonment in Panagoda.After a toe to toe match against the SL Army, the SLAF Women’s Handball team emerged victorious, displaying exceptional strategy and coordination throughout the game. This marks the first gold medal victory for the Sri Lanka Air Force ...

The passing-out parade of No. 173 Regular Airmen, No. 43 Regular Airwomen, No. 135 Volunteer Airmen and No. 17 Volunteer Airwomen Recruit Courses took place today (18 October 2024), at SLAF Academy China Bay.The occasion was graced by Deputy Chief of Staff, Air Vice Marshal Suresh Fernando. The Director General Training, Air Vice Marshal Deshapriya Silva, acting Commandant, Group Captain...

The Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Semih Lütfü Turgut  called on the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa at Air Force Headquarters today (18 October 2024).After a discussion on matters of mutual interest, the Commander of the Air Force and the visiting dignitaries exchanged mementos to mark the occasion....

The  Media Division of the Sri Lanka Air Force arranged a comprehensive Five-Day Workshop aimed at enhancing the skills of in house Compères. The event took place from 10  to 16 October 2024, at the Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC), renowned as a trailblazer in the field of Compère training within Sri Lanka.Under the expert guidance of facilitators, the workshop prov...

The 35th General Convocation of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University concluded today (15 October 2024) at the BMICH, with the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), attending as the Chief Guest. During his address the Defence Secretary reflected on the nation's experiences with both conflict and the healing power of peace. He urge...

The No. 6 Air Defence Radar Squadron at SLAF Academy China Bay celebrated its 15th anniversary today (15 October 2024). The No. 6 ADRS was formed as an integral component of the National Air Defence System, which was commissioned as a fully operational squadron on 15 October 2009 at SLAF Station Weerawila. Subsequently, the squadron was relocated into SLAF Academy China Bay on 05 May 201...

SLAF Combat Training School Diyatalawa celebrated its 72nd anniversary today (15 October 2024). The anniversary celebration commenced with the customary working parade under the guidance of the Commanding Officer of SLAF Combat Training School Diyatalawa, Air Commodore HTH Dharmadasa. The parade was reviewed by the Officer Commanding Training, Wing Commander Kanishka Jayasekara.Further, ...

The delegation from the Higher Defence Management Course of India paid a visit to the Sri Lanka Air Force Headquarters this morning (14 October 2024). The delegation consists of 25 Officers and 12 spouses, headed by Colonel Kedar Dattatraya Gupte.The senior members of the delegation made a courtesy call to the Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa and had cord...

The foundation stone laying ceremony for a new four-storey building at Guwanpura was held today (14 October 2014) under the auspicious of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa. The ceremony was attended by the Chief of Staff, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Wickremaratne,  Director General of Construction Engineering, Air Vice Marshal Chandana Geethapriya, President o...

The second day of the 'Techno 2024’ National Engineering and Technology Exhibition commenced today (12 October 2024) at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), under the distinguished participation of the Commander of the  Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa as the chief guest, who is both an aviator and a qualified engineer.The ‘Techno 2024’ exhibi...

A long-held dream of Myliddi North Kalaimagal Maha Vidyalayam in Kankasanthurei became a reality today (11 October 2024) with the ceremonial opening of its newly constructed Main Hall. This much-needed facility, pivotal for the school’s educational and extracurricular activities, was made possible through the dedicated efforts of the SLAF as part of the SLAF's 73rd anniversary communit...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, declared open the newly renovated Warrant Officers’ and Senior Non-Commissioned Officers’ Holiday Home, as well as the Airmen and Airwomen Holiday Home, at SLAF Station Palaly today (11 October 2024). This project was designed and constructed by the Civil Engineering Staff at SLAF Station Palaly, who successfully completed ...

A three-day workshop was conducted at the Parachute Training School, SLAF Regimental Training Center, Ampara, for military riggers, skydivers and pilots from 08 to 10 October 2024. The focus of the workshop was on the Automatic Activation Device (AAD), a critical safety component in parachuting.Andrew Couling, a highly qualified expert (Tandem Instructor, AFF Instructor, active formation...

The Sri Lanka Air Force formally inducted the novel Beechcraft King Air 360ER today (10 October 2024) at a ceremony headed by the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) as the Chief Guest. The event was further honoured by the presence of the Ambassador of the United States of America to Sri Lanka, Her Excellency Julie Chung and the Commander of...

The Awarding Ceremonies for Qualification Insignia and Certificates of Commendation were held today (08 October 2024) at Air Force Headquarters. The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, graced the event as the chief guest. Certificates of Commendation were conferred upon individuals in recognition of their significant contributions to the Air Force. Further, Fighter C...

A Higher-Level Supervision Visit was conducted at Sri Lanka Aviation Unit, MINUSCA, Central African Republic, from 29 September to 04 October 2024. The delegation was led by the Director General Ground Operations of Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Vice Marshal Chaminda Wickramaratne, along with the Director Supply and Services of SLAF, Group Captain Kapila Silva. The purpose of the visit was to...

Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) made his inaugural visit to the Air Force Headquarters today (07 October 2024) following his appointment as Secretary to the Ministry of Defence. Upon his arrival, the Secretary was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour by the Sri Lanka Air Force Colour Wing. The Defence Secretary received a warm welcome from the Commanding Officer of SLAF Stat...

Air Vice Marshal Suresh Noel Fernando was appointed as the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Air Force, with effect from today (07 October 2024). The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, officially handed over the letter of appointment to Air Vice Marshal Suresh Fernando at the Air Force Headquarters today and conveyed his best wishes to the newly appointed Deput...

Air Vice Marshal Muditha Mahawattege USP, MSc (Sec & Strat Std), BSc (Mech Eng), AEng, AMIE(SL), MIM(SL), MITD(SL), MITD(SL), ndc, Z bid adieu to the Sri Lanka Air Force today (07 September 2024), after completing more than 33 years of dedicated service to the nation. At the time of his retirement, he held the appointment of Deputy Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Air Force.Air Vice M...