The SLAF has partnered with YETI, a Sri Lankan beverage brand, which has joined hands with the SLAF as the ‘Official Hydration Partner’ for the 2024/25 Rugby Season. This partnership agreement defines the joint commitment between YETI and the Sri Lanka Air Force with the common aim of uplifting the talents of rugby players while also strengthening the sport in Sri Lanka. The Memorand...

The Change of Command at No.49 Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Explosive Wing (No.49 CBRNE Wing) SLAF Base Katunayake, took place today (19 December 2024). The traditional handing over /taking over parade was conducted at the wing premises. The outgoing Commanding Officer, Group Captain NP Perera RWP handed over the Command to Wing Commander ADR Wickramarathne RSP, USP, BSc (Mgt...

The Change of Command of SLAF Station Iranamadu was held today (19 December 2024) at the station premises. The Handing Over / Taking Over parade was conducted at the Station Parade Square, where the outgoing Commanding Officer, Group Captain DGPL Jayathilaka MSc (Def & Strat. Stu), BA (Def Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), Pg Dip (HRM), psc, handed over the command to Group Captain DSS Senevir...

The Change of Command of the SLAF Academy China Bay was held today (19 December 2024). The traditional Handing Over/ Taking Over Parade took place at the Academy Parade Square premises where the Acting Commandant Group Captain  DL Hewavitharana WV, RWP and Bar, RSP and three Bars, USP, MMS (Mil Com-PRC), BSc (Def Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc, qhi handed over command to Air Commodore ...

The SLAF Archery Teams delivered a historic performance at the 13th Defence Archery Championship 2024, held today (18 December 2024) at the Athletic Ground, SLAF Base Katunayake. In a remarkable display of skill, dedication and teamwork, the SLAF clinched both the Men’s and Women’s Championship titles, marking a new milestone in the archery achievements.The awards ceremony was graced...

The Certificate Awarding Ceremony of No. 24 English Medium and No. 95 Sinhala Medium Non-Commissioned Officers' Management Courses was held on today (18 December 2024) at the Astra Hall SLAF Academy China Bay under the patronage of the Acting Provost Marshal, Air Vice Marshal DRW Jayawardena as the Chief Guest.The core purpose behind this 14-week-long course is to groom Non-Commissioned ...

Air Vice Marshal Chaminda Wickremaratne was appointed as the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Air Force, with effect from today (18 December 2024). The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, officially handed over the letter of appointment to Air Vice Marshal Chaminda Wickremaratne at the Air Force Headquarters today and conveyed his best wishes to the newly appoi...

The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), presided over a meeting to address the issues related to the benefits and concessions of disabled veterans at the Disaster Management Centre on 11 December 2024. Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) also joined the Deputy Minister of Defence at the discussion. Additional Secretary - Defence, ...

Air Vice Marshal Suresh Noel Feranando RSP, MDS, MA (Sec Stu - USA), psc, bid adieu to the Sri Lanka Air Force today (17 December 2024), after completing more than 35 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 Marshal Fernando made an official farewell call on the Commander ...

The Sri Lanka Air Force Fire and Rescue Service conducted a comprehensive emergency evacuation drill at Lanka Hospitals Corporation PLC Narahenpita today (16 December 2024). It was the first-time implementation of the combined exercise with Ariel Ladder Platform Operations, Rope Rescue Operations, Breathing Apparatus Operations and High-Rise Building Rescue (HRBR) demonstration with the ...

The Change of Command at SLAF Base Vavuniya was held today (16 December 2024) where Air Commodore NK Thanippuliarachchi RWP, RSP and two Bars, USP, MSc (Def & Start Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), fawc (USA), psc handed over the command to Group Captain KADAC Kuruwita WV, WWV, RSP, USP, MMS (Mil Com), BSc (Def Stu) in Mgt, Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc, qhi. Group Captain KADAC Kuruwita previously h...

Air Commodore Vajira Senadheera of the SLAF successfully completed the National Defence Course (NDC) 2024 at the National Defence College in Mirpur, Bangladesh, from 10 January to 5 December 2024. The course was attended by 62 officers from the Bangladesh Armed Forces and 33 military officers representing 18 friendly foreign nations.As part of the course, participants also undertook the ...

The Sri Lanka Aviation Unit deployed in the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), is tasked with carrying out air operations in Sector East, the largest sector of the country, while undertaking a range of operational duties including troop transport, insertion and extraction , Air Patrol (with armed troops onboard), Qu...

The SLAF Women’s Judo Team clinched the overall championship at the 61st National Judo Championship 2024, marking a historic win after a decade. The championship was held from 13 to 14 December 2024 at the Sri Lanka Judo Association in Colombo 13, with the awards ceremony taking place at the same venue today (15 December 2024).The event witnessed the presence of the Chairman of SLAF Ju...

The Sri Lanka Air Force Christmas Carols - 2024 was held last night (13 December 2024) to spread the joy of the season with ‘Light of the World’. On the invitation of the Chairperson of the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Enoka Rajapaksa and the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, this glittery event was held under the gracious presence of Chairperson Seva Vanitha U...

The Graduation Ceremony of the No. 77 Junior Command and Staff Course was held today (13 December 2024) at the Junior Command and Staff College auditorium, SLAF Academy China Bay.  Graduation ceremony marked the end of 14 weeks extensive academic endeavor attended by 28 Officers from the Sri Lanka Air Force, one Officer from the Sri Lanka Navy, one Officer from the Indian Air Force ...

The Mastercard Sri Lanka Rugby League 2024/2025 kicked off today (13 December 2024). The Airmen commenced their season with the first match against CH&FC during their opening game at Air Force Rugby Grounds Rathmalana, with a stunning victory over the visitors with 36 points against 15 points at the final whistle.The Airmen were tied up with the visiting team at the halftime whistle ...

The Certificates and Badges Awarding Ceremony of No.47 Officers, No.07 Foreign Students No.63 Airmen, No.16 Airwomen and No.38 Navy Personnel Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Basic Courses was held today (13 December 2024) at the Parade ground SLAF Station Palavi. The Commanding officer of Sri Lanka Air Force Headquarters Sri Jayewardenepura, Air Commodore MPA Galappaththi graced the oc...

The Graduation Ceremony of the Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) Course No 18 was held at the Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre today (12 December 2024). The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General KP Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The Deputy Minister of Defence was welcomed by the Commandant of the DSCSC, Major General Kapila Dola...

The Sri Lanka Air Force formally inducted the novel Beechcraft King Air 350 today (12 December 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 High Commissioner of the Australian High Commission to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Paul Stephens and the Co...

The Commander’s Cup Challenge Trophy Football Tournament 2024, organized under the guidance of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, to showcase the sporting excellence of the tri-forces. The Sri Lanka Air Force hosted the Commanders Cup 2024 from 02 to 10 December 2024.The preliminary rounds of the tournament and the final matches took place at the Racecourse gr...