The 11th Sri Lanka Air Force Aviation Contingent assigned to the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) departed Sri Lanka this morning (21 January 2026). The Contingent consists of 22 officers, including two lady officers and 88 airmen, including five airwomen, and is commanded by Group Captain Asiri Pathirage. The personnel represent the full rang...

The opening ceremony of the School of Allied Health Sciences at SLAF Base Katunayke was held today (20 January 2026) under the auspices of Director General Health Services, Air Vice Marshal (Dr.) Lalith Jayaweera. This marks a significant step towards strengthening the medical and paramedical training capabilities of the Tri Services. The establishment of this school addresses a critical...

A 15-member delegation from the Army Command and Staff College – Nepal visited Air Force Headquarters today (19 January 2026). The delegation was headed by Brigadier General Purna Bahadur Khatri.The head of the delegation, Brigadier General Purna Bahadur Khatri, along with a few members, called on the Director General of Air Operations, Air Vice Marshal Dhammika Dias, on behalf of the ...

No. 33 Land Based Air Defence Wing of the Sri Lanka Air Force, based at SLAF Base Anuradhapura, celebrated its 15th Anniversary yesterday (17 January 2026).The Wing is presently commanded by Squadron Leader Chathura Pattiwila and consists of four Land Based Air Defence Squadrons and three Land Based Air Defence Flights deployed at SLAF Base Anuradhapura, SLAF Base Hingurakgoda, SLAF Acad...

The Sri Lanka National Weightlifting Championship 2025, organized by the Sri Lanka Weightlifting Federation, was held at the Torrington Indoor Stadium from 17 to 18 January 2026.The Sri Lanka Air Force Women’s Weightlifting Team secured the ‘Overall Women’s Championship Title’, recording a successful performance at the national-level competition. The championship brought together...

The Change of Command of No. 6 Helicopter Squadron at SLAF Base Anuradhapura was held yesterday (17 January 2026), marked by the traditional Taking Over Parade conducted at the Squadron premises.Wing Commander A Fernandopulle RSP and Bar, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc officially assumed duties as the new Commanding Officer of No. 6 Helicopter Squadron.Prior to the appo...

A one-day Karate training programme organized for SLAF Karate players was held at the SLAF Health Management Centre, Thummulla, with the participation of Karate instructors from Japan.The programme was conducted in collaboration with the International Winners Sports Karate Association Sri Lanka (IWSKAS) with the aim of improving the technical proficiency and competition preparedness of S...

The Certificate and Badge Awarding Ceremony of the No. 49 Officers’, No. 10 Lady Officers’, No. 65 Airmen’s, No. 18 Airwomen’s and No. 40 Navy Personnel Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Basic Courses was held today (14 January 2026) at SLAF Station Palavi. The ceremony marked the successful completion of intensive training by 25 personnel from the Sri Lanka Air Force and Sri Lan...

SLAF Station Koggala successfully conducted a Leadership Programme today (14 January 2026) for Wallethota Sugathananda Maha Vidyalaya, Koggala, with the participation of 34 prefects and three teachers. The programme was organized under the guidance of the Commanding Officer, Group Captain Priyadarshana Hettiarachchi, at the Station premises.The day’s activities were specially curated t...

No. 3 Maritime Squadron, based at SLAF Academy China Bay, proudly celebrated its 7th anniversary on 11 January 2026 since its re-establishment, marking 29 years of dedicated operational service to the nation.The Squadron plays a vital role in safeguarding the sovereignty of Sri Lanka through a wide spectrum of missions, including Maritime Surveillance and Reconnaissance, Search and Rescu...

The 13th Defence Services Games 2025 concluded today (12 January 2026) with the closing ceremony held at the Sri Lanka Army Indoor Stadium, Panagoda. The event was organized by the Sri Lanka Army and marked the successful completion of a major sporting programme involving the tri-forces.The ceremony was held under the patronage of the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayas...

The Change of Command of the Sri Lanka Air Force Hospital Colombo took place today(12 January 2026), marking the appointment of a new Commanding Officer.The traditional Handing Over/Taking Over Parade was held at the hospital premises with due military protocol. During the ceremony, the outgoing Commanding Officer, Group Captain TVSS Alwis USP, MBBS (Sri Lanka), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), Dip (Av...

The Sri Lanka Air Force, in collaboration with Eagles’ Golf Links and Courses, successfully concluded the fourth edition of the Eagles' Monsoon Cup Golf Tournament today (11 January 2026) amidst the picturesque backdrop of China Bay, near the harbour city of Trincomalee. Adding to the prestige of the occasion, Aviyana Ceylon Resorts sponsored the tournament, enhancing its grandeur and ...

Air Force SC recorded their fourth victory of the SLR–Maliban Club Rugby League 2025/26 season by defeating Sri Lions SC 39–18 in a Week 9 encounter at Longdon Place today (10 January 2026). The Airmen led 17–8 at half-time and went on to score seven tries, converting two, to claim full bonus points. Sri Lions SC responded with three unconverted tries and a penalty.The match saw ho...

The Change of Command of the Welfare Project Unit, SLAF Base Ratmalana, took place on 08 January 2026. The traditional handing over/taking over parade was held at the Welfare Project Unit premises, during which the outgoing Commanding Officer, Group Captain KHMSS Bandara, RSP, USP, Pg Dip (Def Mgt), formally handed over command to Wing Commander MWSM Thilakarathne, USP, MSc (Def & St...

A special donation programme was held yesterday (08 January 2026) at SLAF Headquarters, during which two commode wheelchairs were donated to the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit by Mrs. Dilma Ranathunga and her family, with the participation of Mr. Malith Sumanasekara.The event was conducted with the gracious presence of the Chairperson of the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Krishnathi Edirisinghe, w...

The Commandant of the Defence Services Command and Staff College, Major General KW Jayaweera called on the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe today (09 January 2026) at Air Force Headquarters.The visiting Commandant and the Commander discussed matters of mutual interest, following which mementoes were exchanged....

SLAF Station Piduruthalagala celebrated its 16th Anniversary on 05 January 2026. The day’s proceedings commenced with the customary Working Parade, followed by a series of events including community service projects and recreational activities, organized under the guidance of the Commanding Officer, SLAF Station Piduruthalagala, Group Captain Chinthaka Jayasundara, together with all of...

The Change of Command of SLAF Regimental Training Centre (RTC) Ampara was held today (08 January 2026). The Acting Commanding Officer, Wing Commander BP Widanapathirane USP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), psc. handed over the command to Group Captain PS Alexander USP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), Pg Dip (IR), Justice of Peace, pscThe new Commanding Officer, Group Captain Alex...

The 59th Inter-Unit Athletic Championship – 2025 of the Sri Lanka Air Force was successfully conducted at SLAF Base Katunayake on 06 and 07 January 2026, in an atmosphere of discipline, professionalism, and competitive excellence.The Awarding Ceremony was honored by the presence of the Chief of Staff of the SLAF, Air Vice Marshal Lasitha Sumanaweera, who graced the occasion as the Chie...

No. 01 Leisure and Recreation (L&R) Wing of the SLAF Academy China Bay, marked its 14th Anniversary today (07 January 2026) with a series of social and recreational activities, organized under the guidance of the Commanding Officer, Group Captain Prageeth Samadasa. The celebrations were attended by all officers, airmen and civilian staff of the Wing. The anniversary programme co...