The No. 6 Helicopter Squadron at SLAF Base Anuradhapura celebrated its 33rd anniversary yesterday (15 March 2026) under the leadership of Air Commodore Pradeep Piyarathne. Established on 15 March 1993 at SLAF Base Katunayake with the induction of Mil Mi-17 helicopters, the squadron was subsequently relocated to SLAF Base Vavuniya on 29 April 1993 and later shifted to SLAF Base Anuradhapu...

The 09th Canoe Sprint National Championship was held from 12 to 14 March 2026 at the rowing venue with the participation of leading canoeing and kayaking athletes in the country. Athletes representing the SLAF recorded notable performances during the championship, securing several medals across different events.In the Open Women’s category, the SLAF Women’s team emerged as the Overal...

The SLAF Sports Fiesta 2026 was successfully concluded with the finals of Volleyball, Cricket and Netball and the awards ceremony held yesterday (13 March 2026) at SLAF Base Katunayake. The sporting event was organized in line with the 75th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force, bringing together personnel from various establishments of the SLAF to celebrate camaraderie, teamwork and th...

The Sri Lanka Air Force Excellence Awards 2025 was held at the Eagles’ Lagoon View Banquet Hall, Katunayake today (13 March 2026) under the patronage of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe. Outstanding performances of the Airmen and Airwomen within the Air Force were recognized and appreciated in order to motivate them to strive for continued excellence throug...

The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Training School at SLAF Station Palavi marked its 14th Anniversary on 12 March 2026 under the leadership of the Commanding Officer, Wing Commander Sudesh Pushpakumara.To mark the occasion, the Commanding Officer addressed the officers, instructors, student officers, trainees and other service personnel of the Training School, highlighting the activit...

The Change of Command at SLAF Base Vavuniya took place today (12 March 2026) with a traditional handing-over/taking-over parade. The Acting Base Commander, Group Captain UT Sampath, handed over command to Group Captain RMCJK Ratnayake RSP, USP, MSc (Mgt), MSc (Mil Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc, qfi.The new Base Commander, Group Captain Ratnayake, previously served as the Director Foreign A...

The No. 01 Information Technology Wing (No. 01 ITW) at SLAF Base Ratmalana marked its 13th anniversary today (11 March 2026) with a series of events organized to commemorate the occasion. The celebrations commenced with the customary working parade, which was reviewed by the Commanding Officer, Wing Commander EMIWR Ekanayake. in the presence of officers, other ranks and civilian staff of...

The SLAF Women’s Tape Ball Team emerged as Champions at the National Tape Ball Championship organized by the Sri Lanka Tape Ball Association.The championship was held on 08 and 09 March 2026 at the SLLDC Ground, Nawala, while the awards ceremony was conducted at the same venue on 09 March 2026.The awards ceremony was graced by General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Tape Ball Association, M...

The No. 2 Air Defence Radar Squadron at the SLAF Base Vavuniya celebrated its 20th anniversary yesterday (10 March 2026). The Squadron was originally established on 10 March 2006 with the introduction of the Indra MK II Radar System.The proceedings commenced with a parade inspected by the Commanding Officer, Wing Commander JAK Jayawickrama, followed by a friendly cricket tournament among...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe visited today (10 February 2026) the Colombo Central Bus Terminal, Pettah, to inspect the ongoing renovation works. This project is being implemented under the Clean Sri Lanka programme, which aims to enhance urban infrastructure and promote environmental cleanliness across the country.During the visit, the Air Force leadershi...

Appointment letters were presented to personnel selected for the posts of Mess Boy, Attendant and Cook in the Primary Non-Skilled and Semi-Skilled categories by the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe today (10 March 2026).A total of fifteen personnel serving at various establishments including SLAF Base Katunayake, SLAF Academy China Bay, SLAF Base Ratmalana, SLAF ...

The 11th Contingent of the Sri Aviation Unit deployed in the Central African Republic under MINUSCA proudly celebrated the 75th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force with a series of memorable and meaningful events.The celebrations commenced on 02 March 2026 with a Ceremonial Parade commanded by Wing Commander HMSM Hearath and inspected by the Contingent Commander, Group Captain Asiri P...

The Sri Lanka Air Force 75th Anniversary Exhibition and Air Show, held at SLAF Base Ratmalana from 06 to 08 March 2026, concluded successfully, drawing a large gathering of visitors during the three days it was open to the public.Organized to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force, the exhibition and air show provided the public with a rare opportunity to witness a w...

The International Military Sports Council (CISM) Day Run was flagged off today (07 March 2026) at the Galle Face Green - Colombo . The Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo graced the event as the Chief Guest while the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda and the Deputy Chief Staff of the Air Force, Air Vice Marshal Gihan Senevirathna took ...

His Excellency the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, graced the inauguration ceremony of the Sri Lanka Air Force 75th Anniversary Exhibition and Air Show held this afternoon (06 March 2026) at the Sri Lanka Air Force Base Ratmalana.Upon arrival at SLAF Base Ratmalana, the Commander-in-Chief wa...

The Junior Command and Staff College at SLAF Academy China Bay celebrated its 27th Anniversary on 01 March 2026, under the leadership of the Commanding Officer, Group Captain Tharanga Silva.As a part of the celebrations, the Commanding Officer delivered a customary address to all officers, student officers, other ranks and civilian staff. In line with the Anniversary celebrations, a Shra...

The Sri Lanka Air Force hosted its traditional reception in celebration of 75 years of distinguished and honorable service to the nation. This proud legacy has been built through the dedication, sacrifice and commitment of the sons and daughters of Sri Lanka, who have selflessly placed the country above all else. The celebration took place yesterday (03 March 2026) at the Eagles’ Lakes...

The SLAF ceremonially marked the 75th Anniversary with the awarding of the SLAF 75th Anniversary Commemorative Medal at Air Force Headquarters Sri Jayewardenepura today (03 March 2026).The Honourable Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, while the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyaconth...

The SLAF ceremonially launched the Third Edition of the Air and Space Power Doctrine yesterday (02 March 2026) at the Astra Cinema, SLAF Base Katunayake, during the Air Force Day celebrations. The first copy of the doctrine was handed over to the Commander of the SLAF, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, by Director General Planning, Air Vice Marshal Deshapriya Silva. The occasion was attende...

The Sri Lanka Air Force, established in 1951 as the Royal Ceylon Air Force, marked 75 years of safeguarding the skies above our beloved motherland, Sri Lanka, on a day such as today (02 March 2026). The official anniversary parade was held this morning at SLAF Base Katunayake under the auspices of the Commander of the Air Force, Bandu Edirisinghe. In line with the 75th Anniversary celebr...

The ‘Guwan Hamuda Papedi Sawariya 2026’, organized to mark the 75th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force, was held for the 27th consecutive time. The Men’s race took place from 27 February to 01 March 2026 in three stages. Cyclists from across the country, as well as international participants, competed in the event, covering a total distance of 411.5 km. Helal Jaber Abdulla Moha...