The High Commissioner for Australia in Sri Lanka, His Excellency Bryce Hutchesson called on the Commander of the Air Force Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy at the Sri Lanka Air Force Headquarters today (04 October  2016).After a discussion on matters of mutual interest, the Commander of the Air Force and the visiting dignitary exchanged mementos to mark the occasion....

The Pre School at SLAF Station Colombo celebrated World Children’s Day on 04 October 2016. The occasion was graced by Mrs Nishamani Gunaratne, who, together with the Spouses of the members of the Air Force Board of Management, distributed gift packs which included essential items needed by the children. Director Welfare Air Vice Marshal KFR Fernando , Commanding Officer of SLAF Station...

Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy, paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Regional Development, Hon. Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka, at the ministry premises today ( 03 October 2016).The occasion being the Commander’s first official call on the Hon. Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka upon assuming command of the Sri Lanka Air Force as its 16th Commander, mementoes were...

The certificate awarding ceremony of No. 67th Non Commissioned Officers’ Management Course was held at Astra Multifunctional Hall of the Sri Lanka Air Force Academy China Bay on 30 September 2016. Command Recruiting Officer, Air Commodore DJC Weerakoon graced the ceremony as the Chief Guest and the Commandant of the Sri Lanka Air Force Academy China Bay Air Cdre PDKT Jayasinghe also wi...

In commemoration of World Children’s Day, a special programme for children was held on 01 October 2016 at the Air Force Museum at Ratmalana, under the distinguished patronage of Commander of the Air Force, Air marshal Kapila Jayampathy and the Chairperson of the  SLAF SVU Mrs. Anoma Jayampathy.More than 250 children attended this event organized by the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit. A nu...

Sri Lanka Air Force Fire Fighters carried out a Fire Evacuation drill at Lanka Hospitals today (30 September 2016). During the demonstration the SLAF firemen demonstrated several rescue tactics such as Aerial rope rescue and operating and using of ‘Jumping Sheet’ which was placed on the ground. 37 SLAF personnel participated in the Fire Evacuation Drill.  Squadron Leader He...

A fully fledged outlet of “The Clippers” was declared open by the Chairperson of the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Anoma Jayampathy at SLAF TTS Ekala this morning (30 September 2016). This Salon is intended to provide beauty culture services to the ladies of SLAF TTS Ekala. The Commanding Officer SLAF TTS Ekala, Group Captain MJR Perera, Officers and Other Ranks together with mem...

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Air Chief Marshal Kolitha Gunatilleke called on the Commander of the Air Force Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy at the Sri Lanka Air Force Headquarters today (30 September  2016).The Chief of Defence Staff was received upon arrival by the Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy and was accorded a street lining  by the SLA...

Nalanda College  Colombo paid its highest tribute to the newly appointed Air Force Commander,  its alumni Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy, at college premises today (30 September 2016) at a special assembly, in keeping with Nalanda College tradition of recognizing those who have achieved the highest degree of recognition and achievement in society.The ceremony showcased an impres...

Sri Lanka Air Force Station Colombo won the Championship whilst SLAF Station Vanni became runner up at the Inter Unit Badminton Championship 2016 which was concluded on 29th Sep 2016. The Championship was held at the Indoor Stadium of the SLAF Health Management Centre (HMC) Thummulla from 26th to 29th Sep 2016 a large number of participants representing all SLAF establishments.Squadron L...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy, paid homage to the Sacred Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, Anuradhapura on 29 September 2016 seeking blessings on his new appointment.The Commander also worshiped Ruwanweli Seya and called on the Chief Incumbent of Ruwanweli Maha Seya Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana Nayaka Thero.Air Marshal Jayampathy was accompanied by his family members and...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy, paid homage to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, Kandy on 29th September 2016 seeking blessings on his new appointment. Prior to his visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, he called on the Chief Incumbent of the Asgiriya Chapter, Most Venerable Warakagoda Gnanarathana Thero. Afterwards, he called on Chief Incumbent of th...

Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy, paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister, Hon. Ranil Wickramasinghe, at Temple Trees today ( 28 September 2016).The occasion being the Commander’s first official call on the Prime Minister upon assuming command of the Sri Lanka Air Force as its 16th Commander, mementoes were exchanged between the Prime Minister and the Comman...

Fifteen SLAF Taekwondo players including two officials participated at the 10th CK Classic International Open Taekwondo Championship 2016, in Malaysia. This is the first instant that a SLAF Taekwondo team participated at an international event since Taekwondo was established in the SLAF in 2011. The championship was held from 23 Sep 16 to 25 Sep 16, at Stadium Badminton Cheras, Kuala Lum...

The High Commissioner of Canada in Sri Lanka, Her Excellency Shelley Whiting called on the Commander of the Air Force Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy at the Sri Lanka Air Force Headquarters today (27 September  2016).After a discussion on matters of mutual interest, the Commander of the Air Force and the visiting dignitary exchanged mementos to mark the occasion....

The SLAF Karate players who represented Sri Lanka at the 3rd South Asian Karate Championship 2016 in New Delhi, India bagged two (02) gold medals, two (02) silver medals and five (05) bronze medals. The Championship was held from 22th to 26th September 2016. ...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy, conducted the annual AOC's inspection at SLAF Base Ratmalana today (26 September 2016). The Commander reviewed the AOC’s parade, commanded by the Base Commander, Air Commodore Sudarshana Pathirana. Certificates of commendation were awarded during the parade for meritorious contributions to the Base in particular and to the ...

No 7 Helicopter Squadron celebrated its 22nd Anniversary on 23 September 2016, Friday at SLAF Base Hingurakgoda.Marking the occasion, a parade was held at the base parade square which was reviewed by Wing Commander Nipuna Thanippuliarachchi, the Commanding Officer of No 7 Squadron.Addressing the troops, the Commanding Officer expressed his sincere thanks for the contribution they make to...

A Dharma Deshana   programme presided over by Udawalawe Senasanapathi  Venerable Gurudeniya Dhamma Kovida  Thero, was held at SLAF Headquarters on 22nd September  2016. The Commander of the Air Force Air Marshal Kapila Jaympathy, members from the Air Force Board of Management, senior officers, other ranks and civilians participated in the programme....

The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Mr. Chang Won-sam called on the Commander of the Air Force Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy at the Sri Lanka Air Force Headquarters today (22 September  2016).After a discussion on matters of mutual interest, the Commander of the Air Force and the visiting dignitary exchanged mementos to mark the occasion. ...

The Defence Attaché of India, Captain Prakash Gopalan, paid a visit to Air Force Headquarters today(22 September  2016) and met with Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy.Official plaques were exchanged between the visitor and the Commander of the Air Force to mark the occasion. ...