The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa conducted the annual Commander's inspection at SLAF Station Mirigama today (15 September 2023).During the course of the inspection, the Commander visited station Headquarters, the Air Defence Command and Control Centre, the Officer’s Mess, and all other areas of the station, followed by an All Ranks Lunch at the Airmen's Mess....

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, concluded the Commander’s Inspection at SLAF Trade Training School, Ekala yesterday (14 September 2023).The Commander reviewed the Commander's Inspection Parade, which was commanded by the Commanding Officer of SLAF Trade Training School Ekala, who is also the Director Trade Training of SLAF, Group Captain Uditha Piyasena.&nb...

Air Vice Marshal Roshan Biyanwila, VSV, USP, MBA (UK), ndc (Ind), psc, bid adieu to the Sri Lanka Air Force  yesterday (14th of September 2023)  after 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 Biyanwila made an official farewell call on the C...

The High Commissioner of New Zealand to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Michael Appleton called on the Commander of Air force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa today (13 September 2023).A cordial discussion was held between the Commander and visiting High Commissioner on matters of bilateral importance after which official plaques were exchanged to mark the occasion.  ...

Newly appointed Vice Chancellor of Kotelawala Defence University, Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara called on the Commander of Air force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa this morning (12 September 2023).The Vice Chancellor was received by the Commanding Officer of SLAF Station Colombo, Air Commodore Suresh Fernando.After the cordial discussions, official plaques were exchanged between the Commande...

SLAF Station Iranamadu executed a series of Special Community Service initiatives yesterday (10 September 2023) with the primary objectives of enhancing educational standards among local children, promoting civil-military cooperation and fostering social harmony within the surrounding village communities. These initiatives encompassed the distribution of essential supplies, including sch...

Newly appointed Director General Civil Security Department, Air Vice Marshal RS Biyanwila called on the Commander of Air force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa this morning (11 September 2023).The Director General was received by the Acting Commanding Officer of SLAF Station Colombo, Group Captain Mangala Seneviratne and the Guard of Honour was conferred by the Colour Wing of SLAF.After the ...

The Change of Command of SLAF Station Koggala was conducted yesterday (08 September 2023). The traditional Handing over / Taking over parade took place at the station parade ground where the outgoing Commanding Officer, Group Captain RMT Rajapaksha USP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), MBA (Log Mgt), Pg Dip (Def Mgt) psc handed over the Command to Group Captain CJ Godakanda USP, BA (Def Stu), ...

The Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Mizukoshi Hideaki, called on the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa at the Air Force Headquarters today (08 September 2023).After the cordial discussion on matters of mutual interest, Air Marshal Rajapaksa and the visiting dignitary exchanged mementos to mark the occasion.The occasion was attended by the Defence an...

The Inter Unit Cricket Men’s and Women’s Championships 2023 concluded yesterday (07 Sep 23) at SLAF Base Katunayake. The Director General Construction Engineering, Air Vice Marshal HWMU Wijesinghe, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.SLAF Station Colombo secured the Men’s Championship whilst the SLAF Base Katunayake claimed the Women’s Championship. In the Men’s finals, SLAF...

The Inter Unit Taekwondo Championship 2023 was conducted on 04 and 06 September 2023 and the Awarding Ceremony was held at the indoor gymnasium at SLAF Base Katunayake with the graceful presence of the Director General Administration, Air Vice Marshal KMK Keppetipola, as the Chief Guest.SLAF Base Vavuniya claimed the Championship in Men’s while SLAF Station Colombo secured the Champion...

In the ever-evolving landscape of media and communication, the role of imagery and videography has become paramount. Whether it's capturing historic moments, showcasing achievements, or telling compelling stories, the art of visual storytelling is an indispensable tool. Recognizing this, the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) organized a workshop on Mirrorless Camera and Video Camera Technology,...

The Change of Command at the Junior Command and Staff College SLAF Academy China Bay was held on  04 September 2023. The Handing Over/ Taking Over took place at the Office of the Commandant of SLAF Academy China Bay. The Commandant of SLAF Academy China Bay, the Acting Commanding Officer, Air Commodore NHDN Dias WWV and Bar, RSP and Bar, USP, MDS, Pg Dip (IR), psc, qhi han...

The No. 01 Supply and Maintenance Depot at SLAF Base Katunayake celebrates its 72nd anniversary yesterday (04 September 2023). The Formation Day celebration commenced with the customary working parade and the Commanding Officer, Group Captain NP Meragalage addressed all officers, airmen airwomen and civil staff of the Depot.In line with the anniversary celebration, a Dharma Sermon was he...

In a ceremony that exuded pride, tradition and honour, Parakrama Maha Vidyalaya, Gampaha, paid a profound tribute to one of its illustrious alumni, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, who was recently appointed as the 19th Commander of the Air Force. The special assembly, held at the college premises yesterday (04 September 2023), displayed a magnificent pageantry, with current students and sta...

The Change of Command at No. 9 Attack Helicopter Squadron was held today (04 September 2023). Wing Commander RMAU Ratnayake RWP, RSP, USP, BSc (Def Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc handed over the command to Wing Commander PS Liyanarachchi RWP, RSP and four Bars, USP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), BSc (Def Stu), Pg Dip (Con & Pea Stu), pscThe new Commanding Officer, Wing Commander PS Liyanar...

The Change of Command at No. 7 Helicopter Squadron, SlAF Base Hingurakgoda, took place today (04 September 2023). The traditional Handing Over/Taking Over parade was held at No. 7 Squadron premises. The outgoing Commanding Officer, Wing Commander VRS Vidanapathirana RSP and Bar, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), BSc (Def Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc handed over the command to Wing Commander RMAU...

A significant event unfolded at the Combat Training School in Diyatalawa on 01 September 2023 as the Student Officers of No. 77 Direct Entry Student Officers Course were commissioned. Air Vice Marshal VB Edirisinghe, the Director General Air Operations, presided over the parade as the Chief Guest. Wing Commander WAPM Wickramaarchchi, Officer Commanding Training of the Combat Training Sch...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, conducted the Annual Commander’s Inspection at SLAF Station Bandaranaike International Airport Katunayake yesterday (01 September 2023). The Commander was received by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain Nishantha Priyadarshana.During the course of the inspection, the commander visited Station Headquarters, No. 31 Regt Wing,...

No. 2 Heavy Transport Squadron at SLAF Base Katunayake marked a noteworthy milestone, celebrating its 66th anniversary yesterday (01 September 2023). The Squadron was established on 01 September 1957, at Sri Lanka Air Force Base Katunayake under the command of Flight Lieutenant PH Mendis. The present Commander of Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Marshal RAUP Rajapaksa served as a Commanding Offi...

SLAF Base Katunayake celebrated its 72nd Anniversary yesterday (01 September 2023). The formation day celebration commenced with the customary working parade and an address by the Base Commander, Air Commodore SDGM Silva to all officers, airmen and civil staff of the Base. In line with the anniversary celebrations, a Blood Donation programme was conducted on 11 August 2023 and appro...