A dental clinic and oral health awareness programme was conducted by the Dental Section of SLAF Base Vavuniya for the benefits of children of the Tamil Central College, Vavuniya in association with Link Naturals Pvt Ltd on 11 March 2016. More than 600 children were attended for the dental screening programme and necessary children were directed for appropriate treatments....

The No. 02 Air Defence Radar Squadron celebrated their 10th Anniversary on 10th March 2016 giving prominence to social, religious and sports activities.No 2 ADRS was inaugurated on 10th March 2006 and possess the pride of their immense contribution to the National Air Defence Network. This is one of the first Air Defence Radar Squadrons established in Sri Lanka and played a key role in t...

Information Technology Wing SLAF Base Ratmalana celebrated their 3rd anniversary on 11th March 2016 giving prominence to social and religious activities.  A ‘Bodhi Pooja’ was organized on 10th March 2016 at Dharmashoka Maha Viharaya, Aththidiya to invoke blessings for all the serving personal of the Wing and their families and for its future endeavors.  Working parade was h...

Colonel Ardiansyah Muqsit, Military attaché of Indonesia called on the Commander of the Air Force Air Marshal Gagan Bulathsinghala at the Sri Lanka Air Force Headquarters on 11 March 2016. After a discussion on matters of mutual interest, Air Marshal Gagan Bulathsinghala and the visiting dignitary exchanged mementos to mark the occasion.  ...

A higher level delegation from United States paid a visit to the AFHQ and had a discussion with the Commander of the Air Force Air Marshal Gagan Bulathsinghala and a cross section of the Board of Management of SLAF yesterday(10 March 16) .The delegation had the discussions regarding the Defence Institution Reform Initiative (DIRI) programme which is managed by the Office of the U.S Secre...

The Press Conference for the Rotherham Circuit Meet 2016 was held this evening (10 March 2016) at the Air Force Headquarters Auditorium to launch the publicity campaign for the event that is scheduled on 20th March 2016.The Rotherham Circuit Meet organized by the Sri Lanka Air Force and Sri Lanka Auto Sports Drivers Association will be held at the SLAF Racing Track in Katukurunda for the...

The 9th National Scout Jamboree organized by the National Scout Association of Sri Lanka held at the Central College and Municipal Grounds of Jaffna from 20th to 26 Feb 2016 under the theme of “Friendship and Understanding”.Around 8000 Scouts from all over the country and from friendly countries participated at this event. This marks significant milestone in the history of National S...

 "Guwan Liya Rathriya"-A grand celebration to mark World Women's day was held at  the “Eagles Lagoon View” banquet hall at Katunayake on 09 March 2016.The programme started at 1800 hrs and unfolded with an array of entertainment programmes. One of the most attractive events, the “fashion show” mesmerized the audience.Chairperson of SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit Mrs. Samanthi&n...

The Poison-free Agricultural Educational Trade Exhibition at the BMICH which was organized under the “Toxin Free Nation” program yesterday declared opened. This Three-Year National Program named “A Wholesome Agriculture – A Healthy Populace – A Toxin Free Nation” has been initiated with the intention of preventing the use of highly toxic agrochemicals in farming sector. SLAF,...

Sri Lanka Air Force Station Colombo emerged overall champions whilst SLAF Combat Training School Diyathalawa became runner up in the Annual Road race-2016, which was organized by the Sri Lanka Air Force Sports Council this morning (05 March 2016).Over 300 participants inclusive of Officers, Airmen and Airwomen from various age groups representing the Air Force Academy, all Bases and Stat...

A Counselling Programme on “Building Family Relationship and Understanding Child Mental & Behavioural Conditions” was organized and conducted by the Seva Vanitha Unit at SLAF Station Sigiriya on the 04th March 2016.This programme was conducted to improve the mental health of family members of service personnel under the guidance of the Commanding Officer Group Captain Harsha Jaya...

The Annual Pirith Chanting and Almsgiving ceremony at SLAF Station Palavi was conducted under the patronage of the Commanding Officer Wing Commander Roshan Gunawardena on 03rd and 04th March 2016. This is one of the parallel event conducted to commemorate the 65th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force, to mark the 04th  Anniversary of the EOD School Relocation and to invoke blessin...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Gagan Bulathsinghala, conducted the AOCs Inspection of SLAF Station Palaly on 04 March 2016.The Commander was received by the Commanding Officer, Wing Commander GSN Priyadarshana, and was accorded a guard of honour. During the course of the inspection the Commander visited all areas of the station.On conclusion of the annual inspect...

The Sri Lanka Air Force Excellence Awards 2015 was held at the ‘Eagles’ Lagoon View’ Banquet Hall at Katunayake on 03 March 2016 with the participation of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Gagan Bulathsinghala.  This annual event is held to recognize and appreciate meritorious work of the men and women of the Air Force and to motivate them to strive for continued exc...

Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Bryce Hutchesson called on the Commander of the Air Force Air Marshal Gagan Bulathsinghala at the Sri Lanka Air Force Headquarters on 03 February 2016.After a discussion on matters of mutual interest, Air Marshal Gagan Bulathsinghala and the visiting dignitary exchanged mementos to mark the occasion....

A reception to mark the 65th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force was held at the Eagle’s Lakeside Banquet and Convention Hall, Attidiya, yesterday. A distinguished gathering of public servants, diplomats, senior officers of the Army, Navy and the Police joined with past commanders of the Air Force, senior Air Force officers both retired and serving, senior warrant officers, senior n...

The 65th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force was celebrated on 02 March 2016 by all SLAF establishments.The Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Marshal Gagan Bulathsinghala, addressed the parade held at AFHQ premises and extended his best wishes to all members of the Air Force on it's 65th Anniversary. The Commander  thanked all members past and present and their families f...

The Special Entertainment Programme  organized to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force was held at Independence Square this evening (01 March  2016)This colourful evening comprised of a drill display by the SLAF Colour Wing, Western and Eastern dancing performances of the SLAF dancers, music by the SLAF Military Band, SLAF Cultural Band and a special perfor...

The third variety show organized by the Sri Lanka Air Force Station Koggala was held at Galle Football ground   on 28 February 2016 to celebrate the 65th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force. The show was made possible by the patronage of eminent personalities of the area and participation of the large gathering of the civil community.The show was made colourful by the d...

The Air Force 11th Open Squash Championship was held from  23 February 2016  with the participation of 300 participants and successfully concluded this evening (29 February 2016 ) at the Sri Lanka Air Force Squash Complex, Ratmalana.Ravindu Laksiri of Sri Lanka Air Force and Mihilya Methsarani of Srimawo Girl’s School Colombo won the Men’s and Women’s Open Championships r...

The variety show organised by the Sri Lanka Air Force Academy China Bay was held at Ehamparam Grounds Trincomalee, on 26 February 2016 to celebrate the 65th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force. The show was made possible by the patronage of eminent personalities of the area and participation of the large gathering of the civil community.The show was made colourful by the dog show...