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...

No. 1 Flying Training Wing, SLAF Academy China Bay celebrated its 72nd anniversary yesterday (01 September 2023).The No. 1 Flying Training Wing was established as the first and only flying training institute of SLAF at Royal Ceylon Air Force Station, Katunayake in the same year that the Royal Ceylon Air Force was born. Being the ‘Cradle of Military Aviators’, the No. 1 Flying Trainin...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa conducted the annual Commander’s inspection at SLAF Station Palavi today (01 September 2023).The Commander reviewed the Guard of Honour and awarded certificates of Commendation to the following personnel for their meritorious contribution to the Jistation in particular and to the Air Force in general.Flight Sergeant  Jaya...

The Non-Commissioned Officers' Management School, SLAF Academy China Bay, celebrated its 23rd anniversary today (01 September 2023) by giving prominence to social, religious and recreational activities. The Non-Commissioned Officers' Management School, was established in the year 2000 with the primary aim to develop leadership qualities and managerial skills of the Non-Commissioned Offic...

Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) was honored with a Certificate of Recognition by the acting Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance (COPF), Hon. Wajira Abeywardana on 29 August 2023. This recognition was in appreciation of the SLAF's satisfactory level attempt made in the Evaluation Programme of the Committee on Public Accounts (COPA), held at the Parliament of Sri Lanka.The event witness...

The SLAF Men’s Carrom team clinched the Men’s Carrom Championship at the 12th Defence Services Games held on 29 and 30 August 2023, at SLNS Gemunu Welisara. The tournament took place in both men’s and women’s categories. The Men’s team emerged as the Men’s Champions, while the Women’s team became the Runner-Up in the Women’s category. Rear Admiral HS Balasooriya grac...

The SLAF Women’s Judo team emerged as the Overall Champions at the National Novices Judo Championship 2023, which took place at the National Sports Complex in Polonnaruwa from 27 August 2023 to 29 August 2023.The President of the Sri Lanka Judo Association, Wing Commander Manjula Prageeth Weerasinghe, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The Assistant Secretary of SLAF Judo, Wing Co...

The Change of Command at the Aircraft Spares Depot, SLAF Base Katunayake was held today (29 August 2023). The traditional Handing Over/ Taking Over parade was conducted at the Depot premises. The Commanding Officer, Group Captain BS DE S Weerawardena USP, BSc (Def Stu) handed over the command to Group Captain JAPS Jayawardena USP, MBA, MISMM.Group Captain Weerawardena bid a due to the Sr...