The third episode of a motivational drive for SLAF sportsmen and women in the sports disciplines of Aquatics and Hokey was organized under the guidance of the Chairman Defence Services Sports Board and Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana, today (31 May 2023) at the Main Auditorium, SLAF Trade Training School Ekala. The particular full-day programme was conducted ...

The Directorate of Health commenced an NVQ Level 3 Caregiver Course at SLAF Hospital Katunayaka for retiring SLAF service personnel in order to expand their vocational qualifications and make them competent for foreign employment opportunities. SLAF Hospital Katunayaka is accredited under the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission as a training centre to offer National Vocational Q...

SLAF Hospital Katunayake conducted a series of health clinics and screening programmes for the family members of service personnel and civilians under the supervision of Director General Health Services, Air Vice Marshal (Dr.) Lalith Jayaweera. The programme was implemented collaboratively with the support of the Medical Officer of Health Office in Gampaha and the District Ge...

The Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force and the incumbent President of the Defence Services Sports Board, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana, was conferred with the distinguished honour of the “Officer” title in the Order of Merit by the Conseil International du Sport Militaire (CISM), also known as the International Military Sports Council. The event took place at the Ministry of Def...

Defence Advisor of United Kingdom of Great Britain, Colonel Darren Woods called on the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana at the Air Force Headquarters today (29 May 2023).The outgoing Defence Advisor, Colonel Paul Clayton also made his farewell call on to Commander of the Air Force and expressed his gratitude to Commander for all the cooperation extended during...

The Defence Attaché of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Sri Lanka, Senior Colonel Zhou Bo, called on the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana, today (29 May 2023) at Air Force Headquarters. The Deputy Defence Attaché, Colonel Gao Bin, also attended the occasion. The visiting Defence Advisors and the Commander discussed matters of mutual in...

In accordance with the objective of enhancing coconut cultivation in the country, an initiative known as the "Guwan Kapruka" programme has been launched under the guidance of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana and the dedication of the Command Agro Unit at SLAF Base Katunayake.The primary goal of this commendable endeavour is to plant 50,000 coconut seedling...

The Seva Vanitha Unit of SLAF Station Bandaranaike International Airport successfully carried out a commendable project on 26th May 2023, wherein much-needed medicines valued at Rs. 0.55 million were donated to Apeksha Hospital, Maharagama. This significant contribution was made possible through the combined efforts and generosity of all officers and other ranks stationed at SLAF Station...

At the request of the Directorate of Ground Operations, the Directorate of Health Services conducted a comprehensive 16-day counselling familiarization programme at SLAF Hospital Katunayake from 10 May to 26 May 2023. The workshop was attended by a group of 24 Senior Non-Commissioned Officers and Junior Non-Commissioned Officers from various establishments of the SLAF, representing the O...

The Regiment Special Forces Training School (RSFTS) at SLAF Station Morawewa conducted the No. 66 Quick Reaction Team Training Course for 38 Operations Ground personnel, including a foreign trainee, Captain Andrew Munengo from the Zambian Air Force, from 25 April 2023 to 25 May 2023. The Regiment Special Forces Training School is the prime training institute for specialized training rela...

The 55th phase of the 'Guwan Mithudam' project concluded successfully yesterday (25 May 2023), at the Arklow Children's Home in the Gampaha District. The project was carried out under the guidance of Mrs. Charmini Pathirana, the Chairperson of the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit, by SLAF Base Katunayake.The Arklow Children's Home provides shelter for approximately 26 children of varying ages. In ...

The Directorate of Media successfully organized a blood donation programme on 22 May 2023 at Apeksha Hospital – Maharagama, demonstrating the spirit of solidarity and compassion of the service and civil personnel at the Directorate. This remarkable initiative aimed to contribute towards saving the lives of those in need, reflecting the directorate's commitment to serving the community....

SLAF Hospital Colombo commenced the "Healthy Life Centre" and successfully conducted a special medical screening programme this morning (25 May 2023) under the guidance of Director General Health Services, Air Vice Marshal (Dr.) Lalith Jayaweera, with the assistance of the Regional Director of Health Service Office Western Province and Child and Maternity Health Unit Colombo Municipal Co...

The second phase of the "Guwan Gunadam" project completed under the guidance of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana and the Chairperson of the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Charmini Pathirana, in view of uplifting the living standards of the civil employees who are serving in Sri Lanka Air Force establishments.  All SLAF establishments were given an equal...

The passing out parade and certificate award ceremony of the Firefighter Advanced Trade Training Course were held at the Fire School and Fire Tender Maintenance Squadron of SLAF Base Katunayake yesterday (24 May 2023). The Chief Fire Officer, Group Captain Sanjaya Vithana, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and the certificate awarding ceremony was followed by the firefighting demons...

The No.05 Air Defence Radar Squadron at SLAF Station Palavi celebrated its 16th Anniversary yesterday (24 May 2023). The celebration commenced with the customary working parade, which was reviewed by the Commanding Officer, Wing Commander Upul Dharmapala.Parallel to the anniversary celebration, a Shramadana campaign at the Children’s Home in Puttalam district was conducted on 23 May 20...

The Inter Unit Kabaddi Championship 2023 was held at the Gymnasium at SLAF Base Katunayake yesterday (24 May 2023). The awarding ceremony took place at the same venue with the graceful presence of the Director General General Engineering, Air Vice Marshal KGDN Jayasinghe, as the Chief Guest.Both the Men’s and Women’s Championships were secured by SLAF Station Colombo. SLAF Base Hingu...

The Japan-Sri Lanka Friendship Association made a significant contribution to the Sigiriya community today (24 May 2023), solidifying its presence and commitment to fostering bilateral relations. The initiative carried out with the approval of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana and under the supervision of Commanding Officer of SLAF Station Sigiriya, Group C...

The Air Force men's rugby team achieved yet another remarkable triumph following the successful movement in the A Division Rugby League in 2023, where they were achieved the Plate Championship. Displaying exceptional skill and resilience, added a new title by securing consecutive victories against Army SC and Navy SC during the defense services rugby tournament held at Ratmalana Rugby Gr...

The Japan-Lanka Friendship Association, with the generous support of Mr. Goto Hideaki and the crew, handed over two sky ladders and a fire engine, along with 13 scholarships for school children of SLAF serving personnel and a consignment of reading spectacles, to the Sri Lanka Air Force yesterday (22 May 2023) in a ceremonial procession at Air Force Headquarters. The delegation officiall...

The National Beach Volleyball Championship 2023 took place at Negombo Beach Park from 19 May to 21 May 2023. In an exhilarating final, the SLAF Women's Beach Volleyball team emerged victorious by defeating the Sri Lanka Navy team with a convincing score of 2 sets to 0, with set scores of 21-06 and 21-11. Similarly, the SLAF Men's team showcased the exceptional skills, securing a well-des...