The Sri Lanka Aviation Unit in Bria, serving under the United Nations mandate in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), has received high praise and official commendation for the successful execution of a high-risk Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) mission on 14 June 2025. Further, another commendation received to the unit, headed by the 10th Aviation Contingent Commander, Group Captain Udi...

The SLAF Women’s Hockey Team emerged champions at the “Nijabima Satan” 9-a-side Hockey Tournament, organized by the Past Pupils’ Association of Vijaya College, Matale and held today (17 August 2025) at the Nandimithra Ekanayake International Hockey Ground, Matale.In a thrilling final encounter, the SLAF Women’s Team displayed outstanding skill and determination to defeat the SL...

The Certificate Awarding Ceremony of No. 26 English Medium and No. 97 Sinhala Medium Non-Commissioned Officers' Management Courses was held on  yesterday  (15 August 2025) at the SLAF Academy China Bay under the patronage of the Director General General Engineering, Air Vice Marshal Indika Wickrmasinghe as the Chief Guest and Vice Chancellor, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, D...

The Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Sri Lanka and Maldives, Her Excellency Dewi Gustina Tubing, called on the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe at the Air Force Headquarters today (15 August 2025). After the cordial discussion on matters of mutual interest, Air Marshal Edirisinghe and the visiting dignitaries exchanged mementos to mark the occasion...

The Inter Unit Tug of War Championship 2025 was held on 13 and 14 August 2025, at SLAF Base Katunayake. The awarding ceremony took place at the Hospital Sports Ground in Katunayake yesterday (14 August 2025) with the gracious presence of Director General Electronics & Computer Engineering, Air Vice Marshal Asitha Hettiarachchi, as the Chief Guest.The Men’s title was claimed by 26 R...

The delegation from the British High Commission in Sri Lanka, called on the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe at Air Force Headquarters today (13 August 2025). The delegation was made up by Outgoing  Defence Advisor, Colonel Darren Woods and the newly appointed  Defence Advisor, Colonel Keith Miles.During the cordial discussion that ensued, the Commander...

Aircraftman Tharanga PR made history at the 2025 World Athletic Continental Tournament held in Bhubaneswar, India, clinching the Gold Medal in the Javelin Throw with a stunning distance of 86.50m, setting a brand-new National Record.This remarkable achievement not only brought glory to Sri Lanka but also secured Tharanga’s qualification for the prestigious World Athletics Championships...

The Graduation Ceremony of the No. 79 Junior Command and Staff Course was held today (11 August 2025) at the auditorium of the Junior Command and Staff College, SLAF Academy China Bay. The event marked the successful conclusion of a comprehensive 14 weeks academic programme, attended by 29 Officers from the Sri Lanka Air Force and one Officer from the Sri Lanka Navy and One Officer from ...

The Helicopter Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE) programme among the SLAF, the Montana National Guard and the United States Cost Guard was successfully concluded at SLAF Base Ratmalana and Katunayake.The programme was conducted by the SLAF from 4 to 8 August 2025, with the participation of aviation professionals from both forces. The opening ceremony was held with the distinguished p...

The SLAF conducted a conference yesterday (07 August 2025) at Air Force Headquarters, led by the Command Master Warrant Officer, Master Warrant Officer M Damith. The event brought together Master Warrant Officers, Warrant Officers from Academy, Bases and Stations, as well as senior Airwomen from various Air Force establishments. The conference was aimed at enhancing the knowledge and per...

The 53rd Inter Unit Swimming Championship 2025, organized by the SLAF Aquatic Sports Team, was successfully held from 05 to 07 August 2025 at the Aquatic Sports Complex, SLAF Base Ratmalana, with the participation of students from guest schools, including St. John’s College - Nugegoda, Prince of Wales - Moratuwa, Anula Vidyalaya - Nugegoda, Viharamahadevi Balika Vidyalaya – Kiribathg...

An awareness lecture on ‘Domestic Violence and Child Safety’ was organized by the Welfare Committee of SLAF Station Mirigama on 05 August 2025. The event was held under the directives of the Director General Welfare, Air Vice Marshal Rajinth Jayawardene and under the supervision of the Commanding Officer of SLAF Station Mirigama, Group Captain MHMTCK Bandara.The lecture was conducted...

The Sri Lanka Air Force Sports Division conducted a one-day workshop titled ‘Sport Physiology, Training Principles and Sports Ethics’ yesterday (06 August 2025) at Air Force Headquarters. The event was attended by over 140 participants, including Physical Training Instructors, sports pool players, masseurs and trainers. The objective of the workshop was to enhance participants’ the...

The closing ceremony of the No. 02 Basic Fighter Controllers’ Course was held yesterday (06 August 2025) at the Air Defence Command and Control Centre (ADC&CC), SLAF Station Mirigama, marking a significant milestone in enhancing the capabilities of the National Air Defence System (NADS) in Sri Lanka.The event was graced by the Director General Air Operations, Air Vice Marshal Desha...

The Certificate Awarding Ceremony for the Tri Forces Trainees of No. 36 Disaster Management and First Response Basic Training Course was held at SLAF Disaster Management Training School (DMTS) Digana, today (06 August 2025). The Director Ground Operations Personnel & Planning Air Commodore Manoj Galappaththi graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.The Commanding Officer Disaster Manag...

The Annual SLAF Hindu Religious Ceremony was held at the Captains Garden Sri Kailasanathar Swamy Devasthanam, Colombo 10, today (06 August 2025) with the participation of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe and Chairperson of the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Krishanthi Edirisinghe.During the ceremony, blessings were invoked on those of the Air Force who made the...

The Karate Finals of the 13th Defence Services Games 2025, organized by the Sri Lanka Army, were held on 04 and 05 August 2025 at the SL Army Indoor Stadium in Panagoda. The tournament concluded with impressive and spirited performances, highlighting the increasing competitiveness and high standards of Karate within the Tri-Services.The SLAF Women’s Karate Team emerged as Champions, se...

The Research and Development Wing at SLAF Base Katunayake commemorated its 10th anniversary yesterday (05 August 2025), marking a significant milestone in its decade-long journey of innovation and progress. Established in 2015, the Wing has consistently spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing the indigenous research and development capabilities of the SLAF.Over the past ten years, the...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, conducted the Commander’s Inspection of SLAF Station Koggala during the evening hours today (05 August 2025). Upon his arrival, the Commander was received by the Commanding Officer of SLAF Station Koggala, Group Captain Priyadarshana Hettiarachchi.During the course of the inspection, the Commander visited all areas of the S...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe conducted the Commander's Inspection of SLAF Station Katukurunda today (05 August 2025). The Commanding Officer of the Station, Group Captain MP Abeywickrama received the Commander on his arrival.During the inspection, the Commander toured all areas of the station, which include direct operational support, administrative suppo...

A comprehensive fire and rescue drill was successfully conducted today (05 August 2025) at the Central Bank Headquarters in Colombo, with the participation of the Sri Lanka Air Force Fire and Rescue Unit. The exercise was aimed at enhancing emergency preparedness, testing response procedures and strengthening coordination during high-rise fire incidents.The drill was conducted under the ...