Ground Training Wing at SLAF Academy China Bay proudly celebrated its 32nd anniversary yesterday (13 January 2025). This Training Wing was initially established as the Combat Training School on 13 January 1993 and subsequently changed its name as Ground Training Wing on 15 July 2013.The Ground Training Wing has been commanded by 29 Commanding Officers so far and presently commanded by Gr...

The transformation of the Hingurakgoda runway is currently in progress to meet international standards and accommodate widely utilized A320 and Boeing 737 aircraft operations. After extensive consultations with key stakeholders, the SLAF was entrusted with the design and construction of the runway. The Road Development Authority (RDA) has been assigned to review SLAF’s designs and prov...

The Eva All-Island Open Netball Tournament 2025 organized by the Western Province Netball Association was held on 11th and 12th January 2025, at the Sri Lanka Air Force Rifle Green Grounds, Colombo.The Air Force Netball Team competed in ‘A’ and ‘B’ Divisions, winning both Championships after beating Net Champs Sports Club 39-18 and Jaffna Netball Team 13-07, respectively.The ‘M...

No. 3 Maritime Squadron, based at SLAF Academy China Bay, proudly celebrated its 6th anniversary yesterday (11 January 2025) since reinstatement, marking 28 years of dedicated operational service to the nation.The Squadron plays a vital role in safeguarding the sovereignty of Sri Lanka through its diverse range of missions, including Maritime and Land Air Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Se...

As part of the ongoing  "Clean Sri Lanka" National initiative, the SLAF Station Koggala conducted a comprehensive beach and surrounding area cleaning programme today (11 January 2025) at the Koggala beachfront. This event aimed to support environmental sustainability and raise public awareness about the importance of maintaining clean and healthy surroundings.The programme, lead by ...

The 13th Defence Services Weightlifting Championship 2024/2025 concluded successfully at the Torrington Sports Complex Colombo, today (09 January 2025).  Commodore Rohan Dissanayake graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The Chairman of SLAF weightlifting , Air Commodore  Dinesh Jayaweera, senior officers from the Sri Lanka Army and Navy and other invitees participated to witn...

The press briefing for the Commander’s Cup Golf Tournament – 2025 took place today, (09 January 2025), at the Air Force Headquarters in the Defence Headquarters Complex.The Eagles’ Golf Links of the Sri Lanka Air Force is all set to host the Commander’s Cup – 2025, an annual golf tournament for men and women, on 17 and 18 January 2025 at the scenic China Bay, near the historic ...

A historic achievement was made at the MINUSCA Bria Airport yesterday (07 January 2025), as it hosted its first-ever Aircraft Firefighting and Rescue Simulator training. This event marks a crucial step in enhancing emergency response capabilities within the Central African Republic. The exercise was organized under the guidance of Mr. Kendjo Mukendi Tomboji, Aviation Fire Marshal of the ...

The grand prize winners of the recently concluded raffle draw for the ‘Suraksha’ Air Force Care Home Project, received their cheques today (08 January 2025) at Air Force Headquarters from the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, in a special ceremony. The occasion was attended by the Director General Welfare, Air Vice Marshal Thushara Sirimanne and other senior of...

The No 10 Fighter Squadron, known as the “Lion Cubs”, celebrated its 29 anniversary today (06 January 2025). The day began with the working parade at the Squadron which was inspected by the Commanding Officer Group Captain Prabath Wijekoon.The Commanding Officer reflected on the illustrious history of the Squadron and acknowledged the significant contributions of past and present mem...

The Change of Command at Regiment Special Forces, SLAF Station Morawewa  held yesterday (05 January 2025) and the traditional handing over/taking over parade was held at Station parade square. The outgoing Commanding Officer, Wing Commander BWTS Bandara USP, MSc (Def & Strat stu), BSc (Mgt), psc handed over the command to Wing Commander R Bastian CQHRM In CIPM, Dip in OSH (NIOSH...

The SLAF hosted a pivotal conference today (06 January 2025) at Air Force Headquarters to outline proposals and frameworks for three major future projects under the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ National Drive. The meeting, chaired by the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, highlighting the SLAF’s proactive approach toward environmental sustainability, public health and co...

The SLAF Station Pidurutalagala celebrated its 15th anniversary yesterday (05 January 2025) giving prominence to social, and recreational activities. The celebration commenced  with customary working parade which was reviewed by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain Nalin Wewakumbura  followed by an address to the officers and other rankers of the Station. As part of the a...

The SLAF Women’s Volleyball Team triumphed at the prestigious Munchee Super League Volleyball Championship 2024, held today (04 January 2025) at the Sir Albert F Peiris Indoor Stadium, Wennappuwa. This highly competitive tournament, organized by the Sri Lanka Volleyball Federation, featured seven women’s teams from across the country.In a commanding display of skill and teamwork, the...

The Chairperson SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Enoka Rajapaksha accompanied by the Commanding Officer of SLAF Station Katukurunda, Group Captain Manjula Abeywickrama, participated in the ceremonial opening of the newly constructed Dispensary of the Outpatient Department of the Base Hospital Elpitiya for public ownership today (04 January 2025).The ceremonial proceedings commenced with the ...

The Airmen kickstarted their 2025 with a commanding victory over the Sailors, scoring 29 points against 24 yesterday (03 January 2025) at the Navy Rugby Ground in Welisara.The Air Force Team opened the scoring within the first 10 minutes with two consecutive tries by Shamika Kaushan and Ishara Madushan. Gayantha Iddamalgoda converted one try to bring the team up to 12 points. Just before...

The Change of Command at Aircraft Spares Depot, SLAF Base Katunayake was held yesterday (01 January 2024). The traditional handing over/taking over parade was conducted at Depot Parade square, where the outgoing Commanding Officer, JAPS Jayawardena USP, MBA, MISMM handed over the Command to Group Captain RML Randeniya USP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), MBA, MBA (Log Mgt), BA (Def Stu), Pg D...

SLAF Trade training School Ekala celebrated the 54th Anniversary today (02 January 2025) under the directives of the Commanding Officer, Air Commodore Kolitha Abeysinghe. The Formation Day celebration commenced with a parade in which all service personnel took part. In addition, a symbolic tree planting ceremony had been organized to plant “Kumbuk” and “Mee” within the camp ...

The SLAF, in collaboration with the financial assistance of the Ruhunu Kataragama Maha Dewalaya, successfully completed the establishment of the first-ever Paediatric Blood & Marrow Transplant Unit for children with cancer in a government hospital. This significant milestone was marked with the inauguration of the new facility today (02 January 2025) at Apeksha Hospital, Maharagama.T...

Under the guidance and directives of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, the main Pirith Chanting Ceremony took place at the newly opened Air Force Headquarters, Defence Headquarters Complex yesterday(01  January  2025). The ceremony aimed to invoke blessings upon all personnel of the Air Force, their families, fallen air warriors and the entire nation....

The Change of Command at No 02 Air Defence Radar Squadron (ADRS), SLAF Base Vavuniya held yesteday (01 January 2025) and the traditional handing over/taking over parade was held at Squadron premises. The outgoing Commanding Officer, Wing Commander RMSN Ranasinghe MMS (Mil Com-PRC), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), Pg Dip (Dipl & World Aff), psc handed over the command to Squadron Leader JAK Jayawic...