No. 43 Colour Wing SLAF Base Katunayake proudly celebrated its 24th anniversary today (05 October 2024) under the patronage of the present Commanding Officer, Wing Commander KMPS Kulathunga. The celebration consisted of the formation day parade, a religious ceremony and a sports event.No. 43 Colour Wing was initially established in the year 2000 as No. 160 Colour Squadron based at SLAF B...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, made his first official call on the President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency Anura Kumara Dissanayake, today (04 October 2024) at the Presidential Secretariat.After the cordial discussions, the Commander presented a memento to the President to mar...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, conducted the annual Commander’s Inspection at SLAF Station Mirigama today (04 October 2024).During the inspection, the Commander visited several key areas, including the Station Headquarters, the Air Defence Command and Control Centre, the Officer’s Mess and various other sections of the Station. The inspection concluded w...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, concluded the Commander’s Inspection at the Sri Lanka Air Force Trade Training School, Ekala, today (03 October 2024).The Commander reviewed the Commander's Inspection Parade, which was commanded by the Commanding Officer of SLAF Trade Training School Ekala, who is also currently serving as the Director of Trade Training of S...

Special Force (RSF) is the prime element of Sri Lanka Air Force to conduct future Search and Rescue (SAR) operations in any type of terrain with the hand-to-hand coordination of SLAF helicopter fleets and sister services. RSF Training School (RSFTS) at SLAF Station Morawewa conducted many Heli-borne Operation related training exercises to train foreign and try services Elite Forces perso...

The Change of Command of SLAF Station Koggala took place yesterday (02 October 2024) where, Wing Commander JC Manawadu handed over the command to Group Captain HAWP Hettiarachchi USP, MSc, (Def & Strat Stu), MCPS, B Com (Def Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc.Group Captain HAWP Hettiarachchi previously executed his duties as the Commanding Officer at No. 45 VVIP Wing before being appointed ...

A delegation from the Indian Armed Forces, consisting of 120 personnel including officers and other ranks, visited Sri Lanka Air Force Base Katunayake today (02 October 2024) as part of a reciprocal cultural exchange programme. This visit follows a similar cultural exchange where 120 Sri Lankan tri-service personnel traveled to India. The delegation was warmly welcomed by the Sri La...

Leading Aircraftman Premarathne AGAM of the SLAF Cricket Team has emerged as a star by clinching the prestigious ‘Player of the Tournament'  title at the recently concluded Invitational Tier B 3-Day Cricket Tournament. Organized by the Sri Lanka Cricket Board, the tournament featured 12 elite cricket clubs and saw the participation of national-level players, making it a highly com...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, made his official call on the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyakontha (Retd), at his Office today (02 October 2024).Following a cordial exchange of views, the Commander presented the Secretary with a commemorative token to mark the occasion....

The Sri Lanka Air Force  Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams delivered outstanding performances at the prestigious Super Cup 2024, held in Malé, Maldives, from 26 to 30 September 2024. Competing against the strongest basketball teams from the Maldives, both SLAF teams displayed exceptional skill and determination, ultimately claiming victory in both the men’s and women’s cat...

The Change of Command of SLAF Base Katunayake was conducted today (01 October 2024). The traditional Handing Over/Taking Over parade took place at the Base Parade Square, where the outgoing Base Commander Air Vice Marshal SDGM Silva WWV, RSP, USP, MSc (Mil Stu), MSc (Strat Stu), MA in IS&S, BSc (Def Stu), Pg Dip (IR), fawc, rcds, psc handed over the command to Air Commodore DRW Jayaw...

The Change of Command at SLAF Base Vavuniya was held today (30 September 2024) where Air Commodore JMDRAP Jayamaha USP, ndc, psc, qfi handed over the command to Air Commodore NK Thanippuliarachchi  RWP,RSP and two Bars, USP, MSc (Def & Start Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), fawc (USA),psc.Air Commodore NK Thanippuliarachchi previously held the appointment as Director Air Operations befor...

The Change of Command of SLAF Station Palaly took place today (30 September 2024). The Traditional handing over and taking over parade was conducted at the Station Hangar premises due to wet weather condition. The outgoing Commanding Officer, Group Captain HMC Herath RSP, MHRM, Pg Dip (Def Mgt) handed over the command to Group Captain WMA Kumarasiri RSP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), MA (IR...

In parallel to the world children’s day celebrations-2024, a special event was organized for the children of Senehasa Education Resource Research and Information Centre (SERRIC) today (30 September 2024) at the Air Force Museum premises. This event was organized with the blessings of the Chairperson of Sri Lanka Air Force Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Enoka Rajapaksa. ‘Senehasa’ Edu...

A significant milestone was reached today (30 September 2024), with the laying of the foundation stone for the Air Force Care Home at SLAF Base Katunayake. The ceremony was conducted under the auspices of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa.The Air Force Care Home is established to accommodate Sri Lanka Air Force Retired Personnel/Ex-servicemen who wish to spend t...

The Sri Lanka Air Force, in collaboration with Eagles’ Golf Links and Courses, successfully concluded the third edition of the Eagles' Monsoon Cup Golf Tournament today (29 September 2024) amidst the picturesque backdrop of China Bay, near the harbour city of Trincomalee. The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, honoured the event as the Chief Guest. Adding to the p...

The SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit successfully organized the World Children's Day celebrations for 2024 at the 'Pearl Bay' water park in Bandaragama, marking the second consecutive year of this event. The celebrations, held today (28 September 2024), were graced by the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa and the Chairperson of the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Enoka Rajapaksa...

The 17th edition of the International Research Conference at General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) commenced yesterday (26 September 2024). This session, chaired by the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, brought together an array of experts to discuss the complex relationship between technological advancements and security under the theme ‘Technolog...

The Sri Lanka Air Force Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams departed for the Maldives yesterday (25 September 2024) to participate in the ‘Super Cup 2024’ thrilling basketball tournament, which takes place from 26 to 30 September in Male. The tournament, organized by the Maldives Basketball Association, features top teams from the Maldives along with the SLAF teams.The Commander o...

The No. 7 Helicopter Squadron located at SLAF Base Hingurakgoda, which asserts a glamorous history from 1994 to date, rendering 29 years of dedicated service to the nation, celebrated its 30th anniversary today (23 September 2024). The Squadron was initially established as the No. 401 Squadron on 23 September 1994, with Bell 212 and Bell 206 helicopters. Later on, it was re-designated as...

The SLAF Judo players achieved a new milestone by winning one gold medal and one silver medal at the Thailand International Judo Championship 2024, showcasing their skills and determination.The championship was held in Chonburi, Thailand, on 21 and 22 September 2024. The Sri Lankan team, comprising 14 Judoka (11 men and 3 women), represented the country against 16 other nations, includin...