The queues were long, the enthusiasm undeterred by the blazing hot sun as hundreds of spectators lined up more than 2 hours early at the ticket counters outside the Sri Lanka Air Force Base Ratmalana. They had arrived from various parts of the island for the same significant event. The countdown was finally over; the SLAF 60th Anniversary 60th Anniversary Exhibition and Carnival is here with action packed entertainment.

7 whole days filled with the rare opportunity of seeing how the Air Force functions await all Sri Lankans at this spectacular exhibition. These are days to keep your eyes glued to the skies above Ratmalana and you definitely won't be disappointed. Flying will be aplenty, with Air Displays and maneuvers in mid-air by several Flying Squadrons of the SLAF throughout the day.

Mock Attack demonstrations by Regiment Special Forces and a host of SLAF aircraft will ensure that the post lunch afternoons will be  filled with excitements for viewers young and old. This not-to-be-missed segment will feature daring rappelling (or fast roping) by RSF troops while aircraft will be whizzing across the airfield. Performances by the Air Dogs are yet another highlight on the schedule.

The grounds at SLAF Base Ratmalana have been converted into a massive carnival ground with a range of exciting rides and games set up across the premises. Food and drink stalls have also part of the carnival, offering the crowds an ample choice for refreshments. Later hours of the evening will see a musical extravaganza by live band performances and a spectacular fireworks display.

Children as well as adults were seen thoroughly enjoying themselves last evening, as the first day drew to a close on a very successful note. In its second day today, crowds were seeing heading eagerly to the exhibition grounds this morning.

Sri Lanka Air Force 60th Anniversary Exhibition and Carnival is now on at SLAF Base Ratmalana and will be held untill 8th March, 2011.