Group Captain DL Hewavitharana WV, RWP and Bar, RSP and three Bars, USP, MMS (Mil Com-PRC), BSc (Def Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc, qhi handed over the command of the No 4 VVIP/VIP Helicopter Squadron at SLAF Base Ratmalana to Group Captain ABR Wijewardena RSP and four Bars, USP, MSc (Def & Start Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc, qhi today (10 December 2024). The traditional Handing Over Taking Over parade was conducted at the squadron premises with the participation of squadron personnel.

The outgoing Commanding Officer, Group Captain DL Hewavitharana has been appointed to Acting Director Academic Studies and Deputy Commandant at Sri Lanka Air Force Academy China Bay. The newly appointed Commanding Officer, Group Captain ABR Wijewardena previously held the appointment of Officer Commanding Operations at No. 4 VVIP/VIP Helicopter Squadron SLAF Base Ratmalana.

After assuming the command, Group Captain ABR Wijewardena addressed all squadron personnel and extended his heartfelt appreciation for the dedicated service of his predecessor and acknowledged the enormous progress made during his tenure. He also urged all personnel to continue their commendable work with the same dedication and enthusiasm to uphold the squadron culture of professionalism.