The Change of Command of SLAF Regimental Training Centre (RTC) Ampara was held today (08 January 2026). The Acting Commanding Officer, Wing Commander BP Widanapathirane USP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), psc. handed over the command to Group Captain PS Alexander USP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), Pg Dip (IR), Justice of Peace, psc

The new Commanding Officer, Group Captain Alexander previously held the appointment as Commanding Officer at the SLAF Station Morawewa before being appointed as the Commanding Officer of SLAF RTC Ampara.