Air Marshal Sumangala Dias assumed duties as the 17th Commander of the Sir Lanka Air Force today (30 May 2019) at AFHQ. He was promoted to the three star rank of Air Marshal by the President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, His Excellency Maithripala Sirisena in his capacity as the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces yesterday (29 May 2019).After being accorded a Gua...

The 16th Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Kapila Jayampathy ceremonially handed over command of the Sri Lanka Air Force to Air Marshal Sumangala Dias, this morning (29th May 2019)at AFHQ.The outgoing Commander was accorded a Guard of Honour by the Colour Wing of the SLAF. After which the outgoing Commander addressed the entire Air Force for the very last time. At t...

The President of the Democratic Socialist  Republic of Sri Lanka, His Excellency Maithripala Sirisena in his capacity as the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces has promoted Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy to the four star rank of Air Chief Marshal with effect from today (28th May 2019).Air Chief Marshal Kapila Jayampathy took over as the 16th Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force o...

The ‘Half Constructed Housing Project’ of the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit which expects to complete twenty four (24) houses has completed sixteen (16) houses. The Chairperson of the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Anoma Jayampathy visited and inspected the house of Flight Sergent Kaluwawa (Retired) today (28 May 2019) at Pasyala. This house, which was one of the completed sixteen houses, was...

The thirteenth (13th) house constructed under the 'Commander's Housing Project' by the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit was handed over to Leading Aircraftman Nishshanka Kumara JS. The house warming ceremony was held under the patronage of the Chairperson of SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Anoma Jayampathy at Badalgama today (28 May 2019).This project was funded by the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit and cons...

Taking into consideration numerous requests made by servicemen, the Chairperson of  the SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit,  Mrs. Anoma Jayampathy took steps to provide assistance for a number of worthy cases.The following donations were handed over today (27 May 2019) at the Seva Vanitha Unit at AFHQ with the participation of the Chairperson.Three (3) wheel chairs were handed over for the...

The President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency Maithripala Sirisena, conferred Vishishta Sewa Vibushanaya (VSV) medals on 65 Senior serving and retired Officers of the Tri Services at a colourful ceremony held at the President Secretariat today (22 May 2019).  13 Senior Officers of SLAF received the Vish...

The SLAF Seva Vanitha Unit organized a visit to Apeksha Hospital at Maharagama on 20th May 2019.This visit was initiated by the Chairperson of Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Anoma Jayampathy. Director Welfare, Air Vice Marshal PDA Mariestella and members of the SLAF SVU also participated for the event. During the visit, the Chairperson spent time with inmate children and also offered a gift pac...

The President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and Commander in Chief of the Armed Force, His Excellency Maithripala Sirisena paid his respects to all members of the Armed Forces and Police who made the supreme sacrifice in the name of the Nation at the Ranaviru War Memorial located at the Parliament Grounds yesterday evening (19th May 2019). The event was organized by t...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy declared open the newly established No 2 Information Technology Wing (ITW) and the newly constructed fully fledged Recruiting Office Complex at SLAF Trade Training School Ekala today (17 May 19).The new No 2 IT Wing was established at Ekala as per the directives of the Commander of the Air Force. Within the new IT Wing the Com...

The newly-appointed High Commissioner for Australia in Sri Lanka, His Excellency David Holly called on the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy at Air Force Headquarters today (13 May 2019).After a discussion on matters of mutual interest, the Commander and the visiting dignitary exchanged mementos to mark the occasion....

The Seva Vanitha Unit of SLAF Station Koggala organized an Alms Giving for 12 Bhikkunis at Kottawe Sumudu Temple on 11 May 2019. Alms, offerings and other requirements donated by Seva Vanitha Unit of Koggala were offered to the Bhikkunis by attendees. The President of Seva Vanitha Unit at Koggala, Mrs. D Wasana Dharmadasa, Members of SVU participated for the event....

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy conducted the Commander’s Inspection of SLAF Station Batticaloa today (10 May 2019). The Commander, upon arrival for the inspection, was received by the Commanding Officer, Wing Commander WKASW Vithana and awarded a Ceremonial Street Lining.During the course of the inspection, the Commander visited all areas of the Station.T...

Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy conducted the Commander's Inspection of SLAF Station Ampara today (10 May 2019).The Commander, upon arrival for the inspection, was received by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain HWR Chandima and awarded a Ceremonial Street Lining.Certificates of Commendation were awarded during the Parade to Flight Sergeant Jayasinghe VKLC (Ar...

The SLAF was made aware that passengers arriving at and departing from the Bandaranayake International Airport (BIA) had to undergo considerable inconvenience because of the enhanced security checks implemented from 21 April 2019. Passengers arriving on flights and passengers arriving for flights had to walk a considerable distance after disembarking from their vehicles or before boardin...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy conducted the Commander's Inspection of SLAF Station Iranamadu today (6 May 2019). The Commander, upon arrival for the inspection was received by the Commanding Officer of SLAF Station Iranamadu, Group Captain C Wickramaratne and was accorded a ceremonial street line. The Commander awarded a Commendation to Sergeant Bandara RA...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy conducted the Commander’s Inspection of SLAF Station Mullaittivu today (6 May 2019).The Commander was welcomed by the Commanding Officer Group Captain SPVK Senadheera and was accorded a Guard of Honour commanded by Flight Lieutenant WPPM Perera.The Commander awarded Commendations to Sergeant Herath HMASK (Operations Guard), ...

Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Kapila Jayampathy, paid a courtesy call on the newly appointed Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, General S H S Kottegoda (Retd) at the Ministry premises yesterday (3 May 2019).The Commander extended his best wishes to the Secretary Defence on his new appointment. Mementoes were also exchanged to mark the visit. ...

A 14 member Air Force Women’s Volleyball team left for China to represent the country at the ‘Asian Women’s Club Volleyball Championship 2019’ from 27 April 2019 to 5 May 2019. The team, which has won four consecutive national Volleyball Championships, includes several national players in its ranks.  This is considered as a unique opportunity for the SLAF Women’s Volleybal...

SLAF Station Sigiriya celebrated its 34th Anniversary on 19th April 2019. Simultaneous to the anniversary working parade was held under the purview of the Commanding Officer, Wing Commander DCDB Alwis. The Commanding Officer addressed the gathering and appreciated the service rendered by previous Commanding Officers for the development of the Station and those who made the supreme sacrif...

A 20 member Hockey Team from the SLAF is currently in India to participate in the 2nd Marshal Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament conducted by Indian Air Force (IAF) from the 16th to the 22nd of April 2019.The Secretary of SLAF Hockey, Wing Commander HANNB Ettipola is also with the team as the Head of Delegation. The SLAF Team which is a leading Hockey Team in the Island comprises sev...