It was a moment of utmost pride and glory for the Sri Lanka Air Force when it held the historical first-ever Sunset Commissioning Parade yesterday evening (29 February 2024) of the No. 65 Officer Cadets Intake and No. 17 Lady Officer Cadets Intake, No. 66 Officer Cadets Intake and No. 18 Lady Officer Cadets Intake, the No. 36, 37 and No.38 Kotelawala Defence University Intakes comprising...

The Inter Unit Hockey Championship 2024 was concluded at SLAF Trade Training School Ekala on 27 February 2024. The finals and Awards Ceremony were held at the same venue with the graceful presence of The Actg Deputy Chief of Staff and Director General Planning, Air Vice Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe as the Chief Guest.SLAF Academy Chinabay claimed the Championship of the Men's 11-A side cate...

The “Happy Family for Productive Air Force” program was successfully conducted on 26 February 2024 at the Astra Cinema Hall, SLAF Base Katunayake.The initiative was taken by the Base Commander SLAF Base Katunayake, Air Vice Marshal Deshapriya Silva and conducted by Prof. Sarath Wijesooriya, University of Colombo.Mainly the programme focused on maintaining a harmonious family life tha...

The press briefing on "Guwan Hamuda Papedi Sawariya 2024” was held today (27 February 2024) at the Air Force Headquarters. This year’s race will be conducted for the 25th consecutive time in concurrence with the 73rd Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force. Over two hundred upper-grade cyclists and other cyclists, including Indian Air Force cyclists, are expected to compete in this ra...

The SLAF Motor Racing Team made a mark at the Eliyakanda Hill Climb Race 2024, held at the Mathara Eliyakandata Racing Track by the Southern Motor Sports Club on 25 February 2024.Flight Sergeant Lakmal JDC claimed the title of 2nd runner-up in the Street Trail Motorcycle up to 125cc event, while Sergeant Nilanka MKD secured the position of 1st runner-up in the same category. Additionally...

The prestigious Colombo Air Symposium (CAS) is a foundation event for the Sri Lanka Air Force, enriching dialogue and innovation in the field of aviation. This year's edition, themed "Transforming Air and Space Power for a Resilient Tomorrow: Prospects for Air Forces of Indian Ocean RIM," is intended to be an extraordinary gathering.Scheduled for 17 and 18 October this year at the Bandar...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, attended the 9th Singapore Air Show, Asia’s largest and one of the world’s most influential aerospace and defence events, which commenced on 20 February 2024 at the Changi Exhibition Centre.Over a thousand aerospace and defence companies, more than 50 countries/ regions and close to 50,000 trade visitors attended the Air Sh...

The Air Defence Gunnery Training School (ADGTS) at SLAF Station Iranamadu celebrated its 12th Anniversary today (23 February 2024). The ADGTS was initially established at SLAF Base Katunayake and later shifted to SLAF Station Iranamadu on 05 February 2012 and became an independent formation in SLAF on 23 February 2013. The Air Defence Gunnery Training School has been commanded by Seven C...

The Commercial Manager of the Group of Finance and Planning Division at Ceylon Chocolates Limited, Mr. Pradeep Kudagamage, donated a consignment of books and financial assistance in support of the 'Magen Pothak Uthurata' literacy drive in Northern Province, aligning with the 73rd anniversary of the SLAF. The consignment was handed over to the coordinating officer of the project, Squadron...

In line with the 73rd Anniversary of the SLAF, an Eye clinic was organized today (21 February 2024) at SLAF Station Weerawila under the guidance of the Commanding Officer SLAF Station Weerawila, Group Captain Suresh Jayasinghe. The clinic received assistance from the Director of the Hambantota District General Hospital and its staff. In total, 109 reading glasses were do-nated and 126 pa...

The SLAF Station Colombo hosted a counseling programme yesterday (20 February 2024), with the theme "Happy Family Happier Air Force," aimed at improving the well-being and unity of its members and their families. The event, organized by the Warrant Officers’ & Senior Non-Commissioned Officers’ Mess of SLAF Station Colombo under the direction of the Commanding Officer, Air Commodo...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa called on the Chief of Air Force, Republic of Singapore Air Force, Major General Kelvin Khong, today (20 February 2024) at Singapore on the occasion of Singapore Airshow - 2024.The two Air Chiefs discussed matters of mutual interest, including strengthening defence cooperation and enhancing training opportunities. Mementos were ...

The International Military Sports Council (CISM) Day Run was flagged off today (18 February 2024) at the Parliament Grounds in Colombo. The Chief of the Defence Staff, General Shavendra Silva graced the event as the Chief Guest while the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa and Commanders of the Sri Lanka Army and Navy took the lead in the run. Tri-forces personnel par...

The inaugural Military Engineering and Technology Conference organized by the College of Military Engineering and Technology Sri Lanka (CMETSL) was held today (16 February 2024) at the Wave N' Lake Navy Banquet Hall in Welisara. Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, General Kamal Guneratne (Retd) attended the ceremony as the chief guest. During his address, the Defence Secretary highligh...

The Change of Command of SLAF Regiment Training School Vanni was held today (16 February 2024). The traditional Handing Over/Taking Over Parade was conducted at the Parade Square where the Acting Commanding Officer, Wing Commander RMSN Ritigala RSP, BSc (Def Stu), GI Fire E handed over the command to Group Captain M Seneviratne USP, psc.The new Commanding Officer, Group Captain M Senevir...

The College of Military Engineering & Technology Sri Lanka (CMETSL) awarded membership certificates to the SLAF Engineering Officers today (16 February 2024), at the Air Force Headquarters. The certificates were awarded by the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa.Established on 13 October 2022, CMETSL has embarked on a mission to influence, adopt and establish inte...

The press briefing for the "73rd Air Force Anniversary" celebration and "Air Tattoo and Exhibition-2024" was held today (14 February 2024), chaired by the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa at the Air Force Headquarters in Sri Jayewardenepura.The Sri Lanka Air Force will proudly celebrate its 73rd Anniversary on 02 March 2024.Upholding its rich tradition, the "AIR FO...

The Managing Director of Marine Shipping Services Lanka, Mr. Sujith Dias, extended financial assistance in support of the 'Wings of Friendship' major project, aligning with the 73rd anniversary of the SLAF. The symbolic cheque, signifying the monetary donation of five hundred fifty thousand rupees, was handed over to the Director General of Aeronautical Engineering and Head of the Organi...

In recognition and appreciation of the noble and exceptional service rendered to the nation and Buddhism in the country, a significant religious ceremony took place yesterday (12 February 2024) at the historic Higher Ordination Hall premises of Malwathu Temple in Kandy.The event was organized to bestow the title of 'Pradhana Sanghanayake’ of the ‘Uthuru Madyama Dedisawa’ (Northern ...

The recycling of vehicle washing wastewater project at SLAF Station Palavi was declared open by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain PS Alexander, yesterday (12 February 2024) as part of the Station's Addition & Improvement Programme.This project aims to purify the wastewater produced during vehicle washing. The wastewater will pass through three pits designed to separate oil from w...

The Western Province Netball Association Championship was held on 10 and 11 February 2024, at Riffle Green Grounds, SLAF Station Colombo. SLAF Netball Players clinched the Women’s ‘A’ Division title by beating Sri Lanka Army 39-16 in the thrilling finals at the Championship. Warrant Officer TD Wththegedara was recognized as the Netball Queen, while Leading Aircraft woman Singhabahu...