The induction ceremony for the International Honour Roll (IHR) was held at the Air University - Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, yesterday (19 April 2024) and was hosted by the Chief of Staff and the Chief Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force. This event saw the induction of 21 international alumni into the IHR wall of honour. Notably, among the distinguished inductees was the ...

SLAF Station Sigiriya celebrated its 39th Anniversary yesterday (19 April 2024). The day's celebrations commenced with the customary working parade and the address to all officers, airmen and civil staff of the Station by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain SV Premawardana.In line with the anniversary celebration, a Shramadana Campaign was conducted at Kimbissa Primary School on 18 Apr...

The ‘Aluth Avurudu Ulela’ was held to celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year at the Sri Lanka Aviation Unit in MINUSCA on 13 April 2024 in Bria, Central African Republic. The event was filled with joy and happiness and the occasion brought together Sri Lankan peacekeepers in a spirit of cultural unity and camaraderie amidst their peacekeeping duties within the mission. The eve...

The Sri Lanka Air Force held the annual "Aurudu Udanaya" and "Aurudu Pola", showcasing a rich exhibition of traditional Sri Lankan culture as part of the SLAF’s Sinhala & Hindu New Year Celebrations Programme. The festivities, which were organized by the Directorate of Welfare in collaboration with SLAF Base Katunayake, took place at the Sports Ground of SLAF Base Katunayake today ...

The press briefing for the " Colombo Air Show and Defence Exhibition 2024" was held yesterday (10 April 2024), chaired by the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, at the Air Force Headquarters in Sri Jayewardenepura.The Colombo Air Show and Defence Exhibition 2024, scheduled to take place from 29 May to 02 June 2024, signifies a pivotal moment in the trajectory of our...

In an effort to enhance the mobility of differently-abled war heroes, Hon. President Ranil Wickremesinghe distributed 50 electric tricycles among deserving recipients at a ceremonial event held at the Ministry of Defence in Sri Jayewardenepura yesterday (09 April 2024). These electric tricycles, funded by the Ranaviru Seva Authority, were presented by the President in recognition of the ...

The Graduation Ceremony of the No. 75 Junior Command and Staff Course was held today (10 April 2024) at the Junior Command and Staff College Auditorium at the SLAF Academy China Bay. Former Commander of Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Jayalath Weerakkody RWP, VSV, USP, ndc, psc, qfi graced the ceremony as the Chief Guest.  First Commandant of the Junior Command and Staff College, Air V...

The Certificate Awarding Ceremony of No. 22 English Medium and No. 93 Sinhala Medium Non-Commissioned Officers' Management Courses was held yesterday (09 April 2024) at the Astra Hall SLAF Academy China Bay under the patronage of the Base Commander SLAF Base Ratmalana, Air Commodore AV Jayasekara, as the Chief Guest.The core purpose behind this 14-week-long course is to groom Non-Commiss...

The SLAF Motor Racing Team performed their prowess at the Single Tree Hill Climb Race 2024, hosted at the Nuwara Eliya Single Tree Hill Climb Racing Track by the Nem Motor Sport Club and the Sri Lanka Association of Racing Drivers and Riders on yesterday (09 April 2024).Sergeant Nilanka MKD secured the 2nd runner-up position in the steed trail motorcycle up to 125cc event. Additionally, ...

The Ministry of Defence has declared a General Amnesty for all Officers and Other Ranks who have deserted or been absent on or before 02 April 2024. Accordingly, the personnel falling into the said category are to be discharged from the service under the clause of ‘Withdrawal of Commission’ or ‘Service No Longer Required’, if there are no other offences/ pending inquiries against...

A special "Shramadana" campaign took place at the Mirigama "Bothale- Ape Lamai" children's home on 06 April 2024. This childcare institution provides shelter for 53 differently abled children. The project was organized under the "Guwan Mithudam" project of SLAF Station Mirigama. Students from Ladies' College Colombo and Trinity College Kandy collaborated with the "Husma Plan" of the Sri ...

The Inspector General of Police, Deshabandu Tennakoon called on the Commander of Air force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa this morning  (08 March 2024).Inspector General of Police was received by the Commander of the Air Force and the Guard of Honour was conferred by the No. 43 Colour Wing of the SLAF. Inspector General of Police met with the Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff and ...

The Inter Unit Triathlon Championship – 2024 organized by the Sir Lanka Air Force Aquatic Sports Pool was held today (07 April 2024) at SLAF Academy China Bay. The SLAF Academy China Bay Men’s and Women’s Triathlon teams were able to smoothly sail through the events against the other competitors in the tournament and was able to grab both the titles. The presentation ceremony will ...

The Bodybuilders of the Sri Lanka Air Force were able to create a lasting impression at the prestigious 75th Mr. Sri Lanka Bodybuilding Competition held yesterday (05 April 2024) at the Nawaloka Sports Ground.Corporal Rathnayake KACCJ was able to secure the Gold medal in the 85kg Category, while Aircraftman Fernando GUI won the Gold Medal at in the 85+kg category, bringing glory to the S...

The Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa conducted the Commander’s Inspection at Sri Lanka Air Force Station Sigiriya yesterday (05 April 2024).The Commander was received by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain SV Premawardhana, where the commander was accorded a street line. The Commander awarded a Certificate of Commendation to the following Airman for h...

The Passing Out Parade (POP) of Paratroopers and Specialized Airborne Operations took place at the SLAF Station Ampara today (05 April 2024). The ceremony witnessed the distinguished presence of Senior Officers from Tri-Services and the Special Task Force (STF), notably featuring Air Vice Marshal TI Fernando, the Director General Training of the SLAF, who graced the occasion as the Chief...

In celebration of the 73rd anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force under the theme "Wings of Friendship," the SLAF has undertaken an initiative to refurbish and enhance the infrastructure of 73 selected schools across the Northern and Eastern Provinces. As part of this endeavour, SLAF Station Batticaloa has contributed to the renovation of seven underprivileged schools in the region...

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Aviation, together with the Sri Lanka Air Force and the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka, has embarked on plans to enhance the infrastructure of Hingurakgoda Airport to meet civil aviation standards. A conference and field visit were conducted at Sri Lanka Air Force Base Hingurakgoda today (04 April 2024), in the presence of the Minister of Ports,...

The ceremony for the placement of the foundation stone to commence the refurbishment of the cricket ground pavilion at Sri Lanka Air Force Base Katunayake took place today (04 April 2024). This significant event was honoured by the presence of the Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, alongside the participation of the Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staf...

The Change of Command at SLAF Station Iranamadu was held yesterday (03 April 2024). The outgoing Commanding Officer, Air Commodore MPS Marapperuma RWP, RSP, MBA in HRM, Pg Dip (HRA), MIM (SL), AMITD (SL), GI Fire E handed over the command to Group Captain DGPL Jayathilaka MSc (Def & Strat Stu), BA (Def Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), Pg Dip (HRM), psc. The new Commanding Officer, Group Capta...

The No. 02 Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering Wing at SLAF Base Ratmalana proudly celebrated its 35th year of service to the nation yesterday (02 April 2024). The Wing was initially established at SLAF Base Ratmalana on 02nd April 1989, as the Ground Radio Workshop and later elevated to the Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering Wing in 1991 under the leadership of Win...