In line with the Clean Sri Lanka Project, the SLAF Combat Training School Diyatalawa successfully carried out a Community Outreach Programme at B/Soragune Maha Vidyalaya, Haldummulla, yesterday (05 June 2025), under the  patronage of Commanding Officer Air Commodore Rukman Dassanayake.The initiative was designed to enhance community well-being and support the holistic development of...

The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe,  participated in the Sri Lanka–India Defence Dialogue held today (05 June 2025) at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayewardenepura.The Sri Lankan delegation was led by the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) while the Indian delegation was headed by the Indian Defen...

The Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC) of India, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit of the Indian Air Force, paid a courtesy call on the Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, today (05 June 2025), at Air Force Headquarters.Air Marshal Dixit is visiting Sri Lanka following his participation in the concluded Indo–Sri ...

The SLAF Women’s Cricketer, Corporal Malsha Shahani has delivered an exceptional performance at the prestigious ‘Women’s Japan Premier League – 2025’, held from 27 May to 01 June 2025 in Sano City, Japan.Representing the well-known ‘Mamushi’ Team, Corporal Malsha Shahani’s outstanding performance was instrumental in steering the team to success. Her efforts played a cruci...

The 13th Defence Services Wushu Championship 2024/2025 conducted successfully at the Sri Lanka Army Mahinda Rajapaksa Indoor Gymnasium, Ambepussa from 02 to 04 June 2025. The Chairman of the Sri Lanka Army Wushu, Brigadier CS Thibbatuge graced the occasion as the chief guest. The Sri Lanka Air Force Women’s Wushu team emerged as the Women’s Champions, securing an impressive haul...

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence of Australia, the Hon. Richard Marles, arrived in Sri Lanka today (03 June 2025) for an official visit. The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, was among the dignitaries present at Bandaranaike International Airport to bid farewell to the departing Deputy Prime Minister.The Deputy Minister of Public Security and Pa...

The Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), undertook an inspection visit to the Batticaloa region in the Eastern Province today (03 June 2025), with the aim of assessing the current security situation.The visit was also attended by the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe.During the visit, the Defence Secretary held discuss...

The No. 4 VVIP/VIP Helicopter Squadron of the Sri Lanka Air Force commemorated its 60th anniversary on 01 June 2025, marking six decades of dedicated service to the nation. The celebrations began with a formal working parade attended by all squadron personnel.To mark this milestone, a series of religious and community-focused events were organized. A pirith chanting ceremony followed by ...

SLAF Station Sigiriya conducted a full-day educational and practical training program yesterday (02 June 2025) for Home Science students from the Thambuththegama Educational Zone. The event was held under the guidance of the Commanding Officer, Group Captain SV Premawardhane.A total of 52 students and 15 teachers participated in the program, which was designed to provide practical learni...

As part of an initiative to enhance the legal knowledge and regulatory awareness of SLAF pilots, a lecture series on Air Law and related subjects has been conducted by the Director Supplies and Services, Group Captain Kapila De Silva, who is currently serving in the Directorate of Logistics. The programme aimed to strengthen the understanding of International Aviation Law among aircrew, ...

The Directorate of Information Technology of the SLAF plays a leading role in the development of a new National Education Management System, recently announced by the Ministry of Education. This initiative forms a key part of the government's broader efforts to digitise and improve the management of the education sector.The project was formally discussed during a meeting held at the Mini...

The No. 111 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Squadron at SLAF Base Vavuniya, celebrated its 17th anniversary on 01 June 2025. To commemorate the occasion, the customary working parade was held at the squadron parade ground and was reviewed by the Commanding Officer, Wing Commander PWDB Rathnayake.The origin of UAV operations in Sri Lanka trace back to 1996, with the formation of No. 11 UAV ...

The opening ceremony of the Centre for Correction, Discipline and Rehabilitation (CCDR) and the inaugural CCDR course was held today (02 June 2025) at the lecture hall of the venue.The Acting Director General Ground Operations and Director Personnel and Planning, Air Commodore Manoj Galappaththi, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.The Base Commander SLAF Base Katunayake, Air Commodor...

The SLAF Station at Weerawila marked its 47th anniversary yesterday (01 June 2025), with a series of meaningful events. The celebrations commenced with the customary working parade which was reviewed by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain WMNN Wanasinghe. A tree planting project and recreational activities were organized following the parade. In line with the 47th anniversary, sev...

The Sri Lanka Carrom Federation hosted the  Grand Slam Ranking Carrom Championship 2025 from 24 May to 01 June 2025. The SLAF Carrom Team emerged with outstanding achievements throughout the tournament.Corporal Peiris PKN of the SLAF secured the Championship title in the Men’s Singles Event, earning a commendable Sri Lanka Men’s Ranking of No. 3. Meanwhile, in the Women’s Sing...

The Sri Lanka Air Force, in collaboration with Eagles’ Golf Links and Courses, successfully hosted the 4th edition of the Eagles’ Quadrangle Cup an inter-club golf tournament concluded on 31 May 2025, amidst the breathtaking coastal setting of China Bay near the historic harbour city of Trincomalee.Air Vice Marshal Deshapriya Silva, Director General Air Operations, attended the tourn...

The China–Sri Lanka Friendship Cup Dragon Boat Championship 2025 was successfully held today (31 May 2025) at the  Diyawanna Rowing Center - Battaramulla. The event was organized to commemorate the traditional Chinese Dragon Boat Festival and to celebrate the longstanding friendship between China and Sri Lanka.The championship was jointly organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs...

The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Fire Service showcased its capabilities at Mechnova 2025, a prominent technical exhibition held on 29 and 30 May 2025 at Imbulana Sri Sena National College. The event drew over 1,700 students from the host institution and several invited schools, providing an ideal platform for the SLAF to promote fire safety awareness and demonstrate its technical proficie...

In a notable development within Sri Lanka’s shooting sports community, the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has officially taken over the leadership of the National Rifle Association of Sri Lanka (NRASL) for the 2025-2027 term. The transition of authority was formalized during the NRASL’s Annual General Meeting held on 29 May 2025 at the Sri Lanka Navy’s Lighthouse Galley in Colombo.The ...

The Change of Command at the Aircraft Engineering Wing (AEW), SLAF Base Katunayake was held  yesterday  (29 May 2025). The traditional Handing Over / Taking Over parade took place at the Wing premises where the outgoing Commanding Officer Air Commodore MF Jansen USP, BSc (Def Stu), AMIE (SL), A Eng, Z handed over the command to Air Commodore WADC Wijesinghe USP, MSc (Def & ...

The 2025 Inter-Unit Men’s and Women’s Cricket Championships of the Sri Lanka Air Force concluded on 29 May 2025 at the SLAF Base Katunayake Cricket Ground. The finals drew significant attention, with Air Vice Marshal Dammika Dias, Director General Training gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest.SLAF Base Vavuniya emerged champions in the Men’s category, while Trade Training School...