The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, conducted the Annual Commander’s Inspection at Sri Lanka Air Force Station Mirigama on 12 October 2026. Upon arrival, he was warmly received by the Commanding Officer of SLAF Station Mirigama, Group Captain Nishantha Senaviratne.

During the inspection, the Commander visited several key locations, including the Station Headquarters, the Air Defence Command and Control Centre, the Officers’ Mess, and other sections of the Station. The visit provided an opportunity to assess the operational readiness, administrative efficiency, and overall standards maintained at the Station.

Several infrastructure development projects and improvements had been completed in preparation for the inspection. These included the construction of a prefabricated building for the Warrant Officers’ and Senior Non-Commissioned Officers’ Mess, as well as the introduction of a fish therapy facility at the Airmen’s Holiday Home at SLAF Station Mirigama.

During the Commanders Inspection, In recognition of the exceptional service and dedication, the Commander awarded Certificates of Commendation to 

 Corporal Karunathilaka HDSS (Operations Ground III) 
 Leading Aircraftman Jayasinghe JASM (Operations Ground I).

Addressing all service personnel and civilian employees of the Station, the Commander highlighted the strategic importance of the Air Defence Command and Control Centre, emphasising its critical role as the nerve centre of the National Air Defence System. He also underscored the importance of maintaining high professional standards, commitment, and operational effectiveness in fulfilling the responsibilities of the Sri Lanka Air Force.

At the conclusion of the inspection, the Commander commended the Commanding Officer and all staff for their dedication, commitment, and collective efforts in maintaining the high standards expected of SLAF Station Mirigama.