AIRCRAFT SPARES DEPOT CELEBRATES 30 TH ANNIVERSARY
The Aircraft Spares Depot (ASD), Sri Lanka Air Force Base Katunayake, celebrated its 30th Anniversary 11 November 2026, commemorating three decades of dedicated service and invaluable contributions to the Sri Lanka Air Force.
The anniversary celebrations commenced with a customary Working Parade, followed by an address by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain MMA Mendis. In his address, he extended his sincere appreciation to all serving personnel for their continued dedication, commitment and contributions towards maintaining the high standards and reputation of the Depot. He also paid tribute to all past and present personnel whose devoted service and commitment have contributed to the success and distinguished history of the establishment.
As part of the anniversary celebrations, a tree planting programme was conducted within the Depot premises to commemorate this significant milestone and symbolize the continued growth and development of the Aircraft Spares Depot.
The celebrations were further enriched by a community service project conducted at the residence of No. 8136 Civil Assistant G.A.S.M. Kumara, who is currently serving at the Depot. Furthermore, reaffirming its commitment to social responsibility and community welfare, the Depot organized a donation of school equipment to the children of the late No.7354 Civil Assistant Y.P.G. Dharmasiri, who passed away on 19 February 2017 while serving at the Depot.
The 30th Anniversary celebrations served as a fitting tribute to the proud legacy of the Aircraft Spares Depot, providing an opportunity for its present members to reflect on the achievements of the past, recognize the contributions of those who served before them, and reaffirm their commitment to upholding the proud traditions and responsibilities of the establishment in the years ahead.
The anniversary celebrations commenced with a customary Working Parade, followed by an address by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain MMA Mendis. In his address, he extended his sincere appreciation to all serving personnel for their continued dedication, commitment and contributions towards maintaining the high standards and reputation of the Depot. He also paid tribute to all past and present personnel whose devoted service and commitment have contributed to the success and distinguished history of the establishment.
As part of the anniversary celebrations, a tree planting programme was conducted within the Depot premises to commemorate this significant milestone and symbolize the continued growth and development of the Aircraft Spares Depot.
The celebrations were further enriched by a community service project conducted at the residence of No. 8136 Civil Assistant G.A.S.M. Kumara, who is currently serving at the Depot. Furthermore, reaffirming its commitment to social responsibility and community welfare, the Depot organized a donation of school equipment to the children of the late No.7354 Civil Assistant Y.P.G. Dharmasiri, who passed away on 19 February 2017 while serving at the Depot.
The 30th Anniversary celebrations served as a fitting tribute to the proud legacy of the Aircraft Spares Depot, providing an opportunity for its present members to reflect on the achievements of the past, recognize the contributions of those who served before them, and reaffirm their commitment to upholding the proud traditions and responsibilities of the establishment in the years ahead.
