๐ SLAF Aviation Unit (MINUSCA) executed a high-risk CASEVAC in Am Dafok after a hostile attack on Zambian Battalion patrols. Despite severe weather & a volatile LZ, the crew safely evacuated 14 casualties across Birao & Bria. ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐๏ธ
More details: https://t.co/6slGeHzvZs
๐๐ฑ๐ฐ SLAF expands rotary-wing fleet with 10 Bell 206 (TH-57 Sea Ranger) helicopters, enhancing pilot training, operational capability and emergency response readiness under strengthened Sri LankaโUS defence cooperation. @PACAF@USEmbSL
๐บ๐ธ๐ค๐ฑ๐ฐ Forging stronger wings for the future.
Commander of US Pacific Air Forces, General Kevin B. Schneider, met with Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe โ reinforcing strategic cooperation, operational excellence & enduring partnership.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force Museum will be temporarily closed on 23rd June 2026 only.
We regret any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding and cooperation
๐ฑ๐ฐ The Lion Cub takes flight once again!
The SLAF successfully conducted the first test flight of its upgraded Kfir C12 fighter aircraft. Featuring advanced avionics and enhanced multirole capabilities, the upgraded Kfir strengthens Sri Lankaโs air defence and future readiness.
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The Sri Lanka Air Force Museum will be temporarily closed on 6th June 2026 only.
We regret any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding and cooperation
A significant milestone in Sri LankaโUnited States defence cooperation. Ten TH-57 โSea Rangerโ helicopters have arrived in Sri Lanka and will soon be inducted into service with the SLAF, strengthening aviation training, HADR and search and rescue capabilities.
#srilankaairforce
๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ค๐ฎ๐ณ Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singhโs visit to Sri Lanka highlights the enduring friendship and defence cooperation between India and Sri Lanka. The visit included tributes at the IPKF Memorial and official engagements with the Sri Lanka Air Force.
Welcome home, Champion
Corporal Tharanga PR returns to Sri Lanka after a sensational GOLD medal performance โ 89.28m and a new meet record at the Kip Keino Classic 2026 in Nairobi!
The nation is proud.
#WelcomeHome#SriLanka#GoldMedalist#Athletics
SLAF strengthens expressway safety ๐๐ฑ๐ฐ
Fire & rescue services now active at Seeduwa, Galanigama, Kurundugahahetakma, Pinnaduwa & Sooriyawewaโensuring faster response to accidents and emergencies across key routes.
#SLAF#RoadSafety#srilanka#ExpresswaySafety
17 SLAF athletes will represent Sri Lanka at the 6th Asian Beach Games 2026 in China, competing in Athletics, Handball, Volleyball, Wrestling, and Kabaddi. ๐ช๐ฝ๐
Wishing them the very best!
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