The 32^nd Steering Committee Meeting of COSCAP - South Asia (Cooperative Development of Operational Safety and Continuing Airworthiness Program – South Asia), an organization established to promote safety in civil aviation, commenced today (22^nd April) in New Delhi, India.

Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Sagara Kotakadeniya, the Director General of Civil Aviation and Chief Executive Officer of Sri Lanka Civil Aviation Authority, currently holds the Chairmanship of COSCAP-SA.

The Steering Committee is led by a Chairperson elected from among the SC Members, who serves for a term of two consecutive years and presides over the annual meetings. Sri Lanka’s DGCA was elected as Chairperson at the 31^st Steering Committee Meeting, held in Bhutan last year.

Established in 1997, COSCAP-SA has played a vital role in enhancing the safety of civil aviation across the South Asian region. The Steering Committee is responsible for guiding the program’s initiatives, which aim to improve aviation safety throughout South Asia.

In addition to member states, the meeting was attended by representatives from Airbus, Boeing, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and the Civil Aviation Authorities of the United Kingdom (CAA-UK) and France (DGCA-France).

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Last Updated: 22 April 2025

Marking a significant advancement in Sri Lanka’s Aviation Sector, the Aeronautical Information Management (AIM) Sri Lanka Team proudly launched the 04^th Edition of the Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) Sri Lanka and unveiled the newly developed AIM Sri Lanka website today, April 10, at a special ceremony held at Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake.

 The event celebrated the dedication and collaborative efforts of the AIM Sri Lanka team in ensuring the continued enhancement of aviation safety and efficiency through accurate, timely, and comprehensive aeronautical information services.

 In a symbolic gesture, Mrs. Nishani Cooray, Chief Manager of the AIM Unit, presented the first official copy of the 04^th Edition of the AIP to Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Sagara Kotakadeniya, Director General of Civil Aviation.

 The event was graced by Air Chief Marshal (Retd.) H. D. Abeywickrema, Chairman of Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL), along with senior officials from AASL and the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL).

 This milestone not only reflects Sri Lanka's commitment to aligning with international standards and best practices but also enhances the nation's role in regional and global aviation navigation and safety frameworks.

The newly launched AIM Sri Lanka website provides a modern, user-friendly platform offering access to critical aeronautical data and resources, reinforcing transparency and operational efficiency across aviation stakeholders.

📍 *Visit the new AIM website: www.aimsrilanka.lk

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Last Updated: 23 April 2025

The 23^rd Meeting of the Asia Pacific Regional Aviation Safety Team (APRAST/23) held at Bangkok, Thailand, 07^th to 11^th April 2025, with representing of all Asia Pacific Regional States and International Organizations related to Civil Aviation including ICAO, FAA, EASA, IATA and CANSO.

This meeting serves as a valuable opportunity for participants to learn from one another, address emerging challenges, and work collectively toward creating a safer aviation environment across the region and serves as a critical platform for aviation safety professionals in the region of Asia-Pacific to collaborate, share insights, and drive improvements in Aviation Safety.

The primary agenda of this year’s meeting consisted of the following activities and discussions of papers by two working groups where CAASL contributed tremendously.

- Review and Update of APRAST Activities

- RASG-APAC/14 Decisions and Conclusions

- Review of the RASG-APAC Annual Work Programme 2024-2025

- Fostering a Positive Safety Culture

Their involvement in APRAST/23 will help strengthen international collaboration and also will contribute to the implementation of key safety initiatives in international forums where all Asia-Pacific Regional States including China, Australia, and also the USA, all International Aviation Organizations and major Aircraft Industries including Airbus and Boeing join hands together to achieve the utmost common goal which is the Flight Safety.

Capt. Daminda Rambukwella, Deputy Director General (Flight Safety Regulation) and Civil Aviation Inspector, Mr. Isuru Sarathchandra of CAASL participated for this event.

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Last Updated: 21 April 2025

Dr. Bimal Dias, Head of Aeromedical Services of CAASL led an insightful session on “Lifestyle Modification and Redefining the Mind”, addressing Fits Air, one of key industry partners on the importance of holistic well-being in aviation under Government’s initiative of “ Clean Sri Lanka” programme.. The session emphasized the critical role of lifestyle adjustments, mental resilience, and cognitive optimization in enhancing performance, attitude changing, safety, and overall health.

Focusing on stress management, sleep hygiene, nutrition, and mental conditioning, the discussion highlighted evidence-based strategies to help aviation professionals adapt to the demands of their roles. Special attention was given to fatigue management, cognitive sharpness, and emotional regulation—key factors in sustaining optimal performance in high-stakes environments.

Firs Air staff actively engaged in discussions on integrating these principles into organizational wellness programs, reinforcing a proactive approach to mental and physical health. The session underscored the commitment of aeromedical services to promoting a sustainable and resilient aviation workforce.

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Last Updated: 11 March 2025