The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL), through its Civil Aviation Promotion Unit, successfully conducted the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP) Sri Lanka Programme today (27) at D. S. Senanayake Maha Vidyalaya, Kandalama, under the leadership of the Director General of Civil Aviation and Chief Executive Officer of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka, Captain Daminda Rambukwella.

The programme was graced by Mr. Tao Ma, Regional Director of the ICAO Asia and Pacific Office, as the Chief Guest, reaffirming the shared commitment of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka to empowering and inspiring the next generation of aviation professionals.

Approximately 400 students from D. S. Senanayake Maha Vidyalaya and several other schools within the Galewela Educational Zone participated in the programme, gaining valuable awareness of the diverse educational and career opportunities available in the aviation sector.

The programme commenced with an exciting Model Aircraft Flying Display, which generated great enthusiasm among the students while providing them with a practical understanding of the fundamental principles of aviation and aircraft operations.

An aviation-themed art competition was also held as part of the programme. During the exhibition, Mr. Tao Ma and Captain Daminda Rambukwella visited the students' artwork and highly commended their creativity, talent, and enthusiasm for aviation.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Tao Ma commended Sri Lanka's continued efforts to promote aviation awareness among young people and emphasized the importance of nurturing the next generation of aviation professionals to support the sustainable growth of the global aviation industry.

Speaking at the programme, Captain Daminda Rambukwella highlighted the significant role of the NGAP Sri Lanka Programme in developing Sri Lanka's future aviation workforce and encouraged students to explore the diverse career opportunities available within the aviation sector.

The programme also featured presentations by aviation professionals, interactive knowledge-sharing sessions, and a variety of educational activities aimed at enhancing students' creativity, innovation, and understanding of the aviation sector.

The NGAP Sri Lanka Programme, implemented by the Civil Aviation Promotion Unit of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka, is a flagship initiative conducted across the country to inspire young people to pursue careers in aviation, promote aviation awareness, and contribute to the development of Sri Lanka's future aviation professionals.