Sri Lanka has secured a significant leadership role in regional aviation security, with Captain Daminda Rambukwella, Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka, set to be appointed Chairman of the Cooperative Aviation Security Programme – Asia and Pacific (CASP-AP) for the 2026–2027 term.

 

The appointment comes as Sri Lanka prepares to host two major international aviation security events from 23 to 26 June 2026, bringing together nearly 80 delegates from 25 countries across the Asia-Pacific region.

 

The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) said the events are being organized under the guidance of the Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation, with the support of the International Civil Aviation Organization and its Asia-Pacific Regional Office in Bangkok.

 

The 21st Steering Committee Meeting of the Cooperative Aviation Security Programme – Asia and Pacific will commence on 23 June under the patronage of Anura Karunathilake. The meeting will be followed by the 14th ICAO Asia-Pacific Regional Aviation Security Coordination Forum.

 

Captain Rambukwella’s appointment will provide an opportunity to showcase Sri Lanka’s best practices in aviation regulation and security on the international stage while strengthening regional cooperation in aviation security.

 

Hosting these high-level forums is also expected to enhance Sri Lanka’s profile within the global aviation community, facilitate knowledge sharing with international experts, and generate wider economic and tourism benefits through increased international engagement.

 

The appointment reflects the growing recognition of Sri Lanka’s contributions to aviation security and regulatory excellence, further reinforcing the country’s position as an active and respected participant in the Asia-Pacific aviation sector.

 

 

ආසියානු-පැසිෆික් ගුවන් ආරක්ෂණ වැඩසටහනේ (CASP-AP) සභාපතීත්වය ශ්‍රී ලංකාවට 

 

ඒ සමඟම, 2026 ජූනි 23 සිට 26 දක්වා කාලය තුළ ආසියානු-පැසිෆික් කලාපයේ රටවල් 25කින් නියෝජිතයින් 80කට ආසන්න පිරිසක් එක්වන ජාත්‍යන්තර ගුවන් ආරක්ෂණ සමුළු දෙකක් ශ්‍රී ලංකාව විසින් සත්කාරකත්වය දරනු ඇත.

 

 

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Last Updated: 09 June 2026

It has come to the attention of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka that fake, fabricated, and misleading information is being circulated on several social media platforms.

Accordingly, the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka strongly emphasizes that the said information is entirely false, misleading, and unauthorized. No such statement has been issued to any media institution or social media platform by the Director General of Civil Aviation & Chief Executive Officer.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka is in the process of initiating the necessary legal action against the individuals and/or parties responsible for creating, publishing, and disseminating these fake and fabricated news reports through social media platforms.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka strongly urges the public, media institutions, and social media users to act responsibly and with due caution when sharing information relating to civil aviation matters and to verify such information through officially issued media statements and the official communication channels of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka remains continuously committed to safeguarding public confidence, institutional dignity, and the credibility of state institutions and will take firm action against the dissemination of false information and misinformation.

Media Spokesman,
Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka

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Last Updated: 26 May 2026

Today, we proudly commemorate 78 years since Sri Lanka became a member state of ICAO by signing the historic Chicago Convention on 1st June.

This milestone highlights our steadfast commitment to advancing global aviation cooperation and safety.

Sri Lanka continues to enhance its aviation safety oversight system, upholding its reputation as a trusted and reliable ICAO Member State.

We sincerely appreciate the valuable contributions of the Civil Aviation Authority staff and all stakeholders in fostering a safe, secure, and sustainable aviation culture over these 78 years. We look forward to your continued support in the future.

Capt. Daminda Rambukwella
Director General of Civil Aviation and
Chief Executive Officer

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Last Updated: 02 June 2026

A successful meeting was held at Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) with both local and international investors to explore potential investment opportunities at the airport.

This initiative forms part of a broader effort to attract foreign direct investment and strengthen Sri Lanka’s presence in the global aviation sector.

Under the guidance of the line ministry, the Ministry of Ports & Civil Aviation, Airport & Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited⁠ the statutory service provider for Sri Lanka’s civil airports together with the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI)⁠, has been entrusted with promoting these opportunities through official digital platforms and international networks, reflecting strong inter-agency coordination.

MRIA, a facility with immense untapped potential since its inauguration over a decade ago, is now poised for significant growth. The airport presents promising opportunities in tourism development as well as strategic investments in Airport Operations, Cargo Services, Logistics, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) sectors.

The meeting was graced by Eng. Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku, Deputy Minister of Ports & Civil Aviation.

Capt. Daminda Rambukwella, Director General of Civil Aviation and Chief Executive Officer (DGCA & CEO), Mr. Buddika Hewawasam, Chairman of the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority⁠, Dr. Sulakshana Jayawardena, Acting Chairman of the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI)⁠, Mr. Primal De Silva, Director of Airport & Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited⁠, along with representatives of AASL, CAASL, BOI, and both local and international investors attended the occasion.

In line with the Sri Lankan Government’s policy on public-private partnerships, the Ministry of Ports & Civil Aviation has launched a formal drive to attract both local and international investors to Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA).

This initiative aims to revitalize the country’s aviation sector while stimulating economic growth in the southern region.

Under the leadership of Capt. Daminda Rambukwella, DGCA & CEO, the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL)⁠ will continue to support stakeholders and prospective investors as the National Aviation Authority, serving as a key facilitator for this important investment opportunity.

Due to adverse weather conditions in the Katunayake area on the morning of 22nd May 2026, six inbound flights were safely diverted to Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA).

The diversions were handled smoothly, ensuring the safety and convenience of passengers and flight operations.

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Last Updated: 25 May 2026