The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka is pleased to announce the successful completion of a Regulatory Oversight Activity conducted at the Instrument Flight Procedure Design (IFPD) Service Unit of Sri Lanka from 28 - 30 April 2026.

This important initiative was carried out with the expert support of Dr. Mian Fazalur Rehman, Air Navigation Services Specialist (PANS-OPS), Air Traffic Control Officer, and Air Navigation Services Regulator of the Civil Aviation Authority of Pakistan. His deployment was facilitated under the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Capacity Development and Implementation Bureau (CDI) project.

The primary objective of the oversight activity was to further strengthen the regulatory framework governing the Instrument Flight Procedure Design services in Sri Lanka, while enhancing the effectiveness and compliance of IFPD services. The engagement provided valuable insights into current practices and identified key areas for improvement aligned with international standards and recommended practices.

Following a comprehensive review, a series of targeted recommendations were presented to support the continued advancement of IFPD services in Sri Lanka. These recommendations are expected to contribute significantly to enhancing operational safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance within the national aviation system.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka expresses our sincere appreciation to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the Cooperative Development of Operational Safety and Continuing Airworthiness Programme – South Asia (COSCAP-SA), and the Civil Aviation Authority of Pakistan with special thanks to Dr. Fazalur Rehman for their invaluable collaboration and continued support extended over the years. 

Under the leadership of Capt. Daminda Rambukwella, Director General of Civil Aviation & Chief Executive Officer (DGCA & CEO), and with the guidance of Mr. M. A. K. Prasanna, Deputy Director General (Aeronautical Services Regulation), the Air Navigation Services Section of CAASL has successfully organized this comprehensive Regulatory Oversight Activity.

CAASL remains committed to upholding the highest standards of aviation safety and regulatory excellence and looks forward to continued cooperation with international partners in advancing the nation’s aviation sector.