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Flags of Royal-Thomian big match displayed on SriLankan flight – By CHATURANGA PRADEEP SAMARAWICKRAMA Source : dailymirror The SriLankan Airlines flight arriving from Melbourne proudly displayed the two flags of the 145th Royal Thomian big match. SriLankan Airlines reported a large contingent of supporters from both sides flying down from Melbourne aboard the aircraft, showcasing true patriotic spirit. The flags were taken down before the aircraft A330-300 commenced flight from Melbourne. ...

Mar 4, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , ,
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TRAINING AIRCRAFT OF SLAF CRASHES KILLING TWO – By Sunil Thenabadu Source : info-rain A training aircraft that took off from the China Bay Airport in Trincomalee has crashed, killing both the Sri Lanka Air Force personnel onboard. The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) confirmed that the crashed plane is a PT6 aircraft used to train pilots at the No 1 Flying Training Wing in SLAF Academy China Bay, that had taken off from the China Bay airstrip this morning (07) for an air test. However, the aircraft had crashed in the vicinity of the SLAF Camp in China Bay around 11.27 am. The SLAF Commander Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa has appointed a special investigation committee for further investigations into the accident. ...

Aug 8, 2023 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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The use of drones for a variety of purposes – By Bhanuka – eLanka   Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are aircraft that are controlled remotely or programmed to fly autonomously. They have a wide range of applications, from military and surveillance operations to delivering packages and capturing stunning aerial photography. One of the most talked-about potential uses for drones is in delivery services. Companies such as Amazon and UPS are experimenting with using drones to deliver packages to customers in a faster and more efficient manner. Drones have the potential to greatly reduce the time and cost of delivery, especially for remote or hard-to-reach areas. In addition, drones can be used to deliver lifesaving medical supplies to remote or disaster-stricken areas where traditional transportation methods may not be practical. Another area where drones are being used is in agriculture. Farmers are using drones equipped with sensors ...

Jan 5, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Bhanuka Nuwan Tagged ,
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RECOLLECTIONS RELATING TO AN RCyAF FLIGHT TO DELHI IN 1962 – By Mahendra Situnayake, RCyAF / RAF At the beginning of 1962, Ceylon was gripped by a Poliomyelitis Epidemic. If I remember correctly, there were many people, mainly children, who were infected – some died and some became crippled for life. In its search for a suitable vaccine, the Ceylon Government eventually decided to obtain a treatment (in pill-form) from the Russians. An arrangement was reached for the pills to be flown from Moscow to Delhi by a Russian aircraft; transferred to an RCyAF aircraft at Delhi; and then flown to Ratmalana for delivery to the Ceylon Health Authorities. I was detailed to fly a Heron to Delhi, to receive the Polio Vaccine and to deliver it to Ratmalana for collection. I cannot remember who the members of my crew were. I have looked-up my log book and have seen ...

Sep 30, 2022 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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