We're thrilled to welcome Centrum Air's inaugural charter flight to MRIA! from Uzbekistan with 194 passengers aboard the impressive Airbus A321 Neo. The first charter flight arrived at 9.11 a.m. today (29th December) and was welcomed with a traditional Kandyan dancing performance, organized by Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited. We look forward to more successful journeys and further strengthening connections with global travelers. Forwardair Aviation (Pvt) Ltd. is the GSA for Centrum Air in Sri Lanka. #MRIA #CentrumAir #Aviation #SriLankaTourism #Welcome #NewBeginnings #MattalaAirport #KandyanDance #TravelSriLanka
Airport & Aviation Services Sri Lanka
Airlines and Aviation
Katunayake, Western province 11,888 followers
“Make Happy Journeys”
About us
Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited is a fully government owned company with statutory powers to manage and develop civil airports in Sri Lanka. It is one of the leading public business undertakings making a great contribution to the national economy and it is the institutional mechanism of the Government of Sri Lanka (GOSL) through which economic benefits of civil aviation industry are channelled to the nation's coffers. The company is among the top most profit-making blue chip companies in Sri Lanka. It is actively involved in the national infrastructure development drive of the GOSL especially in the field of aviation and the construction of the Southern International Airport at Mattala in the Hambantota District is one of such mega project, which is currently on its public works schedule. The company has identified the need for doubling the handling capacity at Bandaranaike International Airport within the next five years and construction works necessary for such capacity enhancement are planned to commence in the near future. AASL is being transformed into a marketing oriented blue-chip public company capable of withstanding competition and benefit from competitive advantage. The company is planning to promote domestic aviation using the existing infrastructure at civil aerodromes scattered around the country and spread its wings covering the whole island.
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https://www.airport.lk/
External link for Airport & Aviation Services Sri Lanka
- Industry
- Airlines and Aviation
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Katunayake, Western province
- Type
- Public Company
- Founded
- 1983
- Specialties
- Administration of aviation Services at Airports In SriLanka, Air Traffic Control of Srilankan Air Space, Air Navigation Services, and Management and Development of Civil Airports in SriLanka
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Bandaranaike International Airport
Katunayake, Western province, LK
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Colombo Airport
Rathmalana, Western Province, LK
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Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport
Hambanthota, Southern province, LK
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Updates
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We are delighted to welcome our two millionth tourist of 2024, Mr.Prasan from Thailand, who arrived today on SriLankan Airlines flight UL 403. A heartfelt thank you to all the travelers who have been part of this incredible journey. Your love for our beautiful island is what makes it truly special. We look forward to welcoming even more of you to our tropical paradise, Sri Lanka, to experience its beauty, culture, warmth and hospitality! Tourism Sri Lanka Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority #SriLankaAirports #BIAsrilanka #VisitSriLanka
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Experience a smooth and hands-free travel with our paid porter service. #SeamlessJourneys
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Colombo International Airport – Ratmalana celebrated the festive spirit with a Christmas carol performance on December 19th at CIAR. The talented choristers from CIAR staff filled the air with beautiful seasonal melodies, spreading holiday cheer to all present. The event was graced by the presence of Father George, the parish priest of Ratmalana, alongside with Mr. Aruna Rajapaksha- Head of Airport Management, Mr. Kishantha Nimalarathna- Head of SLAAA, Mr. Saman Cooray - Deputy Head of Civil Engineering (Maintenance), Air Vice Marshal Perera (Rtd.) from DP Aviation, and AASL staff #SriLankaAirports #CIARsrilanka
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His Excellency Akio Isomata, the Japanese Ambassador to Sri Lanka, visited Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) on December 20, 2024. During the visit, he met with Air Chief Marshal Harsha Abeywickrema (Rtd.), Chairman of Airport & Aviation Services Sri Lanka Private Ltd, to discuss airport operations and infrastructural development needs to accommodate increasing passenger demand. Ambassador Isomata inspected the construction site of BIA Terminal 2, emphasizing its strategic importance in alleviating capacity issues. He also reviewed equipment donated by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), funded by Japan, including an ambulance valued at approximately USD 100,000 and a digital signage system designed to enhance traveler experience. AASL plans to commence work on Terminal 2 in mid 2025, with completion expected within 30 months. The ambassador reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Sri Lanka. Attendees included Mr. Yamada Tetsuya from JICA and other senior AASL officials. #airport #aviation #srilanka #jica #international
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Welcoming Air Astana to the Sri Lankan skies with a flair of tradition! 🇰🇿 ✈️ 🇱🇰 Launching Air Astana operations to Sri Lanka for the winter 2024/2025 season, the first flight arrived at #BIAsrilanka this evening, and the flight was welcomed with a celebratory water cannon salute organized by AASL upon arrival at BIA, followed by a traditional Kandyan dance performance organized by the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau. Air Astana is now offering four weekly flights between Kazakhstan and Colombo. Here’s to new connections and exciting journeys ahead! #SriLankaAirports #VisitSriLanka
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