RUZAIK FAROOK
COLOMBO — The International Airline and Aviation College (IAAC) Airport Academy receive the Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Anura Karunathilake, accompanied by senior officials from Sri Lanka’s aviation sector at its academy at Ratmalana International no uh Airport recently. .
The delegation included W. W. S. Mangala, Secretary to the Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation; Captain Daminda Rambukwella, Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL); Aruna Rajapaksha, Head of Airport Management; Dr. Sumith de Silva, Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications at Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd. (AASL); and other distinguished officials.
The visit provided an important opportunity to showcase IAAC Airport Academy’s role in aviation education and its commitment to developing knowledgeable, skilled and professional individuals for Sri Lanka’s aviation industry.
As an aviation training institution operating within the Ratmalana airport environment, IAAC focuses on equipping students with industry-related knowledge, professional skills and practical exposure to prepare them for future opportunities in aviation.
The presence of the Minister and senior aviation officials was a significant occasion for the academy, highlighting the importance of aviation education in supporting the development of the country’s aviation workforce.
IAAC expressed its sincere appreciation to the Minister and the entire delegation for their valuable time, encouragement and support. The academy reaffirmed its commitment to contributing to the development of future aviation professionals through quality education, professional training and industry-focused learning.
The International Airline and Aviation College continues to work towards strengthening aviation education in Sri Lanka and preparing the next generation of professionals to contribute to the growth of the aviation sector.
