All drones and unmanned aircraft will be banned within Sri Lankan airspaces with effect from today (Apr 25), the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) said.
This decision was made after taking into consideration the prevailing security situation of the country, the CAA noted in a press release.
Accordingly, all unmanned aerial vehicles and unmanned aircraft systems or those which fit the description of ‘drones’ will be banned from operating withing the airspace.
The ban also means that previous approvals issued by the CAA in order to operate such unmanned aircraft also stands suspended.
An opportunity to travel to Japan for employment as skilled workers is being offered under a programme known as ‘Jayagamu’ Sri Lanka, announced by Labour Minister Manusha Nanayakkara.
Former State Minister Palitha Thewarapperuma passed away at the age of 64, after being electrocuted today evening.
The Sri Lanka Army has launched in internal investigation into the accident at the Fox Hill super-Cross races in Diyathalwa yesterday claiming seven lives.
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