SLAF Helitours takes delivery of two Chinese passenger aircraft

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The Sri Lanka Air Force has taken delivery of two MA 60 passenger aircraft from China. The aircraft became part of the Air Force inventory in a simple and brief ceremony held at the SLAF Base in Ratmalana, presided over by First Secretary of the Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka Wang Jian Feng and the Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force Air Marshal Harsha Abeywickrama.

The MA 60 is a twin engine turboprop aircraft which has a seating capacity for 56 passengers.

Both aircraft which have been inducted to the SLAF are civil registered and will contribute towards aviation growth in Sri Lanka. These aircraft will be operated by Helitours, the SLAF’s commercial arm, and will offer a superior service with enhanced comfort on domestic flights. In addition, Helitours is also exploring the possibility of expanding the area of operation of these aircraft to regional destinations as well. Being no stranger to flying overseas, the SLAF is confident that these aircraft will be put to good use in meeting the ever-growing need for air travel in the region – Pix by Sri Lanka Air Force Media