Sri Lanka Aviation

ALN is undergoing a C check. Scheduled to resume flights after 20th June.

Any update on repaint work for UL A333s?

Arkia Airlines announced this morning that it is resuming its direct route to Sri Lanka for a limited time as part of preparations for the Tishrei holidays. It is scheduled every Saturday from September 21 to October 19.

https://www.jpost.com/travel/article-857456​

Thanks for the update !

According to Arkia website, Arkia wiĺl be operating CMB from 23 Sep 2025 to 22 Oct 2025. Arriving at CMB on Wednesdays

Flight Schedule

IZ639 - A332 - 23:00 - 10:55+1 - TLV-CMB - Tuesdays +1
IZ640 - A332 - 23:55 - 06:40+1 - CMB-TLV - Wednesday + 1

Air China is going to increase CTU-CMB flights from 4 weekly to Daily between 3-Aug-25 to 19-Aug-25

CA637 -17:45-20:55 - CTU-CMB - TU.TH.SU (3-Aug-25 to 19-Aug-25)
CA425 -17:45-20:55 - CTU-CMB - MO.WE.FR.SA
CA638 - 22:15-06:15+1 - CMB-CTU - TU.TH.SU (3-Aug-25 to 19-Aug-25)
CA426 - 22:15-06:15+1 - CMB-CTU - MO.WE.FR.SA

I see RUH booking are missing on 8D website. Do you know if 8D is going ahead with RUH launch on the 26-June-25?

I hope I'm not overstepping by sharing this here, but I wanted to express something that’s been on my mind. SriLankan Airlines currently holds a low rating on AirlineRatings.com, with numerous negative reviews. I've personally flown with SriLankan many times, and while I’ve recently chosen other options due to instances of certain cabin crew showing bias against Middle Eastern passengers, I must say that—overall—my experiences with the airline have been exceptional. In fact, they’ve been among the best I’ve had.

Isn’t it time we do something to help elevate and support our beloved national carrier?
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RUH route is on hold due to some approvals and slot issues at RUH. Sales are closed.

I agree; I have flown over 80 times with UL in the past 8 years, longhaul and shorthaul, business and economy and I've not had a single bad flight. My flights have ranged from average to good to very good and they deserve a much better reputation and rating.

Are 4R-MRE & ABL out of service?

Seems 4R-ALT is still on ground. 🤔

4R-MRE: "stored" according to planespotters.net
4R-ABL: Active; scheduled to operate a flight tomorrow.

cabin outfitting already or something else?

​Flag carrier connects Ethiopia , Sri Lanka

— June 17, 2025

-Unlocking new economic opportunities

Addis Ababa – Ethiopian Airlines has reduced trade and investment barriers, serving as a catalyst for enhancing economic cooperation between Ethiopia and Sri Lanka, the country’s ambassador said.

In an exclusive interview with The Ethiopian Herald, Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to Ethiopia and Permanent Representative to the African Union, K.K. Theshantha Kumarasiri said that the aviation partnership developed between the two countries has led to a formal request for Ethiopian Airlines to begin a direct flight between Addis Ababa and Colombo.

“This initiative aims to connect the African continent with Sri Lanka, benefiting the approximately 3,000 Sri Lankans working in Africa.” Currently, these individuals must travel via Dubai or Doha, Qatar. However, using Addis Ababa as a transit point would allow them to travel to Colombo more conveniently on Ethiopian Airlines, Ambassador Theshantha added.

He noted that Ethiopian Airlines already flies to Japan, China, South Korea, India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. He added that Sri Lanka could be the next potential destination, as it is strategically located in the center of the Indian Ocean, serving as a link between the Middle East, Europe, and East Asia.

The ambassador also observed that Ethiopian Airlines has undertaken a major initiative to build a new airport city in Bishoftu. He said this project aims to connect Bole International Airport with the new Bishoftu Airport.

According to Ambassador Theshantha , this expansion could create opportunities for Sri Lankan investors to participate. The partnership could involve service delivery, technical support, and expertise for the five-year project. He noted that Sri Lankan investors may find potential roles as partners in the venture.

He went on to say that Sri Lanka welcomed around two million tourists last year and is expected to receive three million visitors by the end of this year. He added that the new project would not only make travel easier for Sri Lankans but also attract more tourists to Sri Lanka due to its strategic location in the Indian Ocean.

“By establishing this connection through Addis Ababa, Sri Lanka could see an increase in tourism, trade, and cargo trade, fostering overall development,” he said.

Currently, trade between the two countries amounts to about 30 million USD annually, with both nations involved in importing and exporting goods. There are plans to expand this trade, especially in sectors such as garment and apparel manufacturing.It was recalled that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) and former Sri Lankan President RanilWickremesinghe met in Kampala during the Non-Aligned Movement meeting, where they discussed various bilateral issues, including aviation.

BY GIRMACHEW GASHAW

THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD TUESDAY 17 JUNE 2025

​https://press.et/herald/?p=117300

DP Aviation received AOC and is going to fly RML-JAF flights. I see C208 (4R-DPA);did a test flight from RML-RML on the 17-Jun-25. Is 4R-DPA dry leased from Fitsair?