In response to concerns about the safety standards of the boundary wall at the Galle Road end of the Ratmalana Airport, the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) confirmed that it meets "obstacle limitation surface standards."
Taking into account the concerns raised by the flying community at Ratmalana Airport, the CAASL states that there is no objection to removing the wall, provided that state security authorities conduct a thorough security threat assessment.
Additionally, the CAASL states that if the wall is removed, establishing a perimeter fence made of frangible (breakable upon impact) material that adheres to prescribed safety standards is mandatory.
The CAASL emphasized that public safety on Galle Road must be prioritized, as an aircraft overrun or undershoot could pose significant risks to road users and residents.
The Minister of Civil Aviation has been informed following a site visit and technical study by an expert committee.
Former Chairman of SriLankan Airlines, Nishantha Wickramasinghe, arrested on allegation of corruption by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has been remanded until July 1 by the Colombo Magistrate court.
Deputy Minister of Finance and Economic Stabilization and NPP National List MP Harshana Suriyapperuma who is tipped to be named the next Finance Ministry Secretary resigned from Parliament today.
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