17 January, 2020
The ban on domestic passenger flights from Colombo has been lifted after 25 years.
According to the Civil Aviation Authority, helicopters can land at the Defense Ministry grounds in Galle Face.
Four domestic airline companies have been granted permission
Before 25years, flights were operated from Ratmalana and Battaramulla and the government said that the new decision will facilitate the development of tourism industry around Colombo.