Beira lake to become water aerodrome ?

• The reintroduction of seaplane operations at Beira Lake holds the promise of enriching Sri Lanka’s tourism landscape while enhancing urban connectivity and celebrating the country’s unique blend of history, nature and modern infrastructure

The Authorities have decided to look into the possibility of converting the Beira Lake into an aerodrome. An initial discussion has been held in this regard with the participation of Defense Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) at the Ministry of Defence recently to discuss the matter.  

The meeting brought together key stakeholders to review plans for Cinnamon Air, operated by Saffron Aviation (Pvt) Ltd, to take over seaplane operations at the historic Beira Lake Seaplane Base. As a company specializing in scheduled and chartered float plane and wheeled aircraft services, Cinnamon Air is set to play a pivotal role in reconnecting Colombo’s urban heart to the skies and beyond.  

At the outset, the Defense Secretary highlighted the government’s broader vision of bolstering Sri Lanka’s tourism and hospitality industry. He underlined the significance of domestic aviation as an essential driver of this growth, providing faster, scenic travel options that both local and international visitors can enjoy.