Sri Lanka, Aug. 20 -- The Sri Lanka Aviation Unit in Bria, serving under the United Nations mandate in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), has received high praise and official commendation for the successful execution of a high-risk Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) mission.

Further, another commendation received to the unit, headed by the 10th Aviation Contingent Commander, Group Captain Uditha De Silva for the outstanding commitment, conscientiousness and professional expertise in providing critical air support, contributing significantly to the success of the mission.

The mission, carried out in a highly hostile and unpredictable operational environment, involved the urgent evacuation of three severely wounded UN personnel from Zemi...