Special Airborne Force

Special Airborne Force (SABF)
Special Airborne Force insignia
SABF insignia
Active1989
Country Sri Lanka
Branch Sri Lanka Air Force
TypeSpecial Airborne forces
RoleSpecial Operations, VIP Protection, Anti-Hijack and Hostage Rescue operations, Urban warfare, Urban combat rider duties
Part ofDirectorate Of Ground Operations, Sri Lanka Air Force
Garrison/HQSLAF Headquarters
Nickname(s)SABF
AnniversariesJuly 7
Engagements1987–1989 JVP insurrection
Sri Lankan Civil War
Commanders
Current
commander
Wing Commander Sumedha Ritigala

The Special Airborne Force (SABF),also known as Special Airborne Wing, is the first elite special force in Sri Lanka Air Force and forms part of the SLAF Regiment. It provides air assault capabilities and VVIP protection.