| No. 8 Light Transport Squadron | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1994 - to present day |
| Branch | Sri Lanka Air Force |
| Role | Transport, Reconnaissance |
| Station | SLAF Ratmalana |
| Equipment | Harbin Y-12 |
| Engagements | Sri Lankan Civil War |
No. 8 "Light Transpor" Squadron is a squadron of the Sri Lanka Air Force. It currently operates the Harbin Y-12 from SLAF Ratmalana. Its roles include light transport, reconnaissance and pilot training for twin engine aircraft.
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In 1994 the No. 2 Squadrons aircraft were divided between the No. 201 and No. 202 squadrons. The No. 201 was later renamed the No. 2 Heavy Transport Squadron and the No. 202 squadron was renamed the No. 8 Light Transpor Squadron and operated the lighter aircraft of the air force.
Year of introduction