Cinnamon Air Reviews Lake Gregory Landing Incident 📈

Saffron Aviation Ltd (operator of Cinnamon Air) has launched an internal review following an operational incident involving its amphibian aircraft at Lake Gregory, Nuwara Eliya, on January 7, 2026. • Safety Status: The company confirms there were no passengers on board at the time. All crew members were safely rescued; no fatalities or major injuries were reported, though pilots were reportedly hospitalized for assessment. • Aviation Sector Impact: The incident involved a Cessna 208 Caravan Amphibian (4R-CAE). The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) has deployed an on-site team to conduct a formal investigation alongside the Sri Lanka Air Force and Navy. • Tourism Context: The aircraft was reportedly en route to pick up a group of tourists in Nuwara Eliya. This is the first such incident at Gregory Wewa since water-based domestic aviation operations began there several years ago. • Operational Track Record: Since commencing commercial operations in 2013, Cinnamon Air has safely transported over 80,000 passengers. The airline holds a valid Air Operator Certificate and emphasizes that safety remains its highest priority.