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Sri Lankan entrepreneur arrives home in privately-owned Gulfstream jet
Dr Rosh Jalagge has become believed to be the first Sri Lankan national to own a Gulfstream G-V, one of the world's most advanced long-range business jets. The businessman recently touched down at Ratmalana International Airport in his own aircraft.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Dr Jalagge, an alumnus of St Thomas' College, piloted the Gulfstream G-V into Ratmalana International Airport this week, marking a significant moment for private aviation in Sri Lanka. The arrival of the long-range jet, typically favored by high-net-worth individuals and corporations for transcontinental travel, underscores growing investment in premium aviation infrastructure among the island's business elite.
The businessman is the founder and principal figure behind the Roshana Care Group, a healthcare enterprise that has expanded operations across South and Southeast Asia. His acquisition of the Gulfstream G-V—capable of flying non-stop distances exceeding 5,000 nautical miles—reflects the scale of his commercial interests across the region.
The Gulfstream G-V represents one of the most sophisticated aircraft in the business jet category, featuring advanced avionics, intercontinental range, and luxury cabin amenities. Private ownership of such aircraft remains relatively uncommon in Sri Lanka, where most long-range business travel relies on commercial carriers or chartered services.
Dr Jalagge's arrival at Ratmalana comes as Sri Lanka continues to upgrade its aviation infrastructure and regulatory frameworks to accommodate private aircraft operations. The successful landing signals growing confidence among regional investors in the island's capacity to support premium aviation services.