News

Sept. 24, 2020
Not missing a beat: 15th MDG flies newborn for emergency heart surgery

Shortly after birth, Olivia Callaway was immediately rushed to Kapi’oplani Medical Center for Women and Children’s newborn intensive care unit and diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening heart condition.
Sept. 17, 2020
Happy 73rd birthday, Air Force!

Looking at our aircraft now, it may be hard to believe that American air power started with Benjamin Franklin thinking about using hot-air balloons in warfare in 1783.
Sept. 2, 2020
I felt Powerless to #BeThere to “Protect my Ohana”

I will never forget the devastating shock. I had no idea she wanted to die—she was smart, beautiful, and quite hilarious. She had expressed excitement about her spring break trip to California to see the Broadway play, Hamilton. Our family was struggling, but what could have made her feel like
Aug. 20, 2020
Aloha to the dog days

The dog days of summer, officially from July 22 through August 22 every year, are thought to be the hottest days of the year.The term surfaced from the ancient Romans, naming the part of the year in respect of their dog constellation, the cluster Sirius.
Aug. 14, 2020
Finance visits becoming easier

The 15th Comptroller Squadron is implementing a new virtual program to make Air Force finance matters easier.
Aug. 13, 2020
Special warfare gets a level up

After a 1,500-feet leap of faith to the ground, a Tactical Air Control Party Airman is responsible for directing airstrikes at the right time and place.
Aug. 10, 2020
Civilian Personnel Office: Mission critical, COVID hardened

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the Department of Defense works to adjust its policies to keep everyone safe while meeting mission requirements.
Aug. 1, 2020
Beat the heat

As summer continues and the weather gets hotter, Airmen need to be aware of the risks of outdoor work to stay cool and safe.
July 25, 2020
Hawaii-based Ships to Sortie ahead of Hurricane Douglas

Rear Adm. Robert Chadwick, commander, Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, announced that U.S. Navy ships and submarines based in Hawaii not currently undergoing maintenance availabilities have begun plans to sortie as Hurricane Douglas travels toward the Hawaiian Islands. Ships that sortie will be
July 23, 2020
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam sets Tropical Cyclone Condition of Readiness Four

In preparation for Hurricane DOUGLAS, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam has set Tropical Cyclone Condition of Readiness (TCCOR) FOUR with destructive and sustained winds of 50 knots or greater possible within 72 hours.