Wheeler Army Airfield ADP

Wheeler Army Airfield is part of the U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii on the island of O’ahu. A National Historic Landmark, the airfield is located at the site of the first attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 and has played a role in several historic aviation feats, including Amelia Earhart’s solo flight from Hawaii to the U.S. mainland in 1935. Many vintage hangars remain in use despite being deemed inadequate to support modern Army aviation operations and maintenance.

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WAAF’s area development plan needed to reflect the configuration and condition of the existing facilities that were compromising mission readiness for the 25th Combat Aviation Brigade. Maintenance personnel worked in makeshift spaces, and high-value aircraft parts stored outdoors were damaged by the salty air. Because of project funding constraints, planners were tasked with finding new purposes for the vintage hangars while maintaining their historical value. In addition, plans to develop support facilities and add an aircraft parking apron were needed.
The team completed a requirements analysis, revealing that the existing space was sufficient to forego constructing a new barracks, parking garage, battlefield weather and brigade/battalion operations facilities. In addition, the RA led to a vision for the underdeveloped southeastern portion of the airfield. Team members worked with Honolulu District construction managers and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to provide a phased development plan.