Army Training Advisory October.pdf [PDF - 250.3 KB]

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii (October 1, 2024) — Local Army units are scheduled to conduct routine training activities in October that may be heard by surrounding communities.

Training can occur during daytime and nighttime hours and is subject to change. Weather, such as overcast conditions and Kona winds (southerly) can increase noise and vibrations.  Should individuals hear noise, there is no immediate danger.

To report concerns related to noise or training, contact the NEW U.S. Army Hawaii’s Community Concern Line at (808) 787-1528 or [email protected]. Concerns are responded to during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

For the community’s awareness, the training is as follows:

·        October 4-9

·        October 7-16

Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Exercise

Kawaihapai (Dillingham) Airfield will be experiencing a high volume of air operations. Anticipate an increase of military traffic and helicopter noise.

Large-scale training exercise called Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center (JPMRC). Anticipate an increase in military traffic, helicopter, fixed-wing aircraft flights.

Training for this exercise will occur primarily at Kahuku Training Area, Kawaihapai Airfield, Kawailoa Training Area, East Range, and Schofield Barracks. See JPMRC Fact Sheet attached

Increased aircraft activity at Wheeler Army Airfield on Oahu. Flights can be expected day and night hours. This will involve helicopters and fixed wing cargo aircraft (C-130/C-17).

·        October 1-11

·        October 2, 8-10

·        October 7-12, 14-19, 21-25

East Range – Training will occur 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Jungle Operations Training Course

Small Arms Blank Fire

Ranger Tactics

·        October 3, 8, 10

East Range - Aviation Training: Day Only

The military appreciates the understanding and continued support of the local community. While sometimes loud, this training is critical to ensure military units and service members are ready to accomplish their mission and return home safely.

To report concerns related to noise or training, contact U.S. Army Hawaii’s Noise Concern Line at (808) 787-1528 or [email protected]  Concerns are responded to during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

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The Army produces this monthly schedule to alert neighbors of upcoming training activities that are louder in nature and may be heard outside the military installation. This schedule is subject to change and is not inclusive of all Army aviation/unmanned aircraft system (UAS) activities, or East Range training activities (between Wahiawa and Mililani Mauka). To receive Army training advisories directly, email [email protected] with “Subscribe Training” in the subject line.