October training advisory for Army ranges on Oahu

By U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii Public Affairs OfficeOctober 2, 2026

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SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii (October 1, 2026) 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 U.S. Army Hawaii’s Community Concern Line at (808) 766-7778 or usag.hawaii.comrel@army.mil. 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 5-9, 16-19, 22-27, 28-30 - Artillery, mortar, and demolitions live fire training on Schofield Barracks (Day and Night Live Fire, including late evening and early morning hours): Training hours will be Midnight – 11:59 p.m.
  • October 5-9, 12-16, 19-23 - East Range: Range and Jungle Tactics, Small Arms Blank Fire: 6 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily
  • October 16-30 - East Range: Aviation Training/Rappel Master School: 6 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily
Special Notice: From November 7-16, the Army’s annual large-scale training exercise called Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center (JPMRC) will take place. Anticipate an increase in military vehicular traffic, helicopter, and large cargo aircraft flights. Training for this exercise will occur primarily at Kahuku Training Area, Kawaihapai Airfield, Barbers Point, Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Wheeler Army Airfield and Schofield Barracks. Flights can be expected during the day and night hours and will involve both helicopters and cargo aircraft (C-130 Hercules/C-17 Globemaster).

[PDF - 423.6 KB]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.

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 or East Range training activities (between Wahiawa and Mililani Mauka). To receive Army training advisories directly, email usag.hawaii.comrel@army.mil with “Subscribe Training” in the subject line.

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