15th Wing
The 15th Wing is a unit of the United States Air Force, stationed at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. It is the host wing for Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, providing support to over 170 tenant organizations, including Headquarters Pacific Air Forces (PACAF). The 15th Wing's mission encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including air operations, maintenance, and mission support.
The wing's primary functions include strategic airlift, combat support, and theater support. It operates and maintains C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, providing worldwide airlift capability for personnel and cargo. The 15th Wing also supports exercises, deployments, and contingency operations across the Indo-Pacific region.
Subordinate units of the 15th Wing typically include operations groups, maintenance groups, and mission support groups, each responsible for specific aspects of the wing's overall mission. The wing plays a crucial role in maintaining regional stability and projecting U.S. airpower in the Pacific.