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The first flight for Operation TREK808 arrived at Hilo International Airport on Aug. 24, 2026. The C-17 Globemaster, from the 15th Wing based out of Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, carried three Southern California Edison (SCE) trucks loaded at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., that will assist Hawaiian Electric Company (HECO) power restoration efforts on Hawaiʻi Island. There are still thousands of homes without electricity due to the damaged caused by Hurricane Lala from Aug. 14-16 . The operation was a culmination of support and coordination between Hawaiʻi Governor Josh Green, Hawaiʻi National Guard, Department of War, Pacific Command, Pacific Command Air Forces, SCE and HECO.

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The first flight for Operation TREK808 arrived at Hilo International Airport on Aug. 24, 2026. The C-17 Globemaster, from the 15th Wing based out of Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, carried three Southern California Edison (SCE) trucks loaded at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., that will assist Hawaiian Electric Company (HECO) power restoration efforts on Hawaiʻi Island. There are still thousands of homes without electricity due to the damaged caused by Hurricane Lala from Aug. 14-16 . The operation was a culmination of support and coordination between Hawaiʻi Governor Josh Green, Hawaiʻi National Guard, Department of War, Pacific Command, Pacific Command Air Forces, SCE and HECO.

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The second flight for Operation TREK808 arrives at Hilo International Airport

On Aug. 25 at 2040, members from the active duty Air Force, the Hawaii National Guard, along with Hawaiian Electric (HECO), and Southern California Edison unloaded a second C-17 loaded with vehicles and supplies to assist Hawaii County with restoring power to those affected by Hurricane Lala. The Pacific Air Forces, along with the Guard, coordinated the efforts dubbed "Operation TREK808", by Hawaii Governor Josh Green. The two C-17s were used to transport trucks and work crews to bolster HECO efforts and help with longer term fixes. The Guardsmen are a part of Task Force Hawaii who also had missions including wide-area search, wellness checks, debris removal and more.

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The second flight for Operation TREK808 arrives at Hilo International Airport

On Aug. 25 at 2040, members from the active duty Air Force, the Hawaii National Guard, along with Hawaiian Electric (HECO), and Southern California Edison unloaded a second C-17 loaded with vehicles and supplies to assist Hawaii County with restoring power to those affected by Hurricane Lala. The Pacific Air Forces, along with the Guard, coordinated the efforts dubbed "Operation TREK808", by Hawaii Governor Josh Green. The two C-17s were used to transport trucks and work crews to bolster HECO efforts and help with longer term fixes. The Guardsmen are a part of Task Force Hawaii who also had missions including wide-area search, wellness checks, debris removal and more.

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374 SFS hosts combatives training

Defenders assigned to the 374th Security Forces Squadron demonstrate combative procedures during a training at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Aug. 20, 2026. The training is designed to build physical confidence, physical conditioning, and situational de-escalation or tactical response capabilities under stressed conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman David S. Calcote)

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VMFA 225 Vikings take on RED FLAG-Alaska 26-3

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II takes off from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, for the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex during RED FLAG-Alaska 26-3, Aug. 17, 2026. As the largest instrumented air, ground and electronic combat training range in the world, the JPARC provides miles of airspace, one conventional bombing range, and two tactical bombing ranges containing 510 different types of targets and 45 threat simulators, both manned and unmanned. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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PACAF Hosts CFACC Course, Strengthening Joint and Combined Airpower

U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, briefs the maritime commander perspective during the Combined Force Air Component Commander course at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Aug. 11, 2026. The U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Makenna Patterson)

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PACAF Hosts CFACC Course, Strengthening Joint and Combined Airpower

Republic of Korea Air Force Choong Oh, Commander, Cadet Wing & Vice Superintendent of the Korea Air Force Academy speaks with U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Lucas Teel, Deputy Commander, Canadian North American Aerospace Defense Region, and Deputy Joint Force Air Component Commander for 1 Canadian Air Division, during the Combined Force Air Component Commander Course at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Aug. 13, 2026. The course prepares general officers from U.S. military services and international allies and partners to lead complex theater-level air operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Makenna Patterson)

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PACAF Hosts CFACC Course, Strengthening Joint and Combined Airpower

U.S. Air Force Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, speaks at the Combined Force Air Component Commander course at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Aug. 10, 2026. The course prepares general officers from U.S. military services and international allies and partners to lead complex theater-level air operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Makenna Patterson)

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PACAF Hosts CFACC Course, Strengthening Joint and Combined Airpower

Commanders, leaders and staff from various military branches pose for a group photo during the Combined Force Air Component Commander Course at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Aug. 13, 2026. The course prepares general officers from U.S. military services and international allies and partners to lead complex theater-level air operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Makenna Patterson)

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PACAF Hosts CFACC Course, Strengthening Joint and Combined Airpower

U.S. Air Force Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, greets U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Joel B. Vowell, deputy commanding general of U.S. Army Pacific, at the Combined Force Air Component Commander course at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Aug. 13, 2026. The course prepares general officers from U.S. military services and international allies and partners to lead complex theater-level air operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Makenna Patterson)

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PACAF Hosts CFACC Course, Strengthening Joint and Combined Airpower

U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Pacific Command, speaks with attendees of the Combined Force Air Component Commander course at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Aug. 10, 2026. US PACOM is committed to enhancing stability in the Pacific region by promoting security cooperation, encouraging peaceful development, responding to contingencies, deterring aggression and, when necessary, prevailing in conflict. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Makenna Patterson)

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35th Fighter Wing reinforces U.S.-Japan partnership in Aomori

Aomori Prefecture Gov. Sōichirō Miyashita, left, and U.S. Air Force Col. Oliver Lause, 35th Fighter Wing commander, right, shakes hands following an introductory office call in Aomori City, Japan, Aug. 19, 2026. The visit reaffirmed an enduring host-nation partnership that strengthens alliance resilience, supports Misawa’s ability to execute its mission and contributes to the broader Department of War objective of preserving peace in the Pacific through credible military strength. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)

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35th Fighter Wing reinforces U.S.-Japan partnership in Aomori

U.S. Air Force Col. Oliver Lause, 35th Fighter Wing commander, right, meets with Aomori Prefecture Gov. Sōichirō Miyashita, left, during an introductory office call in Aomori City, Japan, Aug. 19, 2026. Continued engagement at the prefectural level strengthens community ties, encourages collaboration and supports the long-term relationship between Misawa Air Base and northern Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)

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35th Fighter Wing reinforces U.S.-Japan partnership in Aomori

U.S. Air Force Col. Oliver Lause, 35th Fighter Wing commander, right, speaks with Aomori Prefecture Gov. Sōichirō Miyashita during an introductory office call in Aomori City, Japan, Aug. 19, 2026. The discussion reinforced the trust and coordination required to align local, military and alliance efforts, supporting a combat-credible posture that strengthens deterrence and contributes to peace through strength in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)

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35th Fighter Wing reinforces U.S.-Japan partnership in Aomori

Aomori Prefecture Gov. Sōichirō Miyashita, left, meets with 35th Fighter Wing leaders during an introductory office call in Aomori City, Japan, Aug. 19, 2026. Continued engagement with prefectural leaders strengthens mutual understanding and supports the seamless coordination needed to respond to challenges ranging from severe weather and natural disasters to regional security concerns. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)

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35th Fighter Wing reinforces U.S.-Japan partnership in Aomori

Aomori Prefecture Gov. Sōichirō Miyashita, left, and U.S. Air Force Col. Oliver Lause, 35th Fighter Wing commander, right, exchange business cards during an introductory office call in Aomori City, Japan, Aug. 19, 2026. The meeting provided an opportunity to establish rapport with Aomori prefecture leaders and reinforced the host-nation relationships that support Misawa’s enduring presence and operational effectiveness, strengthening the alliance foundation required to maintain credible deterrence and preserve peace in the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)

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Alaskan NORAD Region, Alaskan Command and Eleventh Air Force change-of-responsibility ceremony

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Robert Davis, commander of ANR, ALCOM and 11th Air Force, entrusts the unit colors to Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Helms, incoming command chief of 11th AF, during a change-of-responsibility ceremony at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 11, 2026. The transfer of the guidon publicly demonstrates the commander's trust in the incoming chief to advocate for the welfare, readiness and morale of the enlisted force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Theodore Gowdy)

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Alaskan NORAD Region, Alaskan Command and Eleventh Air Force change-of-responsibility ceremony

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Robert Davis, commander of Alaskan NORAD Region, Alaskan Command and Eleventh Air Force, entrusts the unit colors to Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Helms, incoming senior enlisted leader of ANR, ALCOM, and command chief of 11th AF, during a change-of-responsibility ceremony at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 11, 2026. The transfer of the guidon publicly demonstrates the commander's trust in the incoming senior enlisted leader to advocate for the welfare, readiness and morale of the enlisted force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Theodore Gowdy)

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Alaskan NORAD Region, Alaskan Command and Eleventh Air Force change-of-responsibility ceremony

Chief Master Sgt. Heath Tempel, outgoing senior enlisted leader of Alaskan NORAD Region, Alaskan Command, and command chief of Eleventh Air Force, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Helms, incoming senior enlisted leader of ANR, ALCOM, and command chief of 11th AF, react to opening remarks delivered by Lt. Gen. Robert Davis, commander of ANR, ALCOM and 11th AF, during a change-of-responsibility ceremony at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 11, 2026. The ceremony formally transferred senior enlisted responsibilities from Tempel to Helms. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Theodore Gowdy)

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