U.S. Army Leaders from I Corps gathered at Lightning Academy in Wahiawa, Hawaii, Jan. 9, 2026, for a commander’s conference dedicated to leader development and the exchange of key insights from the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 26-01. America’s First Corps continues to prioritize developing agile, adaptive leaders equipped to excel in challenging, dynamic environments. (U.S. Army video Sgt. Duke Edwards)
The recently completed JPMRC 26-01, which took place from November 3-17, 2025, was a large-scale, 15-day training event held primarily in the Hawaiian island chain and served as the certifying exercise for the 3rd Mobile Brigade, 25th ID. The key event of the exercise focused on the critical task of moving troops across maritime environments, with the 25th CAB demonstrating this capability by successfully transporting troops 200 miles across...
Air traffic controllers from the 25th Combat Aviation Brigade played a critical role in planning and executing the Long Range Maritime Air Assault at Ford Island by rapidly establishing and managing a fully operational airfield in coordination with U.S. Marines. Their months-long preparation and technical expertise enabled the safe control of dozens of aircraft and personnel, ultimately ensuring the success of the large scale joint operation.
