Pacific Missile Range Fscility, Kekaha, HI

The Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF), located in Kekaha, Hawaii, is the world’s largest instrumented, multi-environment range capable of supporting surface, subsurface, air, and space operations simultaneously. Established in 1964, PMRF has played a pivotal role in missile defense testing, space operations, and naval training exercises. The facility has supported the development and testing of advanced missile systems, such as the Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense and the Standard Missile programs. Over the decades, PMRF has become a key strategic asset for the U.S. military and its allies, enabling complex training and evaluation in the vast expanse of the Pacific.