Facility Overview

The Wheeler UAS Parking Lot is a dedicated open-air surface parking facility situated at 1138 Airdrome Road on Wheeler Army Airfield (WAAF) in Wahiawa, Central Oahu, Hawaii. Developed primarily to support operations, military personnel, civilian contractors, and authorized visitors associated with Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) facilities and airfield flight operations, this ground-level lot offers standard open-bay layout parking. Because it is completely open-sky with no multi-story structural decks or overhead portals, there are no vertical clearance height restrictions. This open footprint easily accommodates standard passenger sedans, light trucks, full-size pickup trucks, SUVs, lifted four-wheel-drive vehicles common in Hawaii, and specialized maintenance or transport vans.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located on the historic grounds of Wheeler Army Airfield adjacent to Schofield Barracks, this facility sits in the strategic heart of Central Oahu. Nearby military landmarks and community services include the Wheeler AAF flightline, 25th Combat Aviation Brigade operational facilities, Wheeler Commissary, and the Schofield Barracks Main Exchange complex, just a 5 to 8-minute drive away. Beyond the installation gates, the vibrant plantation town of Wahiawa offers authentic local dining, casual cafes, and historic sites such as the Wahiawa Botanical Garden (approx. 7 minutes by car) and the Dole Plantation visitor attraction (approx. 10 minutes drive north toward the world-famous North Shore of Oahu).

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward via Airdrome Road, which connects directly to Wright Avenue and Santos Dumont Avenue, the primary arterials serving Wheeler Army Airfield. Crucial Access Requirement: Wheeler Army Airfield is a controlled U.S. military installation. All vehicle drivers and passengers must present a valid Department of Defense (DoD) Common Access Card (CAC), Military ID, or obtain an approved visitor pass via the Lyman Gate Visitor Control Center at Schofield Barracks or the Kunia Gate before accessing Airdrome Road. For highway transit, the installation connects quickly to Interstate H-2 and Kamehameha Highway (Route 99 / Route 80), providing convenient access southbound toward Pearl City, Honolulu, and Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, or northbound to Haleiwa. TheBus routes (including Route 52) serve bus stops outside the installation gates in Wahiawa.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Open-air surface asphalt parking with painted stall markings.
• Zero vertical height restrictions, accommodating lifted trucks, high-roof vans, and full-size SUVs.
• Dedicated Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible stalls situated adjacent to facility pathways.
• Area perimeter lighting providing continuous illumination during early morning and late evening operational hours.
• Complimentary parking for authorized active-duty service members, DoD civilians, and credentialed facility visitors.

Ideal For

• Active-duty military and civilian personnel reporting for duty at Wheeler Army Airfield UAS facilities and hangars.
• Aviation contractors, defense technicians, and logistics specialists servicing flightline equipment.
• DoD personnel requiring convenient, unobstructed parking during base duty rotations and operational shifts.
• Credentialed visitors attending official briefings or coordinated operational meetings on the airfield.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Drivers should plan ahead and ensure vehicle registration, current safety inspection, and proof of valid insurance are inside the vehicle, as base security forces conduct random checkpoint screenings. First-time non-DoD cardholders must allocate at least 20 to 30 minutes at the Visitor Control Center prior to attempting entry along Airdrome Road. Obey the strictly enforced airfield speed limits (typically 15 to 25 mph) and remain vigilant for military vehicle movements, ground support equipment, and pedestrians walking between hangars.