This resilient renovation combines seismic, wind, and energy solutions for Hawaii ANG’s 154th Wing
Following Hurricane Michael’s damage at Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida, the Hawaii Air National Guard gained seven F-22 aircraft, prompting critical upgrades to its maintenance infrastructure. To support the 154th Wing, funding was secured to repair and modernize Building 3407, a 17,111 SF F-22 Light Low Observable Fuel Cell / Corrosion Control Repair Maintenance Hangar and Wash Rack Facility. FSB, serving as Designer of Record, delivered a full suite of architectural and engineering services to reconfigure the facility for expanded mission needs while ensuring resilience against Hawaii’s high wind and seismic demands.
The renovation included a complete building envelope upgrade, with new roof and wall panels rated for 145 MPH wind loads and aligned with the base’s architectural character. Hangar slabs were repaired and epoxy-coated, while drainage, oil-water separation, and grounding systems were modernized to support F-22 operations. Interior spaces were redesigned to improve functionality, including new offices, a fuel tank maintenance room, air lock vestibules, and renovated restrooms and locker rooms compliant with ABA accessibility standards. The project also incorporated advanced fire suppression systems, lightning protection, and seismic, and wind upgrades, requiring a creative structural solution that tied a new steel superstructure into the existing framework. Hangar doors were replaced with outward-swinging doors; a unique reconfiguration requiring extensive engineering solutions. Additional custom features include an above-ground oil-water separator which took into consideration the site’s water table and ease of long-term maintenance.
Sustainability was central to the design, with improvements to the building envelope, installation of high-reflectance roofing, and optimized HVAC systems reducing long-term energy use. WaterSense-certified fixtures and low-water landscaping cut potable water demand, while LED lighting with daylighting controls lowered electricity consumption and minimized light pollution. Additional wellness-focused features—such as low-VOC finishes, enhanced filtration, and expanded daylighting, created a healthier workspace. Combined, these upgrades position the facility as a resilient, energy-efficient, and mission-ready hangar that strengthens Hawaii ANG’s ability to maintain its growing F-22 fleet. The building is now fully electric and compatible with the base’s solar network, contributing to the Base’s resilient energy objectives and Air Force Sustainable Design and Development policy.