25 jun 2026
RIMPAC kicks off in Hawaii with a focus on experimentation

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - The 30th iteration of RIMPAC will feature 30 to 35 experiments that involve unmanned systems, the Pacific Fleet’s second-in-command said Wednesday. The experiments are “a major part” of this year’s edition of the biennial Exercise Rim of the Pacific, Vice Adm. Jeffrey Jablon told reporters at a press conference. He declined to provide specifics. Along with the drones, RIMPAC also includes 30 countries, 31 surface ships, five submarines, and nearly 200 aircraft, Jablon said.
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Rim of the Pacific, the world's premier international maritime exercise, marks its 30th iteration this year.
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30th Rimpac Kicks Off in Hawaii
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