Hickam Sky Warrior (translated in Polynesian Lewa Na Koa) is the unofficial mascot used to connect the 15th Wing’s mission of enable, employ, and project combat power with the Polynesian culture of our community. The mascot image was designed in an effort to unify all Airmen assigned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii and to give them an a unique identity. Since its creation, image of the Hickam Sky Warrior Tiki has been used on coins, unit morale shirts, social media, invitations, and memos.
There are four primary elements to the emblem; the Tiki head, tribal shark teeth, pineapple, and a spear.
The Tiki head in Polynesian culture represents the deified ancestors who are exalted after their death and are symbols of protection. For the 15th Wing it serves as a reminder of the men and women who died during the attack on Dec. 7th, 1941 and a promise to remain vigilant and fulfill our mission to protect U.S. interests and support key allies and partners, throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility.
Shark teeth represent power and adaptability, which highlights the 15th Wing’s commitment to adapting to problems and developing innovative solutions that will increase the readiness and lethality of the wing.
Pineapple is a reference to the pre-WWII era, when the Hawaii Air Force was referred to as the “Pineapple Air Force” by troops stationed here.
Spear head represents warriors and the courage to fight. This symbolizes every Airman’s role in the 15th Wing’s mission to enable, employ, and project combat power across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Tech. Sgt. Heather Redman)
| Date Taken: | 04.01.2019 |
| Published: | 12-03-19 02:26 PM |
| Graphic ID: | 9508 |
| VIRIN: | 190401-F-ZT243-001 |
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