Thailandâs extensive territories, unrest on its borders, and placement in a zone prone to natural disasters all make helicopters a critical aspect of its military capabilities.
For the valley on the island of Hawaii, see Waipio Valley. WaipiÊ»o is a census-designated place (CDP) located in the Ewa District of the island of OÊ»ahu in the City & County of Honolulu, Hawaii, United States. In Hawaiian, wai piÊ»o means curved water. As of the 2010 census, the CDP had a population of 11,674.
Donât expect to find a mall or a big box discount store here. Residents have to take a trip to Hilo or Kona for these services. One of Honokaaâs major draws is its location at the gateway to WaipiÊ»o Valley, easily one of the Big Islandâs most scenic and sacred destinations. The valley cuts between sheer, cathedral-like walls that reach almost a mile high and is inhabited by only a few Hawaiians.