Howland Island is a small, uninhabited island located in the central Pacific Ocean. It is part of the United States Minor Outlying Islands and is situated about 1,800 miles southwest of Honolulu, Hawaii. The island covers an area of approximately 1.5 square miles and is known for its flat terrain and sandy beaches. The island is historically significant as it was the intended destination of aviator Amelia Earhart during her ill-fated flight in 1937. Today, Howland Island is a protected wildlife refuge, home to various seabird species and marine life, making it an important site for conservation efforts.