Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) Commanding Officer CAPT Luis “Rick” Rivera presents command coins to two groups of outstanding employees from the command Material Laboratory team in recognition of exceptional technical excellence and mission impact. He is joined by CAPT Shannon Thompson, FRCSW Executive Officer, and Mr. Shawn Delaware, FRCSW Executive Director.

Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW), in conjunction with Program Management Activity 226 (PMA-226), has successfully established a brand-new maintenance program for the U.S. Navy’s F-16 Viper aircraft, demonstrating the unparalleled dedication, skill, and collaborative spirit of FRCSW’s workforce and its partners. The new maintenance effort, designed to deliver vital Programmed Sustainment and Structural Repairs (PSSR) to the aircraft, was launched in an unprecedented 18-month timeline, an achievement that set a new standard for depot line activation.

On Monday, February 2, Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) had the distinct honor of welcoming veterans from Honor Flight San Diego for a comprehensive tour of our industrial facilities. These remarkable men and women, who answered the call during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, represent a legacy of courage and service that continues to shape our nation and our Navy today.

For more than 36 years Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) accountant, Paula Stauffer, has been a cornerstone of financial excellence at the command. Spending just about her entire federal career at one command, Stauffer’s dedication, precision, and deep institutional knowledge have directly supported the Navy and Marine Corps mission and helped ensure FRCSW was able to meet its mission to the warfighter.

FRCSW Commanding Officer, CAPT Luis 'Rick' Rivera proudly presented challenge coins to two exceptional individuals, Al Ruvalcaba and Joshua Jackson, whose contributions have been critical in advancing fleet readiness.

Teammates from the Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) Comptroller Department embarked aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt for an in-depth familiarization visit designed to connect their day-to-day responsibilities with the operational realities of the fleet. The tour allowed less experienced members of the team to see firsthand the complexity, tempo, and coordination required to sustain carrier-based aviation, emphasizing how critical accurate financial planning, execution, and oversight are to mission success.

Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) is poised to transform V-22 sustainment for generations to come with the opening of a brand-new, purpose-built V-22 repair facility on Naval Air Station North Island (NASNI) in San Diego, CA. The facility, building 418, is a 65,000-square-foot modern hangar complex designed to enhance capacity, reduce turnaround time, increase safety, and ensure that Navy aircrews receive the mission-ready aircraft they rely on.

Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) recognizes shining stars at the command. These photos show FRCSW teammates being recognized during a holiday-season awards presentation celebrating the people behind the command’s success. FRCSW supports the U.S. Navy by providing maintenance, repair, and overhaul services that keep aircraft safe, reliable, and ready for the fleet. The ceremony highlighted individual excellence, long-term dedication, and teamwork across both civilian and military personnel.

What looks like a holiday celebration is also a snapshot of mission success. The FRCSW Comptroller Team pauses to celebrate the season during their holiday party, but behind the festive sweaters and smiles is a group that has played a critical role in enabling FRCSW’s exceptional performance in 2025.

Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) site at Kaneohe Bay (KBay) provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for Navy and Marine Corps aircraft. They support operational readiness by ensuring aircraft are mission-capable and safe. The site has delivered outstanding results, consistently meeting and exceeding production goals critical to the Navy’s mission, demonstrating resilience and adaptability despite navigating workforce challenges.