Aircraft Industrial Facilities

The Aircraft Industrial Facilities program under the Navy's Aircraft Procurement initiative focuses on enhancing the operational readiness and efficiency of aviation support systems. A primary objective is to procure Calibration Standards (CALSTDs) and ancillary equipment necessary for maintaining the accuracy and reliability of Test and Measurement Systems (TAMS) and Aviation Support Equipment (SE). This ensures that the Navy's aviation weapon systems are tested, repaired, and maintained with precision. The program supports various calibration activities across Fleet Intermediate Calibration Activities, Fleet Training Activities, Aviation Navy Calibration Laboratories, and the Navy Primary Standards Laboratory.

Another key component is the investment in Fleet Readiness Centers (FRCs) through the procurement of industrial equipment. This initiative aims to increase the number of Ready Basic Aircraft by enhancing the capability and capacity of FRCs to perform critical repair and overhaul missions for aircraft, engines, and components. By modernizing equipment and expanding technical capabilities, the program seeks to maintain organic industrial capacity to meet both current and future operational requirements.

The program also emphasizes reducing costs associated with calibration by replacing obsolete equipment and expanding technical measurement capabilities. This effort is designed to decrease depot support costs, reduce out-of-service turnaround times, and provide enhanced geographic support for forward-deployed units. Additionally, it aims to automate calibration procedures to improve efficiency further and reduce fleet asset downtime.

The Aircraft Industrial Facilities program plays a crucial role in ensuring that the Navy's aviation support infrastructure remains robust and capable of meeting evolving demands. By investing in advanced calibration standards and modernizing industrial equipment at FRCs, the program supports enhanced fleet readiness while optimizing maintenance processes across various naval aviation platforms.