Frankie Rambo is a Compact Navy pilot and flight commander who served aboard the Endeavour during the events of Davra’s Endeavour. Trusted by JT Austin to manage day-to-day flight operations, Rambo was known for her competence, even temperament, and quiet sense of duty.
Role in the Throneworld Mission
Rambo personally flew Athena Austin to Demeter ahead of the Endeavour’s fateful mission to the Throneworld, a gesture that reflected JT’s immense trust in her. At the time, she was one of only a few officers granted broad operational autonomy under JT’s oversight.
Confession and Redemption
Shortly before the mission’s final phase, Rambo shocked the senior crew by confessing to being the Juno controller aboard the ship—a revelation that incited JT’s fury. However, under interrogation by Eric Yuwono, it was revealed that Rambo had been blackmailed into a false confession, manipulated by remnants of Juno to create confusion and chaos among the Endeavour‘s command structure. Her motivation, it turned out, stemmed from fear that Juno might one day radicalize Athena Austin in some future ideological war, and her confession was an effort to redirect suspicion away from anyone close to the girl.
Personal Oath and Forgiveness
Once the truth came out, JT reluctantly forgave Rambo—particularly after she made a solemn vow: “My life for your daughter’s. I’ll make sure nothing happens to her.” This kind of personal loyalty and sacrificial instinct deeply resonated with JT’s family ethos. He hired her as a senior pilot for the Austin-Cui Transport Company.
Appearances: Davra's Endeavour