200205-N-RP442-1025 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 5, 2020) A rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) approaches the well deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during a passenger transfer. Essex is underway in the eastern Pacific Ocean conducting routine maritime operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jenna Dobson/Released)