190121-N-RI884-0087 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 21, 2019) An AS-332 Super Puma helicopter approaches the amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) in preparation for a vertical replenishment. Wasp, flagship of Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Daniel Barker/Released)