190122-N-RI884-0065 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 22, 2019) Sgt. Mark Smith, from Chester, West Virginia, and Oohio, a patrol explosive detection dog, with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) board a MV-22 Osprey assigned to the “Flying Tigers” of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) along with other Marines of the 31st MEU aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp, flagship of Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 31st MEU, 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)