190206-N-SA412-0982 PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 6, 2019) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Kelsey Turner, from Union, S.C., prepares to launch an F-35B Lightning II aircraft attached to the F-35B detachment of the “Flying Tigers” of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) during a visit, board, search and seizure drill. Wasp, flagship of the 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 3rd Class Sean Galbreath/Released)