190322-N-RI884-4404 EAST CHINA SEA (March 22, 2019) An F-35B Lightning II aircraft attached to the 4th Marine Regiment taxis on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp, flagship of Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, with 4th Marine Regiment, 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)