190526-M-EC058-0216 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 26, 2019) A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during flight operations. The Marines and Sailors of the 11th MEU are deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to support regional stability, reassure partners and allies, and maintain a presence postured to respond to any crisis ranging from humanitarian assistance to contingency operations. This image was created using panoramic techniques. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Dalton S. Swanbeck/Released)