190912-N-JO829-1044 SAN DIEGO (Sep. 12, 2019) Sailors aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) take the E-5 advancement exam. Every six months, eligible Sailors are granted the opportunity to take the exam. Makin Island is in port conducting routine operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Colby A. Mothershead/Released)