191218-N-GR168-1052 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 18, 2019) Boatswain’s Mate Seaman Charmae Jane Peria, assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21), directs a landing craft, air cushion (LCAC), assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4, to enter the well deck of New York, Dec. 18, 2019. New York is operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S. allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Lyle Wilkie/Released)