180106-N-ZS023-026 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 6, 2018) Sailors and Marines aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) inspect the flight deck for debris prior to conducting fight operations. America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to strengthen partnerships and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Vance Hand/Released)