180114-N-NJ416-041 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 14, 2018) Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Cade Stall, assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), scrubs an AV-8B Harrier assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th MEU, 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 Arnesia McIntyre/Released)