180307-N-NM806-0001 EAST CHINA SEA (March 7, 2018) An MV-22 Osprey takes off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) during night flight operations. The Wasp Expeditionary Strike Group is conducting a regional patrol meant to strengthen regional alliances, provide rapid-response capability, and advance the Up-Gunned ESG concept. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Taylor King/Released)