180416-N-NM806-0007 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 16, 2018) A landing craft, air cushion assigned to Navy Beach Unit (NBU) 7 launches from the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) during a certification exercise (CERTEX). CERTEX is the final evaluation in a series of training exercises which ensures readiness for crisis response throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Taylor King/Released)