180615-N-MC499-0124 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 15, 2018) Sailors clear the pilot of an AV-8B Harrier for launch on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is underway conducting routine certifications to maintain unit readiness. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dana D. Legg/Released)