180906-N-LI768-1018 SAN DIEGO (Sept. 6, 2018) Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ships USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and USS America (LHA 6) take the Navy-wide advancement exam. Makin Island, homeported in San Diego, is conducting a depot-level maintenance availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Devin M. Langer/Released)