181023-N-VK310-0117 EAST CHINA SEA (Oct. 23, 2018) An F-35B Lightning II aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121 flies by the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp, flagship of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Molina/Released)