170507-N-LD343-0003 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 7, 2017) Rear Adm. Ross Myers, commander, Carrier Strike Group 15, speaks with Capt. Joseph R. Olson, commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), before departing the ship following a scheduled visit. The ship and it's amphibious ready group are conducting a composite training unit exercise off the coast of Southern California in preparation for a deployment later this year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Demetrius Kennon/Released)