170716-N-VK310-050 ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 16, 2017)Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Sarah Strong uses a tote board to communicate with the pilot of an AV-8B Harrier assigned to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231 prior to launch from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp is underway acquiring certifications in preparation for their upcoming homeport shift to Sasebo, Japan where they are slated to relieve the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) in the 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Molina/Released)