170823-N-BK384-492 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Aug. 23, 2017) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Esmeralda Hernandez, assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22), directs an UH-1Y Venom helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 (Reinforced) on the flight deck. San Diego is part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, which is operating in the Indo-Asia Pacific region to strengthen partnerships and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Justin A. Schoenberger/Released)