170828-N-BK384-456 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Aug. 28, 2017) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class Josebenjamin Lopez, assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22), prepares to direct an AH-1Z Viper attack 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)