171022-M-JH782-0082 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 22, 2017) A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 211, Marine Aircraft Group 13, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares to launch from the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during Exercise Dawn Blitz, Oct. 22, 2017. Dawn Blitz provides the opportunity to integrate fifth-generation aviation capabilities into the MAGTF and deploying this capability in sea- and shore-based roles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. April L. Price/Released)