171031-N-ZS023-016 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Oct. 31, 2017) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Joshua Diefendorf signals an MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) to land aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America and its amphibious ready group are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Seaman Vance Hand/Released)