PACIFIC OCEAN (July 17, 2016) – CH-53 Sea Stallion helicopters and MV-22 Ospreys from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced) prepare for takeoff aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island is conducting integrated training with Amphibious Squadron 5 and the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit off the coast of southern California in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jason J. Perry/Released)