PACIFIC OCEAN - An AV-8B Harrier attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced) moves into position for launch on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group is deployed with the embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit in support of the Navy’s maritime strategy in the U.S. 3rd Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Jason J. Perry)