OKINAWA, Japan (Jan. 16, 2021) Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Ethan Clabaugh, from St. Louis, stands watch on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st MEU, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Matthew Cavenaile)