PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 30, 2021) Aviation Boatswain�s Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Cosme Zamora, from Compton, Calif., assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), conducts flight operations. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, 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 3rd Class Jonathan D. Berlier)