PACIFIC OCEAN (April 18, 2021) A U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier assigned to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 214, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conducts preflight checks aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2). The Marines and Sailors of the 11th MEU are conducting routine training as part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG). Together, the 11th MEU, Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 1, and ships are designated as an ARG. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Jennessa Davey)