Makin Island CARAT Indonesia [Image 27 of 97]

JAVA SEA

12.19.2022

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Kendra Helmbrecht 

USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

221219-N-VS068-1101

JAVA SEA (Dec. 19, 2022) – Indonesian military personnel observe an MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 362 (Rein.), 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Dec. 19, 2022. The U.S. continues to work with its Allies and partners to seek ways to improve multilateral security engagements and advance stability in the Indo-Pacific. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport dock USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th MEU to enhance interoperability with Allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kendra Helmbrecht)

• Date Taken: 12.19.2022
• Date Posted: 01.12.2023 01:09
• Photo ID: 7585023
• VIRIN: 221219-N-VS068-1101
• Resolution: 5274x3516
• Size: 449.85 KB
• Location: JAVA SEA