Makin Island MV-22 Maintenance [Image 51 of 97]

JAVA SEA

12.29.2022

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Kendra Helmbrecht 

USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

221229-N-VS068-2047

JAVA SEA (Dec. 29, 2022) – Sgt. Taylor Williamson, a tilt rotor mechanic assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor (VMM) 362 (Rein.), 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), uses socket wrench to remove screws in the hangar bay aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Dec. 29, 2022. Conducting maintenance is necessary to prevent corrosion to equipment and ensure personnel safety. 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 Marine Expeditionary Unit 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: 12.29.2022
• Date Posted: 01.12.2023 01:07
• Photo ID: 7585065
• VIRIN: 221229-N-VS068-2048
• Resolution: 6060x4241
• Size: 463.07 KB
• Location: JAVA SEA