A Landing Craft, Air Cushion, attached to Assault Craft Unit 5, departs Red Beach during a simulated raid at Camp Pendleton, California, Sep 2, 2026. ACU 5 is one of three Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) commands in the U.S. Navy that regularly deploys LCACs with Pacific Fleet Amphibious Readiness Groups, supporting operations and exercises throughout the Arabian Gulf, Indian Ocean, and Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Kory Alsberry/Released)
The United States Navy marked the retirement of Rear Admiral Douglas W. Sasse III, following more than 33 years of dedicated service to the nation, Aug. 29.