Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Nicholas Mccurry, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5), signals an MV-22B Osprey transport tiltrotor aircraft to land on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island is underway for sea trials after a 13-month phased maintenance availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kory Alsberry/Released)