A sailor assigned to amphibious transport dock ship USS Anchorage (LPD 23) signals to an amphibious assault vehicle (AAV), attached to the 3rd AAV Battalion at Camp Pendleton, Calif., as it embarks the well deck of Anchorage. Anchorage is currently off the coast of Southern California undergoing amphibious warfare certifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Lindahl/Released)