Amphibious assault vehicles (AAV) from 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion (3rd AABN) transit to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton after launching from the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) during amphibious warfare certification operations. Peleliu is conducting sea trials in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Viramontes/Released)