Gas Turbine System Technician (Mechanical) 2nd Class Jon McKissack, from Yucaipa, Calif., examines a fuel sample for bottom sediment and water in the oil lab aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island, the flagship of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, is on a deployment with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit to promote peace and freedom of the seas by providing security and stability in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Lawrence Davis/Released)