A CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Medium Titltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced) approaches the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego (LPD 22) for a landing. San Diego is part of Makin Island amphibious ready group and, with the embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is deployed in support of maritime and theater security operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph M. Buliavac/Released)