170918-N-DC385-458 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 18, 2017)

170918-N-DC385-458 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 18, 2017) An amphibious assault vehicle (AAV) enters the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) as part of an amphibious maritime warfare (AMW) exercise. AMW aims to enhance the interoperability and amphibious maritime capabilities of the Bonhomme Richard and 31st MEU team through a multitude of well deck evolutions. Bonhomme Richard, flagship of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group, is operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnerships and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Cosmo Walrath/Released)