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The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) sails in formation with landing craft, air cushions assigned to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force during a bilateral exercise in the Philippine Sea, June 13, 2021. Bilateral exercises further demonstrate command control and interoperability between allies ultimately enhancing future operations. The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit is operating aboard ships of the America Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

210613-M-TS451-2328.JPG Photo By: Cpl. Karis Mattingly

Jun 17, 2021

PHILIPPINE SEA - The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) sails in formation with landing craft, air cushions assigned to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force during a bilateral exercise in the Philippine Sea, June 13, 2021. Bilateral exercises further demonstrate command control and interoperability between allies ultimately enhancing future operations. The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit is operating aboard ships of the America Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

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