220806-N-VJ326-1127 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 6, 2022) – Sailors remove chocks and chains from a CH-53 Super Stallion assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) prior to take-off aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 6, 2022. Tripoli is operating 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 maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Malcolm Kelley)

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