A Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 462, prepares for takeoff from Ukibaru Island during Poseidon Watchtower, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, June 10th, 2021. Poseidon Watchtower is a joint operation between Marines and Navy to enhance capabilities of expeditionary advanced base operations in the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility.

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