An AV-8B Harrier with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 (Reinforced) prepares to depart the USS Essex (LHD 2) during Certification Exercise (CERTEX) April 13, 2015. The MEU’s Harriers executed a long-range strike from off the coast of San Diego to training ranges near Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s air combat element works alongside sailors with the Essex Amphibious Ready Group to to accomplish their missions. ( Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anna Albrecht/Released) Danger zone! Harriers take off for strike training 150413-M-SV584-049

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