An MV-22 Osprey departs USS Wasp (LHD 1).

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 04, 2010) An MV-22 Osprey assigned to Operational Test Squadron (VMX) 21 departs the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) during testing and evaluating of the Osprey for its upgraded flight control software and its ability to conduct short take-offs and roll-on landings. Wasp is underway conducting routine flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rebekah Adler) File# 100804-N-3852A-141