PACIFIC OCEAN (June 1, 2018) Aviation Support Equipment

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 1, 2018) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class Christian Quesada disassembles a tow bar in the hangar bay of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during a composite training exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX is the final pre-deployment exercise that certifies the combined Essex Amphibious Ready Group
and 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit's abilities to conduct military operations at sea and project power ashore during their upcoming deployment in summer of 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Molly DiServio/Released)