Caption:
Indian Ocean (Apr. 11, 2004) - Flight deck crewmen assigned the
amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) hold-up a sign to confirm that
the AV-8B Harrier pilot has the cockpit correct settings for take off.
The pilot and aircraft are assigned to the "Fighting Griffins" of
Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron Two Six Six (HMM-266). 22nd Marine
Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) and Wasp are currently
on deployment as part of Expeditionary Strike Group Two (ESG 2) in the
5th Fleet Area of Responsibility (AOR). U.S. Navy photo by
Photographer's Mate 3rd Class D. Keith Simmons. (RELEASED)
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