Caption:
Indian Ocean (Apr. 11, 2004) -- A plane director and shooter assigned
to the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) signal the AV-8B
Harrier pilot that he is clear for launch. The pilot and aircraft are
assigned to the "Fighting Griffins" of Marine Medium Helicopter
Squadron Two Six Six (HMM-266). The 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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