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250525-N-NA545-1009 IWO To, Japan (May 25, 2025) A U.S. Navy F-35C Lightning II assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron(VFA) 147 and attached to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, prepares to land during a field carrier landing practice (FCLP) at Iwo To, Japan, May 25, 2025. FCLP is a required flight training for pilot qualification and proficiency that precedes aircraft carrier landing operations, ensuring warfighting readiness in support of regional security and stability in the U.S. Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dyxan K. Williams)