11th MEU conducts fast-rope ops aboard USS Boxer in Pacific Ocean

U.S. Marines, assigned to Maritime Raid Force, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct daytime fast-rope operations from an MV-22B Osprey, attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th MEU, aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), Feb. 26, 2026. Boxer, flagship of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is underway with the 11th MEU in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting integrated training that enhances warfighting capability and tactical proficiency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Sailor O’Rear)