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A landing craft, air cushion, attached to Assault Craft Unit 5, approaches the well deck of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), May 8, 2026. Makin Island is currently underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Micah Malala)