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Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Justin Loubeau, assigned to Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), directs an MV-22B Osprey, attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, April 30, 2026. Makin Island is currently underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Eric Nelson)