Posted: 01/01/2016
PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 15, 2016) An AV-8B Harrier, assigned to Marine Medium Tilt Squadron (VMM) 166 (Reinforced), takes off from the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during flight deck certification operations. Boxer is currently underway conducting routine training exercises and maintenance in preparation for its upcoming deployment. (U. S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael T. Eckelbecker)