Marines with VMA-214, 11th MEU, and with VMFA-211, MAG-13, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct integrated flight operations with AV-8B Harriers and F-35B Lightning II jets while underway aboard USS Essex (LHD 2) - Official.
The Essex ARG and 11th MEU are currently conducting routine operations in the Pacific Ocean.
(U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Israel Chincio)