AH-1Z Super Cobra pilots with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares to depart the flight deck of the USS San Diego in support of a visit board search and seizure exercise conducted during Certification Exercise (CERTEX) off the coast of Southern California, June 16, 2014. CERTEX is the final evaluation of the 11th MEU and Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group prior to deployment. The evaluation requires the Marines and sailors to plan and conduct integrated missions simulated to reflect real-world operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Rome M. Lazarus/Released)
Gunnery Sgt. Rome Lazarus
Taken on 16 June 2014
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