CORAL SEA (July 27, 2017) An AV-8B Harrier II, assigned to the “Tomcats” of Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 311, takes off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG), is operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance partnership and be a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Diana Quinlan/Released) 170727-N-WF272-002
