MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 12, 2009) A landing craft, air cushion (LCAC) from Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4 turns after exiting the well deck of the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) to take Marines and equipment to the beach during an exercise Bright Star 2009 amphibious assault demonstration. Bright Star is a biennial, multinational exercise designed to improve readiness, interoperability, and strengthen the military and professional relationships among U.S., Egyptian and participating forces. Bright Star is conducted by U.S. Central Command. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan Steinhour/Released)
