160121-N-WK391-007 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 21, 2016) A surface-to-air intercept missile destroys a contact after being launched from the Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM) launcher on board the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) while off the coast of Southern California during a live-fire exercise. New Orleans, part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group (ARG), 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 Brandon Cyr/ Released)