The Tarawa-Class is a class of amphibious assault ships used by the United States Navy. Designed to support Marine Corps operations, these ships can carry a variety of aircraft, including helicopters and vertical takeoff jets like the AV-8B Harrier. They are equipped with a well deck for launching and recovering landing craft and amphibious vehicles. Commissioned in the late 1970s, the Tarawa-Class ships are notable for their large flight decks and spacious hangars. They play a crucial role in projecting power and conducting amphibious assaults, making them essential for modern naval warfare and humanitarian missions.