SAN DIEGO (August 27, 2010) - Capt. James Landers (right) will assume the duties as commanding officer of USS Makin Island (LHD 8) from Capt. Robert Kopas (left) during Makin Island's first ever Change of Command Ceremony Friday, August 27, 2010. (U.S. Navy photo illustration by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Fairbanks/released)