AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION:1.)The vital airlift mission without loss of personnel or equipment. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Alexander reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: C-123K
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Eugene A. Alfaro for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-123K Navigator in Southeast Asia on the night of 12 April 1971. On that date, Captain Alfaro flew an extremely hazardous mission of unarmed night reconnaissance, flare support, and forward air control against hostile vehicles carrying vital supplies and ammunition. With unwavering calmness and courage, he directed a series of air strikes against these targets, and in spite of intense antiaircraft fire, pressed the attack to its successful conclusion. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Alfaro reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: OH-6 (Loach)
CITATION:1.)The 198th Infantry Brigade, 23rd Infantry Division, awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for heroism while participating in aerial flight as evidenced by voluntary actions above and beyond the call of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. Captain Arzabal distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 13 November 1970. On that date while flying a Light Observation Helicopter LOH-6 in support of a friendly ground unit, when emergency medical evacuation was requested. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he unhesitatingly maneuvered his extremely vulnerable aircraft through concentrations of enemy fire to the pick up zone. Ignoring the danger involved, Captain Arzabal remained on the hot landing zone amidst intense volumes of hostile fire until the wounded soldier was places aboard for extraction. Repeatedly exposing himself to the enemy barrage, he returned to the battlefield on several occasions and successfully extracted friendly casualties until the insurgents were completely routed from the area. Through his timely and courageous actions, Captain Arzabal was instrumental in saving the lives of several fellow soldiers and served as an inspiration to his entire unit. His personal heroism, professional competence and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army. Ernest A. Arzabal is a member of the Distinguished Flying Cross Society.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: EC-47
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Lindsey E. Bierer III for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an EC-47 Pilot in the Republic of Vietnam on 24 October 1972. On that date, Captain Bierer flew an extremely hazardous mission through adverse weather conditions and the constant threat of hostile ground fire and attack. In spite of this, he superbly accomplished this intricate and hazardous mission in support of Free World Forces combating aggression. Through his personal bravery and energetic application of his knowledge and skill, he significantly furthered the goal of the United States in Southeast Asia. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Bierer reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: A-4E
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Bobby G. Butcher for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Pilot with Marine Attack Squadron 311, Marine Aircraft Group Twelve, First Marine Aircraft Wing in connection with operations against insurgent communist (Viet Cong) forces in the Republic of Vietnam. On the night of 20 June 1967, Captain Butcher launched as Wingman in a flight of two A-4E aircraft on a mission in support of a Marine reconnaissance team which was dangerously low of ammunition and in danger of being overrun by a numerically superior Viet Cong force approximately twenty-one miles south of DaNang. Upon arrival over the target area, Captain Butcher was guided by tracer rounds from the Tactical Air Controller (Airborne) and made an identification run to pinpoint the team's location. Realizing that extreme accuracy would be required in the delivery of his ordnance due to the proximity of enemy and friendly positions, he unhesitatingly commenced low-altitude bomb runs against the Viet Cong emplacements. Demonstrating exemplary airmanship, Captain Butcher repeatedly maneuvered his aircraft through heavy enemy ground fire and, despite total darkness and the rugged mountain terrain, delivered his ordnance with unerring accuracy, forcing the enemy to withdraw. His bold initiative and outstanding professional skill were an inspiration to all who served with him and were instrumental in the subsequent successful extraction of the reconnaissance team. Captain Butcher's courage, exceptional aeronautical ability and selfless devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger contributed immeasurably to the accomplishment of the hazardous mission and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: RF-101
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Alexander P. Butterfield for heroism while participating in aerial flight as an RF-101 Pilot over Southeast Asia on 15 July 1964. On that date, Colonel Butterfield volunteered to fly his unarmed aircraft into an extremely hostile area to obtain vitally needed photo intelligence of a heavily defended target complex. Despite the adverse conditions of bad weather, intense flak and mountainous terrain, Colonel Butterfield courageously remained over the target for 55 minutes making repeated low-level passes to obtain photographs of great importance to the military effort of the United States in Southeast Asia. The outstanding heroism and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Colonel Butterfield reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: F-105
CITATION:1.)The Distinguished Flying Cross. Colonel Robert L. Cardenas distinguished himself by extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a combat strike pilot, flight leader, mission coordinator, and as Wing Commander of the 18th Tactical Fighter Wing while deployed to a forward operating base in Southeast Asia on 8 May 1965. On that date, Colonel Cardenas demonstrated diligence and perseverance far exceeding that expected of an aircrew member in a hostile environment. His aerial actions resulted in significantly great contributions, both to the morale of his entire wing, and the effectiveness and success of the United States Air Force in Southeast Asia. His exceptional initiative in combat, and application of professional knowledge, served as an inspiration to all who served under him and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: HC-130H
CITATION: No additional Info

AWARDED DFC:3CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: AC-119K
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: UH-1
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Commander Clyde V. Christensen for heroism while participating in aerial flight in Helicopter Light Attack Squadron Three on 23 March 1971 while serving as Fire Team Leader of a Light Helicopter Fire Team scrambled at 0300. An outpost had come under concentrated enemy attack by two companies of Viet Cong supported by a well-fortified anti-aircraft detachment employing machine guns. Flying at dangerously low altitude because of poor visibility and receiving intense anti-aircraft fire, Lieutenant Commander Christensen directed accurate suppressive fire within 20 meters of the outpost while simultaneously placing rocket strikes on two anti-aircraft positions. After suppressing the enemy attack on the outpost, he concentrated his fire power on the anti-aircraft positions, exposing himself to heavy machine gun fire in an attempt to silence the weapons. Forced to rearm and refuel, Lieutenant Commander Christensen returned to find that the attack on the outpost had been renewed. Again facing intense anti-aircraft fire at dangerously low altitude, he directed accurate suppressive fire in support of the outpost while placing rocket strikes on the anti-aircraft positions. After two hours of heated battle, the enemy lines assaulting the outpost fell back in retreat. Lieutenant Commander Christensen's devotion to duty, courage under fire and exemplary professionalism were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: F-100
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Noel J. Christman for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an F-100 Pilot near Vi Tanh on December 10, 1967. On that date, Lieutenant Christman flew a mission in support of the 21st Division of the Army of the Republic of Vietnam which had been surrounded by three Viet Cong Battalions. The friendly troops were pinned down by the withering automatic weapons fire of the Viet Cong forces and were unable to either advance or withdraw. Completely disregarding the intense hostile ground fire, Lieutenant Christman made numerous low level bomb passes that were instrumental in allowing the friendly forces to regain the initiative and renew their attacks. The precise bombing of Lieutenant Christman enabled the 21st Division troops to achieve the largest single victory to date in the Delta Region. The professional competence, serial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Christman reflects great credit upon himself and the Unites States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: C-123
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Robert A. Curtis for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-123 co-pilot at Khe Sanh Air Base, Republic of Vietnam on 22 January 1968. On that date, Lieutenant Curtis played an instrumental part in the delivery of vitally needed ammunition, and the evacuation of wounded Marines and Montagnard refugees at Khe Sanh. Khe Sanh Air Base was under a day and night Siege by hostile forces which had destroyed a portion of the runway, leaving it cratered and littered with debris. Through Lieutenant Curtis' efforts four missions were flown into the beleaguered base successfully. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Curtis reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:3CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant James P. Davidson for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action, above and beyond the call of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. First Lieutenant Davidson distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 7 December 1969, while serving as Aircraft Commander with Troop B, 1st Squadron (Airmobile), 9th Cavalry in the Republic of Vietnam. When the Bu Dop Special Forces compound came under intense mortar attack, First Lieutenant Davidson immediately went in search of the enemy positions. Although subject to intense ground-to-air fire, he continually exposed himself while bringing effective suppressive fire on the hostiles, neutralizing three separate mortar positions. As a result of his actions, the enemy attack was quickly halted and the Special Forces Camp was relieved from further casualties or damage. First Lieutenant Davidson's outstanding flying ability and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service, and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

2.)> The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant James P. Davidson for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action, above and beyond the call of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. First Lieutenant Davidson distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 30 December 1969, while serving as Aircraft Commander with Troop B, 1st Squadron, (Airmobile), 9th Cavalry during a combat rescue mission near Duc Phong, Republic of Vietnam. When a helicopter was shot down by enemy fire, First Lieutenant Davidson volunteered to fly to the area. Receiving intense ground fire, he skillfully placed heavy fire on known and suspected positions and called in air strikes. Coordinating adjustment of the airstrike, other gunships, and the rescue operation of two downed helicopters, he made numerous low level passes to recon the area even though his craft was continually subjected to small arms fire. His outstanding flying ability and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service, and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

3.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant James P. Davidson for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action, above and beyond the call of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. Lieutenant Davidson distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 7 May 1970 in the Republic of Vietnam. When the flight came under heavy enemy fire, he volunteered to make repeated sweeps through the area placing suppressive fire on the hostile positions. Despite receiving hits which damaged his aircraft, he continued his assault until gunships could arrive and engage the aggressors. His outstanding flying ability and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Korea
MODEL: F-51
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Richard H. Deihl for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a pilot of a F-51 type aircraft, 18th Fighter Bomber Wing, Fifth Air Force, on 12 December 1952. Leading a flight of four (4) F-51 type aircraft, Lieutenant Deihl displayed outstanding airmanship and navigational skill when he led his flight directly to the target area at Otanni Korea. On the way to the target two (2) members of the flight were forced to withdraw due to engine malfunction. Lieutenant Deihl, knowing the target was a strong point in the enemy line of resistance, elected to continue the strike with only two (2) aircraft. Locating the target, Lieutenant Deihl pressed his attack through intense enemy ground fire, strafing enemy gun positions and personally scoring a direct hit on the enemy stronghold with his bombs. Lieutenant Deihl, through his superior leadership and bombing accuracy, was personally responsible for destroying one (1) observation post, three (3) automatic weapons positions and killing an undetermined number of troops. As a result of this highly successful mission, vital enemy defenses were destroyed, seriously hampering the enemy's potential in that sector. Throughout his entire combat tour, Lieutenant Deihl has displayed excellent qualitites of leadership and airmanship in attacking enemy troops, supplies and equipment. Through his skill, courage and devotion to duty, Lieutenant Deihl has brought great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: C-47
CITATION:1,)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Paul J. Demchak for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an EC-47 Navigator near Phu Cat Air Base, Republic of Vietnam on 12 February 1971. On that date, Major Demchak flew an extremely hazardous mission through adverse weather conditions and through the constant threat of hostile ground fire and attack. The vital intelligence he collected significantly contributed to the furtherance of Allied goals in Southeast Asia. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Major Demchak reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:2CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: F-4E
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Warren L. Eastman for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an F-4E Weapon Systems Officer over Southeast Asia on 2 August 1971. On that date, despite hazardous terrain and marginal weather conditions, Lieutenant Eastman directed his aircraft against hostile supply areas. Multiple passes against this target resulted in numerous secondary explosions and the destruction of vital hostile supplies. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Eastman reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

2.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Warrant L. Eastman for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as n F-4E Weapon Systems Officer in Southeast Asia on 9 November 1971. On that date, despite intense anti-aircraft fire and marginal weather conditions during nighttime, Lieutenant Eastman assisted in an attack on hostile supply vehicles and four hostile gun positions. Multiple passes against these heavily defended targets resulted in many secondary explosions and the destruction of vital supplies needed by the opposing forces. The professional competence, aerial skill and devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Eastman reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Iraqi Freedom
MODEL: AH-1W
CITATION:1.)The Distinguished Flying Cross for heroism while participating in aerial flight as Flight Leader, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron, 3d Marine Aircraft Wing, I Marine Expeditionary Force in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM on 2 April 2003. Having provided Close Air Support to 1st Marine Division units for six hours in low light level conditions, Major Goodell led his flight from the Forward Arming and Refueling Point prior to sunrise to support the advance. Arriving on station and finding Regimental Combat Team 5's lead armor element halted in a vulnerable position along a canal, Major Goodell immediately directed his flight to a secure route. Relaying crucial information concerning traffic ability and threat status, he provided armed reconnaissance for the tank's advance toward the regimental objective of An Numaniyah. Using all elements of his flight, he quickly detected and identified a coordinated enemy ambush site within the city. Under heavy enemy fire, Major Goodell decisively directed his flight, using precision weapons and multi-axis close-in rocket and gun attacks to destroy over seven armored vehicles and approximately 20 enemy personnel. His quick and highly effective actions enabled Regimental Combat Team 5 to rapidly advance through the objective city of An Numaniyah, across the Tigris River, and secure an initial bridgehead across the Tigris River for I Marine Expeditionary Force's continued offensive operations toward the capital city of Baghdad. By his superb airmanship, inspiring courage, and loyal devotion to duty in the face of hazardous flying conditions, Major Goodell reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:   1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  -
MODEL:  -
CITATION:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Ronald V. Grabler for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a Weapon System Operator in Southeast Asia on 23 September 1972. On that date, while flying in a lightly armed OV-10 aircraft on a support mission for friendly forces operating west of Quang Tri City, Republic of South Vietnam, Colonel Grabler located three enemy one-hundred millimeter artillery pieces which were being employed against an allied unit. Despite a barrage of extremely accurate anti-aircraft artillery fire that damaged his aircraft, Colonel Grabler employed his weapon system in conjunction with tactical fighters to destroy one of these positions and materially aided the advancement of the allied force attempting to retake the strategic position. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Colonel Grabler reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

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AWARDED DFC:   1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  -
MODEL:  -
CITATION:  No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: F-4C
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant John O. Harris for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a F-4C Pilot over unfriendly territory on 13 March 1967. On that date, Lieutenant Harris flew through intense ground fire, and despite marginal weather conditions, destroyed an important highway/railroad bridge. This mission resulted in disrupting the flow of vital military supplies along a major line of communication. The professional competence, aerial skill and devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Harris reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: C-7A
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: A-1E
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: C-130B
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain David L. Hickson for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-130B Aircraft Commander near Hue, Republic of Vietnam on 4 April 1970. On that date, Captain Hickson was called on to fly an Emergency Resupply drop to United States Army forces operating near the Laos-Vietnam border. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Hickson reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:2CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: F-4
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: AH-1G
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Robert J. Jackson for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary actions above and beyond the call of duty. Captain Jackson distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as the pilot of a gunship in combat support of ARVN forces which were engaged in heavy contact with enemy forces. Captain Jackson without regard for his personal safety flew repeated strikes against well dug-in enemy positions through intense enemy automatic weapons fire. By his accurate strikes, he neutralized one machine gun position which was impeding the advance of the friendly batallions. After rearming his gunship he returned to the contract area and continued to place effective fire power on the enemy despite receiving intense machine gun and small arms fire. He demonstrated exceptional professionalism and expertise in placing rocket fire with pinpoint accuracy. On numerous attacks he sustained hits in the fuselage of his aircraft when he fearlessly exposed his gunship to enemy fire to attain the best approach for attack. When released to return to his home base, he insisted on remaining and although taking murderous machine gun fire continued to engage the enemy until his ordnance was expended. His valorous actions contributed immeasurably to the success attained by the ARVN forces and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: C-130B
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Richard T. Jeffreys for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-130B Pilot at Khe Sanh, Republic of Vietnam on 25 March 1971. On that date, Lieutenant Jeffreys was assigned a combat essential mission to airlift ground troops and equipment out of Khe Sanh at the close of Operation Lam Son 719. Although Khe Sanh was under heavy rocket and mortar attack all during day, Lieutenant Jeffreys and his crew made four sorties into the short assault strip, repeatedly exposing themselves to hostile fire in order to complete their mission. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Jeffreys reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION:1.)The southwest. Captain Jones' timely and professional reaction to the attack was credited with halting the attack, disrupting the hostile battle plan, destroying much of the hostile forces' war waging materials inflicting heavy casualties on the attacking personnel and eliminating further attack threat to the friendly forces and materials of Marble Mountain Air Station. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Jones reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:3CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: A-4
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Dale J. Kennedy for heroism while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Pilot with Marine Attack Squadron 211, Marine Aircraft Group Twelve, First Marine Aircraft Wing in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 25 February 1969, First Lieutenant Kennedy launched as wingman in a flight of two A-4 Skyhawk aircraft assigned to provide close air support for a small Marine unit that was pinned down by a heavy volume of small arms and automatic weapons fire from a numerically superior enemy force occupying fortified structures southeast of DaNang. Arriving over the designated area, he was informed by the Marine Tactical Air Controller (Airborne) that the proximity of friendly and enemy positions would require precise ordnance delivery. Despite adverse weather conditions, First Lieutenant Kennedy unhesitatingly commenced a series of determined attacks against the hostile emplacements and came under enemy fire. Disregarding his own safety, he fearlessly maneuvered his Skyhawk through the intense hostile fire during repeated bombing runs, delivering his ordnance upon the enemy bunkers with devastating effectiveness. His bold initiative and resolute determination inspired all who observed him and were instrumental in his flight's complete destruction of the hostile position and in enabling the friendly unit to continue its mission. First Lieutenant Kennedy's courage, exceptional aeronautical ability and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of great personal danger were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.

2.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Dale J. Kennedy for heroism while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Pilot with Marine Attack Squadron 211, Marine Aircraft Group Twelve, First Marine Aircraft Wing in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On the morning of 12 August 1969, Captain Kennedy launched as Wingman in a flight of two A-4 Skyhawk aircraft assigned the mission of providing close air support for a Marine reconnaissance team which was heavily engaged in combat with a large hostile force at an outpost on Ba Na Mountain approximately twelve miles west of DaNang. Arriving over the designated area, he was informed by the Tactical Air Controller (Airborne) that the beleaguered team was occupying two bunkers 100 meters north of a concrete structure which was occupied by elements of the enemy unit. Despite the difficulties presented because of the location of the building on the crest of the ridge, Captain Kennedy skillfully maneuvered his aircraft in an attack and delivered his ordnance with such pinpoint accuracy that the building was severely damaged. Encountering an extremely heavy volume of .50 caliber machine gun fire from a hostile emplacement 300 meters south of the large building, as he pulled off the target, he quickly located the enemy firing positions. Undaunted by the intense hostile fire directed at his Skyhawk, he completely disregarded his own safety as he boldly maneuvered his aircraft on three bombing runs on the enemy positions and delivered all of his ordnance with exceptional precision on the target. As a result of his flight's devastating attacks, two of the hostile machine gun emplacements were destroyed and the building so seriously damaged that the enemy subsequently abandoned their position. Captain Kennedy's courage, superior airmanship, and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of great personal danger were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.

3.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Dale J. Kennedy for heroism while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Pilot with Marine Attack Squadron 211, Marine Aircraft Group Twelve, First Marine Aircraft Wing in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On the evening of 24 August 1969, Captain Kennedy launched as Wingman in a flight of two A-4 Skyhawk aircraft assigned the mission of destroying a large enemy defense complex approximately twenty-three miles south of DaNang. Arriving over the designated area, he was briefed by the Tactical Air Controller (Airborne) and directed to attack a secondary target which consisted of two enemy .50 caliber machine gun emplacements connected by a trench line, ten meters long. Undaunted by approaching darkness and the extremely heavy volume of hostile automatic weapons fire directed at his aircraft from numerous enemy positions hidden in tree lines, Captain Kennedy fearlessly maneuvered his Skyhawk on repeated bombing runs and delivered his ordnance upon the target with pinpoint accuracy. As a result of his flight's devastating attacks the two enemy machine gun emplacements were destroyed, as were the hostile positions concealed in the tree lines. Captain Kennedy's courage, superior airmanship, and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of great personal danger were instrumental in the accomplishment of the hazardous mission and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: AC-130
CITATION:1.)The Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an AC-130 Gunship Navigator over Southeast Asia on 14 March 1973. On that date, while on a night fire support mission over a heavily besieged friendly ground position, his actions enabled the friendly forces to successfully halt and repel repeated attacks by a superior sized hostile force. In the face of the constant threat of accurate anti-aircraft artillery fire, he continued to press the attack until the hostile forces were dispersed and was responsible for inflicting heavy casualties upon the hostile forces. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Major Kholos reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: -
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Warrant Officer Michael H. Knapp for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action, above and beyond the call of duty. Warrant Officer Knapp distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as Co-pilot of an armed helicopter in support of a reconnaissance team. The team had made contact with the enemy and was pinned down by the intense enemy fire. Warrant Officer Knapp immediately engaged the enemy positions and placed deadly suppressive fire on the emplacements. He continued his attacks until the positions were destroyed. Warrant Officer Knapp's courage and devotion to duty contributed immeasurably to the success of the mission. His actions are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION: No Additional Info

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Desert Storm
MODEL: A-6
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Commander Terry B. Kraft for heroism while participating in aerial flight as a Bombardier/Navigator of an A-6 aircraft while serving with Attack Squadron 115 embarked in USS Midway (CV 41) on 19 January 1991. Following his return from intensely opposed, low-altitude strike only fourteen hours prior, Lieutenant Commander Kraft led twenty air wing aircraft in a strike against a major Iraqi airfield on the second night of Operation Desert Storm. Facing multiple, layered missile defenses and relentless anti-aircraft fire, he called for maneuvers to defeat two of the many surface-to-air missiles fired at his strike group within moments of the final target run. With minimum time and under intense pressure, Lieutenant Commander Kraft prosecuted an extremely complex radar target to inflict heavy damage on an aircraft repair facility. Despite intensified enemy fire, he safely returned his entire strike group to the ship. Lieutenant Commander Kraft's extraordinary valor in the face of tremendous personal danger resulted in a significant reduction in the war fighting capability of the targeted base. By his brilliant leadership, superb airmanship, and courageous devotion to duty, Lieutenant Commander Kraft reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: WWII
MODEL: F-6F
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Dean S. Laird for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Pilot of a Fighter Plane in Fighting Squadron Four, attached to the USS Essex in action against enemy Japanese forces in the Tokyo area, February 17, 1945. While protecting friendly bomber planes attacking heavily defended aircraft engine factories, Lieutenant Laird engaged and destroyed two hostile fighter aircraft, thereby assisting materially in the accomplishment of the assigned mission. His airmanship and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Kit G. Lavell for heroism while participating in aerial flight with Light Attack Squadron Four engaged in armed conflict against the North Vietnamese and Viet Cong communist aggressors in the Republic of Vietnam. On the night of 26 November 1971, Lieutenant Lavell led a flight of two armed aircraft diverted to assist a forward outpost in the U-Minh Forest which was under mortar attack and in grave danger of being overrun. He expeditiously navigated the flight through low clouds and rain to the outpost where radio communications were established by a relay from the outpost through the Vietnamese Army Regimental Headquarters. Unable to talk directly with the outpost, Lieutenant Lavell immediately commenced flare drops from five hundred feet for reference. Intense anti-aircraft fire directed at the flight and directions from the outpost, which had observed the flares, enabled him to pinpoint the enemy positions. Without regard for his own personal safety, he commenced a prolonged low-level rocket and strafing attack beneath low clouds and rain in the face of enemy anti-aircraft fire. After expending all ordnance and returning to base, the flight was requested to return when the outpost came under enemy automatic weapons fire. Lieutenant Lavell led the flight back and, armed only with flares, dropped his remaining paraflares at irregular intervals to keep the enemy uncertain as to the intentions of the flight, saving the outpost from being overrun. His airmanship, aggressiveness and courage in the face of enemy fire reflected great credit upon himself and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: OH-6 (Loach)
CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Gregory MacNeil, WO2, United States Army, A Trp, 7th Sqdn, 1st Air Cav, Republic of Vietnam, for action dated 27 April 1968 for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary actions above and beyond the call of duty: Chief Warrant Officer MacNeil distinguished himself while serving as a member of an aero-scout team, during an evacuation of wounded American soldiers. An American ground unit was pinned down by a large insurgent force and was sustaining casualties. Though he encountered heavy enemy automatic weapons fire, he made a one hundred foot vertical descent into the landing area to perform the mission. He demonstrated great skill and professionalism in maneuvering his aircraft around the numerous obstacles endangering his flight path, Chief Warrant Officer MacNeil thus was responsible for saving the life of a seriously wounded soldier. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

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CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Roy T. Mantz for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Pilot of a Patrol Bomber in Patrol Squadron Forty Six during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 27 June to 19 November 1950. Completing thirty-five missions during this period, Lieutenant, Junior Grade (then Ensign) Mantz carried out daring patrol flights over an active combat area in the face of enemy small-arms and contributed materially to the success achieved by his Squadron. His courage, skilled airmanship and devotion to duty throughout were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: F-8
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MODEL: -
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AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
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CITATION:1.)The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Warrant Officer James M. McCollum for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action, above and beyond the call of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. Warrant Officer McCollum distinguished himself by valorous actions on 21 February 1969 as Commander of an ambulance helicopter northwest of Landing Zone English. Receiving a request to evacuate a wounded Viet Cong suspect, Mister McCollum volunteered to make the extraction in spite of poor visibility produced by ground fog and low-lying clouds. The friendly troops had only two flares to mark their position and both failed to ignite. Descending below the clouds to an altitude of approximately forty feet, Mister McCollum attempted a rapid, evasive departure, but the communists were zeroed in on his aircraft and riddled it with bullets, mortally wounding the medic. While Mister McCollum was executing a sharp turn, rounds cut through the windshield, wounding him in the leg and the Aircraft Commander in the face. Although he was painfully injured and blood partially obscured the instruments, Mister McCollum managed to fly his badly crippled ship beyond the range of hostile fire and return to a hospital at Qui Nhon. Warrant Officer McCollum's outstanding flying ability and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: -
MODEL: -
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AWARDED DFC:1CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT: Vietnam
MODEL: -
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