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USAF Distinguished Flying Cross Medal Heroes January 25, 2025
January 23, 2025 - Distinguished Flying Cross recipients (Capt. Anthony Carella, Maj. Alex Grayson, Senior Airman Ellis Fiscus, and Capt. John Squatrito) from the 6th Air Refueling Wing following their a ceremony at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. The aircrew obeyed an order to change their flight path and flew the KC-135 tanker towards an escalated situation on the ground. The pilots executed a precise orbit pattern over the fighter jets engaged in an air-to-ground strike, providing critical support and demonstrating exceptional coordination and professionalism in a high-stakes mission. The team's success was the result of countless hours of rigorous training and the experience gained from many completed missions. The Airmen’s seamless teamwork comes from a deep understanding of each other’s operational styles, forged through dedication and trust. The Distinguished Flying Cross is the fourth highest award for heroism and the highest award for extraordinary aerial achievement. Image created by USA Patriotism! from U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sterling Sutton. Distinguished Flying Cross Recipients | More Heroes U.S. Air Force Gifts | U.S. Air Force | U.S. Department of Defense Americans | I Am An American! | We The People | America's Destiny | Give Thanks | Love and Pride of USA | National Will God and Country | One Nation Under God | America's Symbol | Old Glory | Hooray USA! | America, My Home! Our Valiant Troops | I Am The One | Answering The Call | Brave Young | Brave Blue | Our Heroes, America's Best Veterans | Citizens Like Us | Vietnam War Veterans | Spouses Serve Too Honoring The Fallen | Don't Weep For Me | Remember The Fallen | Tears For Your Fallen | Our Wounded |
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