AWARDED DFC: 2
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  GWOT
MODEL:  AH-6M

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross with “V” Device to Chief Warrant Officer Three Eric V. Cattaneo, United States Army, for heroism while participating in aerial flight on 4 May 2019 to 5 May 2019 as an AH-6M Fully Mission Qualified Pilot for a Joint Task Force in support of Operation FREEDOM'S SENTINEL. During this period, Chief Warrant Officer Three Cattaneo's actions directly resulted in the safe infiltration and exfiltration of ground force operators and the destruction of numerous enemy fighting positions while conducting five consecutive passes under coordinated and intense enemy fire. His personal courage, tactical proficiency, and professional leadership were directly responsible for mission success and the survival of the ground force. Chief Warrant Officer Three Cattaneo's distinctive accomplishments are in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the Joint Task Force, and the United States Army.

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