AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  Vietnam
MODEL:  C-7A

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Duane F. Cocking for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a Pilot of a C7A aircraft at Phuoc Vinh, Republic of Vietnam on 30 March 1969. While awaiting clearance for take-off, the field came under a heavy attack with several rounds impacting very near Captain Cocking's position. Captain Cocking made an immediate departure during which he sighted the firing position which was subsequently destroyed by Phuoc Vinh's artillery. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Cocking reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.