AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  Enduring Freedom
MODEL:  UH-60

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Michael K. Connelly for heroism while participating in aerial flight on 25 May 2010, as a UH-60 Medevac Pilot and Team Leader in support of Operation Enduring Freedom 10. His selflessness, courage and leadership in the line of intense enemy fire saved the lives of all soldiers involved. Captain Connelly's actions are in keeping with the finest tradition of military service and reflect distinct credit upon himself, 5th Battalion, 158th Aviation Regiment, Task Force Ready and the United States Army.