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

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Geoffrey Darling, Warrant Officer W1, United States Army, 121st Aviation Company (Assault Helicopter), Republic of Vietnam, for action dated 27 February 1970 for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary actions above and beyond the call of duty: Warrant Officer Darling distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as aircraft commander of a transport helicopter during a combat assault mission in An Xuyen Province. His aircraft received extensive damage from intense enemy fire while inserting troops in various landing zones, but with complete disregard for his safety, he continued in the insertions. His continuation of the mission at a critical time insured the later success of the mission. 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.