AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  Vietnam
MODEL:  C-123

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Michael A. Garoutte for heroism while participating in aerial flight as a C-123 co-pilot at Khe Sanh, Republic of Vietnam on 14 February 1968. On that date, Lieutenant Garoutte played an important part in the delivery of ammunition to Khe Sanh which was under heavy attack by hostile forces. Through professional planning and calm actions, four shuttles were flown into Khe Sanh although intense ground fire was received each time. The outstanding heroism and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Garoutte reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.