AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  Vietnam
MODEL:  EC-47

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Paul J. Baldy for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an EC-47 Aircraft Commander at Phu Cat Air Base, Republic of Vietnam on 20 November 1969. On that date Captain Baldy flew an extremely hazardous mission through adverse weather conditions and through the constant threat of hostile ground fire and attack. The vital intelligence he collected significantly contributed to the furtherance of Allied goals in Southeast Asia. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Baldy reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.