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

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major John D. Hunsuck for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as C-123B Instructor Pilot near Dong Xoai, Republic of Vietnam on 2 April 1967. On that date, Major Hunsuck was flying a combat support mission against unfriendly ground forces. Participating in operation Harvest Moon, he was instrumental in the successful accomplishment of the mission. Despite unfavorable headwinds and ground fire, Major Hunsuck dropped his load of paratroopers on the drop zone with split second timing and precision enabling them to serve as a blocking force along a main Viet Cong infiltration route. The professional competence, aerial skill and devotion to duty displayed by Major Hunsuck reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.