AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  -
MODEL:  C-130E

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Master Sergeant James D. Kidd for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-130E Radio Operator with the 1st Special Operations Squadron on 2 August 1972. On that date, Sergeant Kidd flew an extremely hazardous mission through adverse weather conditions and through the constant threat of hostile ground fire and attack. In spite of this, he superbly accomplished the highly intricate and hazardous mission in support of free world forces. Through his personal bravery and energetic application of his knowledge and skill, he furthered the goal of the United States in Southeast Asia. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Kidd reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.