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

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Warrant Officer Michael H. Knapp for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action, above and beyond the call of duty. Warrant Officer Knapp distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as Co-pilot of an armed helicopter in support of a reconnaissance team. The team had made contact with the enemy and was pinned down by the intense enemy fire. Warrant Officer Knapp immediately engaged the enemy positions and placed deadly suppressive fire on the emplacements. He continued his attacks until the positions were destroyed. Warrant Officer Knapp's courage and devotion to duty contributed immeasurably to the success of the mission. His actions are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.