AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  Vietnam
MODEL:  C-7A

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Stephen G. Kobelas for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-7A Aircraft Commander near Phan Rang, Republic of Vietnam, on 26 December 1967. On that date, Major Kobelas flying low level, in poor weather conditions, through mountainous terrain airdropped urgently needed ammunition and supplies to Special Forces personnel. Ground fire was directed at the aircraft on both passes. Despite the hazards Major Kobelas carried out his mission and successfully delivered the vital cargo to the ground forces below. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Major Kobelas reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.