AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  Desert Storm
MODEL:  KC-135E

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Jay N. Selanders for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Pilot, KC-135E, during Operation DESERT STORM on 6 February 1991. On that date, Captain Selanders was instrumental in successfully recovering his KC-135E after two engines completely separated from the aircraft following a violent encounter with wake turbulence generated by another large aircraft. Captain Selanders’ quick, calculated assessment of the situation enabled him to assist in promptly accomplishing all required checklists and crew action items. This superb display of crew coordination was a critical factor in recovering his aircraft and crew. The professional competence, aerial skill and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Selanders reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.