AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  Vietnam
MODEL:  EC-47

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major David E. Steiner for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an EC-47 Navigator in Southeast Asia on 18 June 1973. On that date, Major Steiner flew an extremely hazardous mission through adverse weather conditions and under the constant threat of hostile ground fire and attack. In spite of this, he superbly accomplished this highly intricate and hazardous mission in support of friendly ground forces. Through his personal bravery and energetic application of knowledge and skill, he significantly furthered the goal of the United States Air Force in Southeast Asia. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Major Steiner reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.