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

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major James D. Stetson for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a KC-135 Navigator, over Southeast Asia on 10 January 1972. On that date, Major Stetson's exemplary knowledge and outstanding airmanship displayed under adverse and hazardous conditions aided in the successful completion of his unit's mission. The professional competence, aerial skill and devotion to duty displayed by Major Stetson reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.