Distinguished Flying Cross

Noun

Meaning

a United States Air Force decoration for heroism while participating in an aerial flight

Source: WordNet

Hypernyms

palm medallion medal decoration ribbon laurel wreath

Examples

All of the Flying Tigers were given Distinguished Flying Cross awards and granted military status in 1994. Source: Internet

During his Air Force career, he received the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Medal, the Air Force Commendation, and multiple other honors. Source: Internet

He received the Combat Infantry Badge, Bronze Star, Distinguished Flying Cross, Legion of Merit and numerous other decorations. Source: Internet

Stewart was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for actions as deputy commander of the 2nd Combat Bombardment Wing on the first day of " Big Week " operations in February and flew two other missions that week. Source: Internet

The pilot in the 85 squadron pilot, who now lives in a care home in Dublin, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for bravery. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

Distinguished Conduct Medal distinguished family distinguished fellow distinguished graduate distinguished guest distinguished hat