The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Chief Warrant Officer Elbert W. Munson, United States Army, for heroism while participating in aerial flight on 7 August 1967, at the risk of his own life, on Eklutna Glacier 17 miles northeast of Anchorage while serving as a member of the 19th Aviation Battalion, Fort Richardson, Alaska. Chief Warrant Officer Munson demonstrated unique flying ability and indomitable courage while participating in a hazardous flying operation. His determination and professional skill ensured the success of a mission in which and OH-13 helicopter equipped with skids landed on a rock projection smaller in length than the skids of the helicopter. In order to reach the site of two injured mountain climbers from the University of Tokyo, and with complete disregard for his personal safety, Chief Warrant Officer Munson piloted the OH-13 helicopter onto the edge of Eklutna Glacier and twice landed on the small projection. His bravery and skill in negotiating the OH-13 through driving rains and winds gusting to 35 knots contributed substantially to the saving of both climbers by facilitating their rapid evacuation to Elmendorf Hospital. Chief Warrant Officer Munson’s heroic act is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects utmost credit upon himself and the United States Army.