The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Air Medal (First Strike/Flight Award) to Aviation Electronics Technician Second Class Hal J. Orr, United States Navy, for meritorious achievement in aerial flight as a crewmember flying in fixed wing aircraft in Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron ONE engaged in combat operations in Southeast Asia from 15 February 1969 to 29 May 1969. In the successful completion of 250 hours in direct combat support missions against the enemy in an active combat area he contributed materially to the success of the United States efforts in Southeast Asia. His devotion to duty in the face of the enemy under hazardous flying conditions was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. (The Numeral “1” to represent one Strike/Flight Award is authorized.)