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 First Lieutenant (Medical Service Corps) Ronald A. Huether (ASN: 0-123382495), United States Army, for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. First Lieutenant Huether distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous action on 16 October 1970 in the Republic of Vietnam. While on a medical evacuation mission, First Lieutenant Huether was warned that the unit was still in heavy contact. Arriving on station, First Lieutenant Huether monitored the friendly and enemy situation, and planned the most advantageous approach into the contact area. Upon moving into the fire area, the aircraft began to receive intense hostile fire. First Lieutenant Huether, though in intense pain from Plexiglas shrapnel and completely exposed to bullets inches from his head, continued to read off the engine instruments to the aircraft commander. His outstanding ability and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.