The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Electronicsman Second Class Harlan Wayne Bigler (NSN: 8709014), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as member of a Patrol Plane in Patrol Squadron FORTY-TWO (VP-42). Participating in thirty-six missions against enemy forces during the period 20 August 1950 to 2 February 1951, in areas where enemy aircraft and anti-aircraft fire could be expected, he contributed materially to the success of his squadron. His skill, courage and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.