The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Ordnanceman Quanor C. Beatty (NSN: 2115069/707185), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a member of a Patrol Plane crew in Patrol Squadron FORTY-SEVEN (VP-47), during the Korean Conflict. Participating in 38 strike missions against enemy forces during the period 2 July through 15 November 1950, in areas where enemy aircraft and anti-aircraft fire could be expected, he contributed greatly 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.