Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate

    Batallion:

    Patrol Squadron 46 (VP-46)

    Action Date:

    June 27 – October 18, 1950

    All Hands (February 1953)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate Carl William Heikkila, United States Navy, was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with Patrol Squadron FORTY-SIX (VP-46), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 27 June to 18 October 1950.