(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Michael Daniel Pavich, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an RF-4C Pilot with the 9th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, and later with the 11th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, Udorn Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, in action against the enemy during 100 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1966 to 1967. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.

(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Michael Daniel Pavich, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an RF-4C Pilot with the 9th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, and later with the 11th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, Udorn Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, in action against the enemy during 100 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1966 to 1967. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.