(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain Richard M. Scofield, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a C-130 Pilot of the 311th Air Commando Squadron, DaNang Air Base, South Vietnam, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia from 1964 to 1965. 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.