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 Major Ray L. Howard, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an Electronic Warfare Officer Supervisor on 17 April 1963. On that date, Major Howard demonstrated outstanding airmanship and courage while flying special missions under extremely hazardous conditions. His successful completion of these missions produced information of vital importance to the nation’s security. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Major Howard reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.