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 Captain Raymond C. Kinney, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-130 Navigator at Khe Sanh, Republic of Vietnam, on 16 March 1968. On that date, Captain Kinney flew on a tactical emergency resupply airdrop of vitally needed ammunition to friendly combat ground forces besieged at Khe Sanh. Under extremely hazardous and challenging conditions, Captain Kinney aggressively pursued and successfully completed this crucial mission. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Kinney reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.