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 Charles H. Weidman, Jr., United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-7A Aircraft Commander at Thong Duc Special Forces Camp, Republic of Vietnam on 12 May 1970. On this date, Major Weidman flew his aircraft on an emergency resupply airdrop mission to deliver urgently needed ammunition. While exposed to hostile fire, Major Weidman courageously accomplished the vital airlift mission without loss of personnel or equipment. The professional competence, aerial skill and devotion to duty displayed by Major Weidman reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.