(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant Kenneth W. Hess, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Pilot in the 535th Tactical Airlift Squadron, Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, South Vietnam, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia from 1971 to 1972. 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.





