James Binnicker wanted to become a pilot but high-frequency hearing loss in his right ear prevented him from flying. He enlisted in the Air Force in 1957 and served for 33 years on the flight line. He served a tour of duty in-country during the Vietnam War, with a second Vietnam tour of duty with the 374th Tactical Airlift Wing, Ching Chuan Kang Air Base, Taiwan. In 1986 he was selected the Ninth Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, serving in that post until his retirement in 1990.
Sponsored by:
James
C.
Binnicker
July 23, 1938
–
March 21, 2015
Born:
Orangeburg
,
South Carolina
Home:
Orangeburg
,
South Carolina
Buried:
Arlington
,
Virginia
Cemetery:
Arlington National Cemetery
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Chief Master Sergeant James C. Binnicker, United States Air Force, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Chief Master Sergeant Binnicker and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
Chief Master Sergeant of the Air ForceDivision:
Chief Master Sergeant of the Air ForceAction Date:
July 1, 1986 – September 30, 1990
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal to Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James C. Binnicker, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious service in a duty of great responsibility. Chief Binnicker distinguished himself as Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, Office of the Chief of Staff, Headquarters United States Air Force, the Pentagon, Washington, District of Columbia, from 1 July 1986 to 30 September 1990. In this important assignment, the forceful leadership and outstanding, dedicated efforts of Chief Binnicker were significantly displayed during times of unprecedented budget cuts and resulting reductions in end strength and major changes in PCS policies. He was responsible for major changes to improve the quality of life and the quality of the enlisted force to include the new Enlisted Evaluation System, the First Sergeant Academy Review and Noncommissioned Officer Professional Military Education Review. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Chief Binnicker culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.