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 First Lieutenant (Air Corps) Muir Stephen Fairchild (ASN: 0-10555/8A), U.S. Army Air Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in an aerial flight. Lieutenant Fairchild, as one of the pilots of the airplane SAN FRANCISCO during the Pan American flight, 21 December 1926 to 2 May 1927, displayed initiative, resourcefulness, and a high degree of skill under the many trying conditions encountered throughout out the flight. His tireless energy, sound judgment, and personal courage contributed materially to the successful completion of this mission of good will. in the efficient performance of his arduous duties he aided in the accomplishment of an exploit which brought great credit to himself and the Army of the United States.