Distinguished Flying Cross (Noun)
Meaning
A United States Air Force decoration for heroism while participating in an aerial flight.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The Distinguished Flying Cross is a United States Air Force decoration for heroism while participating in an aerial flight.
- Captain James received the Distinguished Flying Cross for his actions during the combat mission over enemy territory.
- The Distinguished Flying Cross is awarded to members of the US Air Force who distinguish themselves in combat in support of operations by heroism or extraordinary achievement.
- The award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Smith was announced in a special ceremony at the air base.
- Sergeant Thompson was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his bravery during the helicopter rescue mission in hostile territory.