Marine F-35 squadron receives distinguished Air Force award

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542 received the Department of the Air Force’s Gallant Unit Citation for actions in the Middle East.

F-16 pilot awarded Distinguished Flying Cross for bravery in Saudi Arabia deployment

The U.S. Air Force awarded its highest honor for aerial achievement to an F-16 pilot for his actions during a Saudi Arabia deployment last year. Capt. Nathanial “Icarus” Welch received…

F-16 pilot receives Distinguished Flying Cross for actions in Middle East in 2025

Capt. Nathanial “Icarus” Welch repeatedly flew into heavily defended airspace over Yemen, avoiding enemy fire and alerting other aircraft of the threat.

F-16 pilot awarded Distinguished Flying Cross for mission in Yemen

An F-16 pilot who took part in combat operations over Yemen last spring was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross this month for his actions. Capt. Nathanial Welch, callsign “Icarus,” received…