Coast Guard rescue swimmer receives Distinguished Flying Cross Award [Image 5 of 9]

HUMBOLDT, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

12.13.2023

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Edward Wargo 

U.S. Coast Guard District 11

Rear Adm. Andrew Sugimoto (left) presents Petty Officer 2nd Class Spencer Manson with the Distinguished Flying Cross Award at Sector/ Air Station Humboldt Bay in McKinleyville, Calif., Dec. 12, 2023, while Master Chief Petty Officer Mark Leichenauer, 15th Enlisted Ancient Albatross, observes. The prestigious Distinguished Flying Cross Award is the highest honor that can be achieved in aviation and is awarded to any Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard personnel who distinguish themselves for heroism or outstanding achievement while participating in aerial flight. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Edward Wargo)

• Date Taken: 12.13.2023
• Date Posted: 12.13.2023 15:11
• Photo ID: 8166944
• VIRIN: 231213-G-HU058-1004
• Resolution: 6048x4024
• Size: 10.84 MB
• Location: HUMBOLDT, CALIFORNIA, US