DHS Secretary awards Air Station Corpus Christi aircrew for heroic actions during Kerrville flash flooding [Image 3 of 5]

KERRVILLE, TEXAS, UNITED STATES

07.11.2025

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Brandon Hillard 

U.S. Coast Guard District 8       

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem awards Lt. Ian Hopper, aircraft commander, with the Coast Guard Distinguished Flying Cross Medal, July 11, 2025, in Kerrville Texas. Hopper earned the award for his extraordinary heroism and efforts to support the rescue of over 165 people in the wake of the devastating flash flooding near Kerrville. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Brandon Hillard)

• Date Taken: 07.11.2025
• Date Posted: 07.12.2025 13:51
• Photo ID: 9176819
• VIRIN: 250711-G-PJ308-1888
• Resolution: 8256x5504
• Size: 17.53 MB
• Location: KERRVILLE, TEXAS, US