U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Robert Davis, commander, Alaskan North American Aerospace Defense Command Region, Alaskan Command, and Eleventh Air Force recognizes Capt. Nathanial Welch, 18th Fighter Interceptor Squadron, pilot and chief of plans and programs, during a ceremony awarding Welch with the Distinguished Flying Cross at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, July 1, 2026. The Distinguished Flying Cross recognizes heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in an aerial flight and honors those whose actions go beyond the demands of duty during combat or active operations against an armed adversary. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mary Murray)
| Date Taken: | 07.01.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 07.09.2026 13:37 |
| Photo ID: | 9801602 |
| VIRIN: | 260701-F-ON091-2028 |
| Resolution: | 2600x1730 |
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| Location: | EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, ALASKA, US |
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