Floyd R. Anderson
| Era | Vietnam War |
|---|---|
| Branch | U.S. Air Force |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Military Decorations | Distinguished Flying Cross |
| Wall | CC |
| Wall Side | 1 |
| Row | 3 |
| Plaque Number | 14 |
Lt. Col. Floyd Ray “Andy” Anderson spent his career as a navigator for Strategic Air Command flying KC135 Stratotankers and other large cargo planes. During his service, he earned The Air Medal for Meritorious Achievement while participating in aerial flight, The Air Force Commendation Medal for meritorious service, and The Distinguished Flying Cross, for Extraordinary Achievement while participating in Aerial Flight. Floyd retired from the Air Force with full honors on April 1, 1978 after 22 years of service.
He loved his job, got to travel, and was immensely proud of being in the Air Force. Indeed, he saved lives, and told us the stories.
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Air Force Commendation, Air Force
Outstanding Unit Award, National Defense Service, Vietnam
Service, Air Force Expeditionary, Republic of Vietnam Campaign,
Air Force Longevity w/4 Oak Leaf Clusters.
Lt. Colonel Floyd Ray "Andy" Anderson served his country as
a navigator for Strategic Air Command flying in KC-135
Stratotankers and other large cargo planes in support
of American military operations around the world.
Plaque Wall Map
