Senior Airman Dustin H. Temple

Senior Airman Dustin H. Temple received the Air Force Cross for extraordinary heroism while serving as a Combat Controller during combat operations in Afghanistan. Despite intense enemy fire, Temple repeatedly exposed himself to danger while directing precision airstrikes and coordinating support for surrounded coalition forces. His actions disrupted enemy attacks, protected friendly personnel, and played a critical role in the successful defense of his team. Temple's courage, tactical expertise, and unwavering devotion to duty exemplified the highest standards of the United States Air Force and Special Tactics community.