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Jay Neely Mitchell

Jay Neely Mitchell

Years of Service:

31

Highest Rank:

O-6

Medals & Awards:

Legion of Merit 1
Distinguished Flying Cross 1
Meritorious Service Medal 4
Air Medal 11
Air Force Commendation Medal 3

Career Highlights:

Jay Mitchell, known by his USAF Pilot call sign “Coach”served in the USAF as a test pilot as well as a Vietnam War fighter pilot, including served several tours overseas. Upon his retirement from the Air Force in June of 1986, settled in Albuquerque, Ne

Jay Neely Mitchell

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