One year ago, two F/A-18s from VFA-204 were flying over the Gulf of Mexico at 23,000ft when both were simultaneously struck by lightning that left the leader disorientated.
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Photo: Cmdr. Abaxes Williams
With sheer determination and help from his wingman, Cmdr. Abaxes “Chili” Williams was able to recover his Hornet safely back at Naval Air Station-Joint Reserve Base after a go-around.
For their actions, Cmdr. Williams and Lt. Cliff “Mover” Lemoine were both awarded the Air Medal on Jul. 1.
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