Vir Chakra (VrC)

On 22 November 1971, an order was given to intercept four Pakistani aircraft, which had intruded into our territory near Boyra in West Bengal. Flight Lieutenant Roy Andrew Massey, who was leading formation of four Gnat aircraft, proceeded to intercept the enemy. He skillfully positioned his section, got behind one of the Sabre jets and shot it down. His accurate judgment and skilful manoeuvring of the formation resulted in the shooting down of two more Sabre jets.

In this action, Flight Lieutenant Massey displayed gallantry, professional skill and leadership of a high order.