Photo Caption: From left, Gregory J. Kilchenstein, Col William E. Taylor, and Edward A. Wilkinson III proudly wear the medals they received after they were honored with top awards July 26 in a ceremony at the Cherry Point Officers’ Club. LtGen William L. Nyland presented Taylor with the Legion of Merit Award for exceptionally meritorious conduct and outstanding service as NAVAIR’s Program Manager for the H-46 Aircraft and T58 Engine Program Office. Aerospace Engineer Kilchenstein and T58 Deputy Engine Program Manager Wilkinson received Meritorious Civilian Service awards for outstanding leadership and exceptionally meritorious service in the NADEP Cherry Point Engine Reliability Improvement Program. NADEP Commanding Officer Col Eugene K. Conti presented Wilkinson with his award, while William M. Balderson, NAVAIR Deputy Commander for Acquisitions and Operations, presented Kilchenstein with his. (Photo by Larry Conley)