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Evaluation, Decoration, and Performance Recommendation Form Processing Guide & UDPU
Decoration Guide
1 October 2012 This version supersedes all previous versions
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (Page numbers are clickable)
AFCENT GUIDE Chapter 1 - EVALUATIONS
1.1. Evaluations Overview 7
Figure 1 AF Form 910 Routing Process 8
1.2. Evaluation Preparation 8
1.2.1. AF Form 910 (AB through TSgt) 9
Figure 2 AF Form 911 Senior Rater Endorsement Routing Process 14
1.2.2. AF Form 911 (MSgt through CMSgt) 15
1.2.3 AF Form 910/911 Referral Reports 20
Figure 3 AF Form 707 Routing Process 22
1.2.4. AF Form 707 (2Lt through Colonel) 22
1.3. Senior Rater Preference 27
Chapter 2 – DECORATIONS
2.1. Decorations Overview 28
2.2. Eligibility 28
2.3. Types of Decorations 29
2.4. Types of Recommendations 30
2.5. CONUS Recommendations 30
2.6. Personnel TDY to Shaw 34
Figure 4 Decoration Routing Process 35
Chapter 3 – PROMOTION RECOMMENDATION FORM
3.1. Promotion Recommendation Overview 36
Figure 5 PRF Process 37
3.2. Eligibility 38
3.3. Senior Rater Responsibilities 38
Figure 6 PRF Folder Checklist 41
Figure 7 PRF Checklist 42
Figure 8 Narrative Only Checklist 43
Chapter 4 – ELECTRONIC PROCESSING
4.1. Electronic Processing 44
4.2.1. AF Form 910 44
4.2.2. AF Form 911 44
4.2.3. AF Form 707 44
4.2.4. CONUS DECs 45
4.2.5. OCONUS DECs 45
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Chapter 5 - TRACKING
5.1. Tracking Processing 46
Attachment 1 TIG SENIOR RATER ELIGIBILITY CHART (MSGT) 47
Attachment 2 TIG SENIOR RATER ELIGIBILITY CHART (SMSGT) 48
Attachment 3 AFPC ENLISTED/OFFICER STRATIFICATION CLARIFICATION
MESSAGE
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Attachment 4 HOW TO COMPLETE THE DÉCOR-6 51
Attachment 5 ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL CITATION TEMPLATE 53
Attachment 6 COMMENDATION MEDAL CITATION TEMPLATE 54
Attachment 7 MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL CITATION TEMPLATE 55
Attachment 8 BRONZE STAR MEDAL CITATION TEMPLATE 56
Attachment 9 LEGION OF MERIT CITATION TEMPLATE 57
Attachment 10 ACC LOM OR HIGHER PROCESSING CHECKLIST 58
Attachment 11 SAMPLE LOM ENDORSEMENT LETTER 59
UPDU GUIDE Chapter 6 – INTRODUCTION
6.1. Purpose 60
6.2. COMUSAFCENT’s Intent 60
6.3. Decoration Approval Authority 60
6.4. References 60
6.5. OPR 61
Chapter 7 – RECOMMENDING INDIVIDUALS FOR USAF DECORATIONS
7.1. Purpose 61
7.2. Decoration Criteria 61
7.3. Categories 61
7.4. Applicability 62
7.5. Permanent Party Personnel 62
7.6. Posthumous Decorations 62
7.7. “V” (Valor) Device 62
7.8. Dual Recognition 63
7.9. Group Recommendations for a Single Act or Achievement 63
7.10. Decorations for Non-humans 63
Chapter 8 – PREPARING AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES
8.1. Initiating and Recommendation 63
8.2. Preparing a Decoration Recommendation 63
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8.3. Package and Assembly 66
8.4. Processing Instructions 66
8.5. Submitting/Endorsing Recommendations 67
8.6. Higher Award Process 68
8.7 Resubmissions 69
8.8 Decoration Status/Tracking 69
8.9. Amendments 70
8.10. Revoking Decorations 70
Chapter 9 – DECORATIONS BASED UPON AERIAL ACHIEVEMENT
9.1. Purpose 75
9.2. General Information 75
9.3. Individual Eligibility Criteria 75
9.4. AM and AAM Eligibility Criteria 76
9.5. Applicability 77
9.6. Combining Missions 77
9.7. Certification 77
9.8. 70% Waiver Rule 78
9.9. Subsequent Decorations (Oak Leaf Cluster) 78
9.10. Special USAFCENT Form 1 Procedures for Higher Level Decorations 78
9.11. Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Submissions 78
9.12. Processing Guidelines 78
Chapter 10 – JOINT DECORATIONS COMBINED FORCES AIR COMPONENT
COMMANDER (CFACC) AWARDED
10.1. Purpose 94
10.2. Decoration Approval Authority 94
10.3. References 94
10.4. OPR 94
10.5. Eligibility 94
10.6. Decoration Criteria 95
10.7. Categories 95
10.8 Posthumous Decorations 95
10.9. “V” (Valor) Device 95
10.10. Dual Recognition 95
10.11. Group Recommendations for a Single Act or Achievement 95
10.12. Preparing a Decoration Recommendation 95
Chapter 11 – DECORATIONS FOR SISTER SERVICE PERSONNEL
11.1. Air Force Decorations for Sister Service Personnel 96
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11.2. References 96
11.3. Sister Service Decorations to Air Force Personnel 96
11.4. Wearing Awards on the Uniform 97
Chapter 12 – DECORATIONS FOR FOREIGN NATIONALS
12.1. Policy 98
12.2. References 98
12.3. Appropriateness for Colonels (O-6) or Above 98
12.4. Processing 98
12.5. Communication with Foreign Governments 99
12.6. Prohibitions 99
Chapter 13 – UNIT AWARDS
13.1. Policy 99
13.2. Awards 99
13.3. Unit Award Approval Authority 102
13.4. Nomination Conditions 102
13.5. Preparation/Submission 102
13.6 Awards to Sister Service Units 104
13.7. Campaign and Expeditionary Steamers 104
Chapter 14 – UNITED STATES CAMPAIGN AND SERVICE AWARDS
14.1. Eligibility 104
14.2. Prisoner of War (POW) Medal 104
14.3. Humanitarian Service Medal (HSM) 104
14.4. National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) 105
14.5. Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) 105
14.6. Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM) 105
14.7. Air and Space Campaign Medal (AFCM) 105
14.8. Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Expeditionary Medal 105
14.9. Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Service Medal 105
14.10. Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Civilian Medal 105
14.11. Afghanistan Campaign Medal (ACM) and North Atlantic Treaty
Organization (NATO) (International Security Assistance Force in
Afghanistan)
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14.12. Iraqi Campaign Medal (ICM) 106
14.13. Nomination Procedures 107
14.14. Approved Operation for Campaign and Service Awards 107
Chapter 15 – THE PURPLE HEART (PH) AND MEDAL FOR THE DEFENSE OF
FREEDOM (DFM)
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15.1. Purpose 107
15.2. The Purple Heart 107
15.3. Routine Processing 108
15.4. Impact Processing 108
15.5. The Medal for the Defense of Freedom 108
Chapter 16 – AIR FORCE COMBAT ACTION MEDAL
16.1. References 109
16.2. Purpose 109
16.3. Decoration Approval Authority 109
16.4. Eligibility 109
16.5. Award Criteria 110
16.6. Posthumous Decorations 111
16.7. Preparing a Decoration Recommendation 111
16.8. Appeals 111
Chapter 17 – DECORATIONS FOR CIVILIANS
17.1. Purpose 111
17.2. DoD Decorations that can be awarded to civilians 111
17.3. Department of the Air Force Civilian Awards 112
17.4. Package Processing 112
17.5. General Guidance on Awards to Contractors 113
Attachment 12 UNITED STATES AIR FORCE DECORATION CRITERIA 114
Attachment 13 CITATIONS FOR AIR FORCE DECORATIONS 116
Attachment 14 EXAMPLE USAFCENT FORM 1 117
Attachment 15 EXAMPLE REQUEST FOR DECORATION REVOCATION 119
Attachment 16 EXAMPLE AF FORM 3994 FOR AFCAM SUBMISSIONS 120
Attachment 17 CITATIONS FOR JOINT SERVICE DECORATIONS 121
Attachment 18 EXAMPLE FOREIGN NATIONALS NARRATIVE
JUSTIFICATION
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Attachment 19 EXAMPLE FOREIGN NATIONALS BIOGRAPHY 124
Attachment 20 EXAMPLE MEMO FOR US EMBASSY OR US DAO
CONCURRENCE
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Attachment 21 EXAMPLE MEMO FOR DIA OR AFOSI CONCURRENCE 126
Attachment 22 GLOSSARY 127
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CHAPTER 1 - EVALUATIONS
1.1. Evaluations Overview
1.1.1. Purpose: The purpose of these reports is to record and evaluate an individual’s performance over a specific period, providing a permanent, long-term record of an individual’s performance and potential based upon their accomplishments. This section will help you write an effective evaluation and answer any questions or misunderstandings you may have during this process.
1.1.2. References: The following will assist you in preparing performance reports: AFI 36-2406 Officer and Enlisted Evaluation Systems MPFM 0744 Electronic Enlisted Forms/Evaluation System MPFM 0745 Electronic Officer Forms/Evaluation System AFMAN 33-326 Preparing Official Communication AFH 33-337 The Tongue and Quill Joint Pub 1-02 DoD Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms Stratification Perspective (Aug 06)
The Enlisted Perspective
Attachment 8 Senior Rater Endorsement Criteria and Stratification on Enlisted Performance Reports (EPRs)
Websites www.afmentor.com; www.dictionary.com This guide is to be used as supplemental information only. If there is a conflict between this guide and one of the references listed above, the referenced document will take precedence.
1.1.3. Goals: We strive to have all reports complete and updated in the personnel records 30 days after the close out or prior to promotion boards. All reports are due to the Commander’s Support Staff from the Directorate Admin sections NLT one day after the close out date.
1.1.4. Process:
1.1.4.1. CSS: The CSS generates an EPR shell 60 days prior to the close out of the report. The CSS will forward the shell to the directorate with a suspense due back to the CSS one day after the close out. 1.1.4.2. Unit: The directorate administrative office will forward the Evaluation package (in EMS) to the rater with internal unit suspense. Once the rater receives the EPR shell and supporting documents, the report will be written and reviewed internally before returning to the administrative office. Return to the administrative office by their suspense for further administrative review. The administrative office will forward to CCF for review and CCF will forward back to unit administrative office when complete. The administrative office will conduct a review and forward to the CSS for further processing. 1.1.4.3. CCEA: Once the CSS receives the EPR from the administrative office, it is forwarded to the CCEA for final review to get SRE signature. If corrections are needed on the report, the CCEA forwards back to the directorate for corrections. CCEA will
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suspense the unit 2 duty days to return. After the report is signed by the SRE, CCEA forwards report back to the directorate for ratee signature. 1.1.4.4. Signature: The CSS forwards the completed report to the unit for the ratee’s signature with a suspense NET 5 duty days after the close out. If the report is ready for signatures 5 duty days after close out, the CSS will suspense the unit 2 duty days. In the case where the ratee is not available for more than 3 duty days, the rater must sign for the ratee and specify before signing the report “Ratee is not available to sign”. Once signature is applied, the ratee or rater will forward back to the CSS via EMS for system update. The CSS updates the Military Personnel data system and submits the report in the Case Management System for upload in the member’s personnel records.
Figure 1. AF Form 910 Routing Process
1.2. Evaluation Preparation: Download the current IMT form: http://www.e-publishing.af.mil. Fill out the form, using the individual’s data that will be provided from the personnel file (Individual EPR/OPR Shell). EPR/OPR notices/shells should be used to verify info (DAFSC, Duty Title, Unit, etc.); however, shells are not necessary to start writing a report. All
CSS/MPS generates RIP NLT 60 days prior to c/o and sends to unit
Unit conducts internal/CCF review and forwards to CSS
CSS performs initial package review
Unit EPR monitor will forward to squadron CC for signature
Once signed, squadron CC will forward to Ratee for signature
Ratee will forward to CSS for MILPDS/CMS update
Changes Required?
No Yes
CSS will forward to unit for corrections with 2 day suspense
Unit will forward to CSS with corrections
CSS will forward back to unit for signatures (if it was not submitted
with signatures)
Unit returns to CSS with signatures
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information will match EPR/OPR shell. If the shell is incorrect, use correct information and submit a duty title change form to the CSS to update. It is a supervisor’s responsibility to know whom they rate and when their ratee’s next report is due.
1.2.1. AF Form 910 (AB through TSgt): Comments are mandatory (except in Other Comments); all text must be in bullet format (including Key duties section) and support the ratings in each section. Ensure you use spell check as often as needed.
1.2.1.1. Section I: Ratee Identification Data: 1.2.1.1.1. NAME: Ensure name is all uppercase. 1.2.1.1.2. SSN: Ensure member’s social is correct and that it matches the EPR shell. 1.2.1.1.3. GRADE: As of the close out date 1.2.1.1.4. DAFSC: Duty Air Force Specialty Code needs to reflect as current. 1.2.1.1.5. ORGANIZATION, COMMAND, LOCATION: Use the full name of the organization to ensure it fits on one line (press enter to place on the second line). 1.2.1.1.6. PAS CODE: If an individual is administratively assigned to a different PAS code than where they are physically working, enter the assigned information, followed by “with duty at...” to indicate where the member actually performed duties. Example: 20 FW with duty at United States Air Forces Central (ACC), Shaw AFB SC (AD) 1.2.1.1.7. SRID: (If applicable...Senior Rater Identification should be 1CCE0). 1.2.1.1.8. PERIOD OF REPORT: Inclusive dates should match EPR notice. For specific rules involving exceptions for ANG and USAFR members, see information located in AFI 36-2406, Table 3.1, notes 4 and 5. 1.2.1.1.9. NUMBER OF DAYS SUPERVISION: The number of days the rater supervised the ratee during the reporting period. Remember to deduct all periods of 30 consecutive days or more during which the ratee did not perform duties under the supervision of the rater due to TDY, including leave or “time off” in conjunction with TDY, etc per AFI 36-2406 Table 3.2 note 6a. 1.2.1.1.10. REASON FOR REPORT: Annual, CRO, Directed by CC, Directed by HAF, etc. Verification may be required because the shell is not always correct. See Table 3.3 of AFI 36-2406 for specific guidance on directed reports and rules.
1.2.1.2. Section II: Job Description:
1.2.1.2.1. Duty Title: Enter the duty title reflected on the EPR shell in all caps and spell out. If it is incorrect on shell, use the correct duty title and submit a personnel action request form to CSS for update with the package. 1.2.1.2.2. Significant Additional Duty(s): Enter any significant additional duties the ratee may hold (not all caps). If there are no additional duties, enter “N/A”. Limit text to two lines.
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1.2.1.2.3. Key Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities: Enter a clear description of the ratee’s duties, tasks, and responsibilities, completely filling the block. Describe the nature of the ratee’s tasks, the level of responsibility and the number of people supervised. Include dollar values of assets and resources managed. Avoid using exact dollar amounts, rounded figures are encouraged. Include previous duty during the reporting period only if it will be mentioned in the rating section or comments section of the EPR. Limit text to four lines.
1.2.1.3. Section III: Performance Assessment: Mark the appropriate box for each area after carefully evaluating the member’s performance.
1.2.1.3.1. Primary/Additional Duties: Mark the block that accurately describes the ratee’s performance. Limit text to four lines. 1.2.1.3.2. Standards, Conduct, Character, & Military Bearing: Mark the block that accurately describes how well the ratee meets Air Force standards. Limit text to two lines. 1.2.1.3.3. Fitness: Indicate whether the ratee “Does Not Meet”, “Meets” or is “Exempt” on the fitness standard. If member “Does Not Meet Standards”, the rater may make a comment. This comment can mention the score, the behavior that led to not meeting the standard, or progress. If the ratee is meeting the standard, mark the appropriate box and leave the comment blank. Mark “Exempt” only for those who are exempt from all four components of the fitness assessment. 1.2.1.3.4. Training Requirements: Mark the block that accurately describes how well the ratee meets training requirements. The rater may consider PME completion; however, they cannot make comments unless the ratee received an award i.e. John Levitow, Commandant/Leadership Award, Distinguished Graduate or Academic Achievement Award. It is acceptable to document Career Development Course (CDC) test results but prohibited to document any type of WAPS test scores or board results. Limit text to two lines. 1.2.1.3.5. Teamwork /Followership: Mark the block that accurately describes how well the ratee works with others. Limit text to two lines.
1.2.1.3.6. OTHER Comments: Comments are optional. Limit to two lines. This section may also be used to spell out common acronyms. NOTE: Stratification is prohibited for AB – TSgt.
1.2.1.4. Section IV: Rater Information:
1.2.1.4.1. Rater’s Name, Grade, Branch of Service, Organization, Command & Location: Enter rater’s information as of c/o date in the following format. Example: JOHN A. DOE, MSgt, USAF United States Air Forces Central Command (ACC) Shaw AFB SC 1.2.1.4.2. Duty Title: Enter duty title (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the EPR.
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1.2.1.4.3. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number. 1.2.1.4.4. Digitally Sign: Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after). The rater assessment and feedback block will be locked and additional rater signature capability unlocked with rater’s digital signature.
1.2.1.5. Section V: Overall Performance Assessment:
1.2.1.5.1. Ratee Name: This block auto populates from the name entered in Section I. 1.2.1.5.2. Ratings: Enter the appropriate ratings prior to rater digitally signing evaluation.
1.2.1.5.2.1. Poor (1): Performs at an unacceptable level. Disciplinary action is not required; however, the report will be a referral. 1.2.1.5.2.2. Needs Improvement (2): Meets some, but not all performance standards. Disciplinary action is not required; however, the report will be a referral. 1.2.1.5.2.3. Average (3): Meets standards/expectations and performs in the median when compared to peers. 1.2.1.5.2.4. Above Average (4): Performs beyond established standards/expectations and performs at higher level than many of their peers.
1.2.1.5.2.5. Truly Among the Best (5): Performs at a level above their peer group, an elite performer who goes above and beyond. Every Airman does not warrant this rating.
1.2.1.5.3. Last Performance Feedback: Enter date as DDMMMYYYY of recent feedback. If feedback was not accomplished, state the reason why. If feedback was not required, enter “N/A.” Complete prior to rater digitally signing form. (See AFI 36-2406, paragraph 3.6.8.) Do not use the date feedback was provided in conjunction with completion of the evaluation.
1.2.1.6. Section VI: Additional Rater’s Comments: Use this section to support rating decision and allow evaluators to comment on the ratee’s overall performance. Additional rater must be rater’s rater (E-7 or GS-7 and above). If additional rater does not meet grade requirements, the first official in rating chain who meets requirements endorses the report. See definition of rating chain in AFI 36-2406, atch 1 and paragraph 3.2.5.4 for exceptions. Additional raters may be no higher in the organization than the senior rater. When agreeing with the report, mark the “concur” block. See AFI 36-2406, paragraph 3.7 for inappropriate comments.
1.2.1.6.1. Rater’s Name, Grade, Branch of Service, Organization, Command & Location: Enter additional rater’s information as of c/o date in the following format. Example: JOHN A. DOE, MSgt, USAF
United States Air Forces Central Command (ACC)
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Shaw AFB SC
1.2.1.6.2. Duty Title: Enter duty title (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the EPR. 1.2.1.6.3. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number. 1.2.1.6.4. Digitally Sign: Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after). The rater assessment and feedback block will be locked and additional rater signature capability unlocked with rater’s digital signature.
1.2.1.7. Section VII: Functional Examiner/Air Force Advisor: For personnel filling acquisition positions on the UMD. Refer to AFI 36-2406 Paragraphs 3.10 and 3.11
1.2.1.7.1. Functional Examiner Name, Grade, Branch of Service, Organization, Command & Location: Enter appropriate information as of c/o date in the following format. Example: JOHN A. DOE, Col, USAF
United States Air Forces Central Command (ACC) Shaw AFB SC
1.2.1.7.2. Duty Title: Enter duty title (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the EPR. 1.2.1.7.3. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number. 1.2.1.7.4. Digitally Sign: Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after).
1.2.1.8. Section VIII: Unit Commander/Civilian Director/Other Authorized Reviewer:
1.2.1.8.1. Name, Grade, Branch of Service, Organization, Command & Location: Enter CC’s information as of c/o date in the following format. Example: JOHN A. DOE, MSgt, USAF United States Air Forces Central Command (ACC) Shaw AFB SC 1.2.1.8.2. Duty Title: Enter duty title (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the EPR. 1.2.1.8.3. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number. 1.2.1.8.4. Digitally Sign: Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after). The rater assessment and feedback block will be locked and additional rater signature capability unlocked with rater’s digital signature.
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1.2.1.9. Section IX: Ratee’s Acknowledgement:
1.2.1.9.1. The ratee must acknowledge whether all feedback was accomplished or not during the reporting period. Member does this by marking the Yes or No block. Signing the report does not imply concurrence, but acknowledgement. If ratee non-concurs with the report, they may submit an appeal IAW AFI 36-2401. Sign on or after the close-out date. 1.2.1.9.2. Select appropriate choice from drop down menu: Blank – member concurs and digitally signs report. Member unable to sign” – use when member is incapacitated or unavailable to sign; rater (digitally) signs. “Member declined to sign” – use when member refuses to sign the form; rater (digitally) signs.
1.2.1.10. Save the Report: Save the form by clicking on the “Save” Icon on the form (Ref. Atch 1). Save as “directorate/unit, Last Name, First Name, type of report”. Ex: (CCEA), TSgt Doe, John (EPR). Ensure you specify the correct location to save the form to on your computer. Once you select the name and location to store, hit SAVE.
NOTE: All block marks require an “X”, and not a check mark. This can be fixed adjusting your settings in Lotus Form Viewer.
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Figure 2. AF Form 911 Senior Rater Endorsement Routing Process
No
CSS/MPS generates RIP and sends to unit
Reports are due to the USAFCENT CSS 1 day after closeout date (after section internal
review)
USAFCENT/CCEA reviews EPR
USAFCENT/CCEA forwards to CCC/CoS
Changes Required?
CCEA returns to Unit CoS reviews package and returns to
CCEA
Yes
USAFCENT/CC signs t
CCC/CoS reviews package
CSS reviews package (checks accuracy, spelling, grammar) and forwards to
USAFCENT/CCEA
CCEA sends to Unit for Mbrs sign
Unit returns to CCEA within 2 day suspense
CCEA forwards to CCC/CoS for 2nd look
Mbr forwards to CSS for MILPDS/CMS update
CCEA returns to unit for signatures and unit returns to CCEA for routing
to CCE for USAFCENT/CC signature
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1.2.2. AF Form 911 (MSgt through CMSgt): Comments are mandatory (except in Other Comments); all text must be in bullet format (including Key duties section) and support the ratings in each section. Ensure you use spell check as often as needed.
1.2.2.1. Section I: Ratee Identification Data:
1.2.2.1.1. NAME: Ensure name is all uppercase. 1.2.2.1.2. SSN: Ensure member’s social is correct and that it matches the EPR shell. 1.2.2.1.3. GRADE: As of the close out date 1.2.2.1.4. DAFSC: Duty Air Force Specialty Code needs to reflect as current. 1.2.2.1.5. ORGANIZATION, COMMAND, LOCATION: Use the full name of the organization to ensure it fits on one line, which should be the second line 1.2.2.1.6. PAS CODE: If an individual is administratively assigned to a different PAS code than where they are physically working, enter the assigned information, followed by “with duty at...” to indicate where the member actually performed duties. Example: 20 FW with duty at United States Air Forces Central (ACC), Shaw AFB SC (AD) 1.2.2.1.7. SRID: (Lt Gen Goldfein...Senior Rater Identification should be 1CCE0). 1.2.2.1.8. PERIOD OF REPORT: Inclusive dates should match EPR shell. For specific rules involving exceptions for ANG and USAFR members, see information located in AFI 36-2406, Table 3.1, notes 4 and 5. 1.2.2.1.9. NUMBER OF DAYS SUPERVISION: The number of days the rater supervised the ratee during the reporting period. Remember to deduct all periods of 30 consecutive days or more during which the ratee did not perform duties under the supervision of the rater due to TDY, including leave or “time off” in conjunction with TDY, etc. 1.2.2.1.10. REASON FOR REPORT: Annual, CRO, Directed by CC, Directed by HAF, etc. Verification may be required because the shell is not always correct. See Table 3.3 of AFI 36-2406 for specific guidance on directed reports and rules.
1.2.2.2 Section II: Job Description:
1.2.2.2.1. Duty Title: Enter the duty title reflected on the EPR shell (all caps) and spell out. If it is incorrect on shell, use the correct duty title and submit a personnel action request form to CSS for update. 1.2.2.2.2. Significant Additional Duty(s): Enter any significant additional duties the ratee may hold (not all caps). If there are no significant additional duties, enter “N/A”. Limit text to two lines. 1.1.2.2.3. Key Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities: Enter a clear description of the ratee’s duties, tasks, and responsibilities, completely filling the block. Describe the nature of the ratee’s tasks, the level of responsibility, and the number of people
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supervised. Include dollar values of assets and resources managed. Avoid using exact dollar amounts, rounded figures are encouraged. Include previous duty during the reporting period only if it will be mentioned in the rating section or comments section of the EPR. Limit text to four lines.
1.2.2.3. Section III: Performance Assessment: Mark the appropriate box for each area after carefully evaluating the member’s performance.
1.1.2.3.1. Primary Duties: Mark the block that accurately describes the ratee’s performance in his/her primary duties. Limit text to four lines. 1.2.2.3.2. Standards: Enforcement & Personal Adherence, Conduct, Character, Military Bearing & Customs & Courtesies: Mark the block that accurately describes how well the ratee meets Air Force standards. Limit text to two lines. 1.2.2.3.3. Fitness: Indicate whether the ratee “Does Not Meet”, “Meets” or is “Exempt” on the fitness standard. If member “Does Not Meet Standards”, the rater must make a comment. This comment can mention the score, the behavior that led to not meeting the standard, or progress. If the ratee is meeting the standard, mark the appropriate box and leave the comment blank. Mark “Exempt” only for those who are exempt from all four components of the fitness assessment. 1.2.2.3.4. Resource Management and Decision Making: Mark the block that accurately describes how well the ratee makes decisions and manages resources. Limit text to two lines. 1.2.2.3.5. Training, Education, Off-Duty Education, PME, Professional Enhancement, & Communication: Mark the block that accurately describes how well the ratee meets training requirements. The rater may consider PME completion; however, the rater cannot make comments unless the ratee received an award, i.e., John Levitow, Commandant/Leadership Award, Distinguished Graduate, or Academic Achievement Award. It is acceptable to document Career Development Course (CDC) test results but prohibited to document any type of WAPS test scores or board results. Limit text to two lines.
1.2.2.3.6. Leadership/Teambuilding/Followership/Mentorship: Mark the block that accurately describes how well the ratee works with others. Limit text to two lines.
1.2.2.3.7. Other Comments: Comments are optional. This section may also be used to spell out uncommon acronyms. Limit text to two lines.
1.2.2.4. Section IV: Rater Information:
1.1.2.4.1. Rater’s Name, Grade, Branch of Service, Organization, Command & Location: Enter rater’s information as of c/o date in the following format. Example: JOHN A. DOE, SMSgt, USAF United States Air Forces Central Command (ACC) Shaw AFB SC 1.1.2.4.2. Duty Title: Enter duty title (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the EPR.
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1.1.2.4.3. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number. 1.1.2.4.4. Digitally Sign: Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after). The rater assessment and feedback block will be locked and additional rater signature capability unlocked with rater’s digital signature.
1.2.2.5. Section V: Overall Performance Assessment:
1.2.2.5.1. Ratee Name: This block automatically populates from the name entered in Section I. 1.2.2.5.2. Ratings: Enter the appropriate ratings prior to rater digitally signing evaluation.
1.2.2.5.2.1. Poor (1): Performs at an unacceptable level. Disciplinary action is not required; however, the report will be a referral. 1.2.2.5.2.2. Needs Improvement (2): Meets some, but not all performance standards. Disciplinary action is not required; however, the report will be a referral. 1.2.2.5.2.3. Average (3): Meets standards/expectations and performs in the median when compared to peers. 1.2.2.5.2.4. Above Average (4): Performs beyond established standards/expectations and performs at higher level than many of their peers. 1.2.2.5.2.5. Truly Among The Best (5): Performs at a level above their peer group, an elite performer who goes above and beyond. Every Airman does not warrant this rating.
1.2.2.5.3. Last Performance Feedback: Enter date as DDMMMYYYY of recent
feedback. If feedback was not accomplished, state reason why. If feedback was not required, enter “N/A.” Complete prior to rater digitally signing form. (See AFI 36-2406, paragraph 3.6.8.) Do not use the date feedback was provided in conjunction with completion of the evaluation.
1.2.2.6. Section VI: Additional Rater’s Comments: Use this section to support rating decision and allow evaluators to comment on the ratee’s overall performance. Additional rater must be rater’s rater (E-7 or GS-7 or above). If additional rater does not meet grade requirements, the first official in rating chain who meets requirements endorses the report. See definition of rating chain in AFI 36-2406, atch 1 and paragraph 3.2.5.4 for exceptions. Additional raters may be no higher in the organization than the senior rater. When agreeing with the report, mark the “concur” block. If the additional rater does not agree, choose the nonconcur block and the additional rater must provide a statement in Section VI that explains why he/she nonconcurs. See AFI 36-2406, paragraph 3.7 for inappropriate comments.
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1.2.2.6.1. Additional Rater’s Name, Grade, Branch of Service, Organization, Command & Location: Enter additional rater’s information as of c/o date in the following format. Example: JOHN A. DOE, Col, USAF
United States Air Forces Command (ACC) Shaw AFB SC
1.2.2.6.2. Duty Title: Enter duty title (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the EPR. 1.2.2.6.3. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number. 1.2.2.6.4. Digitally Sign: Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after). The additional rater assessment and feedback block will be locked and reviewer signature capability unlocked with additional rater’s digital signature.
1.2.2.7. Section VII: Reviewer’s Comments: Do not use this section if section VI has not been completed. Senior raters may endorse EPRs if the ratee meets the Time-in-Grade requirements, or when they are the rater’s rater. Senior rater endorsement is used: a) to differentiate between individuals with similar performance records, b) To meet the minimum grade requirements, c) When the ratee is a CMSgt or CMSgt selectee. The reviewer must be at least a Major, but can be no higher in the organizational structure than the senior rater. The senior rater’s endorsement should be reserved for individuals whose performance is clearly above that of others in the organization and who merit immediate promotion. At a minimum, to qualify for senior rater endorsement, the ratee must be time-in-grade (TIG) eligible, and have completed SNCO Academy either by correspondence or in residence and have Community College of the Air Force Degree (CCAF) to get senior Rater endorsement. CMSgt reports may be forwarded for senior rater endorsement based on performance. Do not stratify CMSgts, instead make recommendations for advanced positions and positions with increased responsibilities. Note: If the additional rater is the only evaluator or senior rater/reviewer, type “THIS SECTION NOT USED” in Section VII. If the additional rater is also the reviewer, do not place his/her name in the reviewer’s block, only place in the additional rater’s signature block.
1.2.2.7.1. Reviewer’s Name, Grade, Branch of Service, Organization, Command & Location: Enter reviewer’s information as of c/o date in the following format. Example: JOHN A. DOE, Lt Gen, USAF
United States Air Force Central Command (ACC) Shaw AFB SC
1.2.2.7.2. Duty Title: Enter duty title in (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the EPR. 1.2.2.7.3. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number. 1.2.2.7.4. Digitally Sign: Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after). The reviewer assessment and feedback
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block will be locked and final evaluator signature capability unlocked with reviewer’s digital signature.
1.2.2.8. Section VIII: Final Evaluator’s Position: Mark the appropriate box using the following examples as guidance for submitting reports to USAFCENT/CCEA:
1.2.2.8.1. Senior Rater: USAFCENT/CC 1.2.2.8.2. Senior Rater’s Deputy: Director of Staff/group or squadron commander /agency chiefs who report directly to USAFCENT/CC 1.2.2.8.3. Intermediate Level: Directly works for senior rater’s deputy (i.e., unit commanders and division chiefs) 1.2.2.8.4. Lower Level: All others
1.2.2.9. Section IX: Time-In-Grade Eligible: Mark appropriate box (ref. to atch 1 & 2)
1.2.2.10. Section X: Functional Examiner/Air Force Advisor: For personnel filling acquisition positions on the UMD. Refer to AFI 36-2406 Paragraphs 3.10 and 3.11
1.2.2.10.1. Functional Examiner Name, Grade, Branch of Service, Organization, Command, & Location: Enter appropriate information as of c/o date in the following format. Example: JOHN A. DOE, Col, USAF
United States Air Forces (ACC) Shaw AFB SC
1.2.2.10.2. Duty Title: Enter duty title (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the EPR. 1.2.2.10.3. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number. 1.2.2.10.4. Digitally Sign: Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after).
1.2.2.11. Section XI: Unit Commander/Civilian Director/Other Authorized Reviewer:
1.2.2.11.1. Unit Commander’s Name, Grade, Branch of Svc, Organization, Command & Location: Enter Commander’s information as of c/o date in the following format. Example: JOHN A. DOE, Col, USAF
United States Air Forces Central Command (ACC) Shaw AFB SC 1.2.2.11.2. Duty Title: Enter duty title (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the EPR. 1.2.2.11.3. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number.
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1.2.2.11.4. Digitally Sign: Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after).
1.2.2.12. Section XII: Ratee’s Acknowledgement:
1.2.2.12.1. The Ratee must acknowledge receipt prior to the report becoming a matter of record by signing in this block. Signing the report does not imply concurrence, but acknowledgement. If ratee non-concurs with the report, they may submit an appeal IAW AFI 36-2401. Non-digital: Handwrite date. Sign on or after the close-out date. 1.2.2.12.2. Select appropriate choice from drop down menu: Blank – member concurs and digitally signs report. “Member unable to sign” – use when member is incapacitated or unavailable to sign; rater (digitally) signs. “Member declined to sign” – use when member refuses to sign the form; rater (digitally) signs.
1.2.2.13. Save the Report: Save the form by clicking on the “Save” Icon on the form. Save the form as “directorate/unit, Last Name, First Name, type of report”. Ex: (CCEA) MSgt, Doe, John (EPR). Ensure you specify the correct location to save the form to on your computer. Once you select the name and location to store, hit SAVE.
NOTE: All block marks require an “X”, and not a check mark. This can be fixed adjusting your settings in Lotus Form Viewer.
1.2.3. AF Form 910/911 Referral Reports
1.2.3.1. Referral EPRs: Ratee receives a “Does Not Meet Standards” in any block in Section III; or if the ratee receives a “Poor” or “Needs Improvement” in Section V or receives derogatory comments, regardless of overall rating. The rater will complete the report without the Additional rater’s comments, print it out, sign it with blue or black ink and present it to the ratee along with the referral report with 10 calendar day suspense.
1.2.3.1.1. Referral Procedures:
1.2.3.1.1.1. Ensure the name of the next evaluator is included in the referral memorandum. For referral procedures and referral memorandum see AFI 36-2406, paragraph 3.9. Note: Date on memorandum and date rater signs evaluation must be the same before presenting to ratee and ensure the ratee specifies on the memo whether he or she will submit comments to the rater. 1.2.3.1.1.2. If the evaluator refers the report or is named in the referral memorandum, choose one of the comments below IAW AFI 36-2406, paragraph 3.9.7 on the report as the first bullet in Sect VI.
(1) “I have carefully considered (ratee’s name) comments to the referral memo
of (date)” (2) “Comments from the ratee were requested but were not received within the required period” (3) “Ratee elected not to provide comments to the referral memo of (date)”
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1.2.3.1.1.3. Procedures if evaluator is deployed when report is due: All signatures must be “wet” signatures. The rater who is deployed and is referring a home station report will sign the referral memo and EPR. They will then scan in the evaluation and letter and e-mail them to the next evaluator in the rating chain. The evaluation and memo can also be faxed to the next evaluator if a scanner is unavailable. The next evaluator in the chain will act on behalf of the evaluator who is deployed and issue the letter and evaluation to the ratee. Upon receipt of the ratee’s comments or at the expiration of the ratee’s 10 calendar day (30 days for Non-EAD) window to respond, the evaluators will add the mandatory comments from the evaluator named in the referral memo, ensuring the date signed by the referring evaluator does not change. The evaluator who is deployed can re-sign the form, scan and e-mail/fax the form to the next evaluator. All signatures, except the evaluator who is deployed, must be original.
1.2.3.1.2. Mailing Instructions: The rater should review the package to ensure printed EPR/OPR is correct, sign, and forward to the unit EPR/OPR monitor for final processing. The unit monitor delivers package to USAFCENT/CSS, Bldg 1130, Suite 111. For AFCENT Permanent Party units, not located on Shaw AFB, mail or FEDEX final signed reports with all supporting documentation to:
(i)
ATTN: USAFCENT CSS EVALS 524 Shaw Drive Suite 111 Shaw AFB SC 29152
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Figure 3. AF Form 707 Senior Rater Endorsement Routing Process
1.2.4. AF Form 707 (20080618) (Lt thru Colonel) Comments are mandatory (except in Other Comments); all text must be in bullet format (including Key duties section) and support the ratings in each section. Ensure you use spell check as often as needed.
1.2.4.1. Section I: Ratee Identification Data:
1.2.4.1.1. NAME: Ensure name is all uppercase. 1.2.4.1.2. SSN: Ensure member’s social is correct and that it matches the OPR shell. 1.2.4.1.3. GRADE: As of the close out date 1.2.4.1.4. DAFSC: Duty Air Force Specialty Code needs to reflect as current.
No
CSS/MPS generates RIP and sends to unit
Report due to USAFCENT/CSS 1 day after closeout date (after internal review)
USAFCENT/CCEA reviews OPR
USAFCENT/CCEA forwards to D/CoS
Changes Required?
CCEA returns to unit CCE reviews package
Yes
USAFCENT/CC signs report
D/CoS reviews package
CSS reviews package (checks for accuracy, spelling, grammar, etc) forwards to
USAFCENT/CCEA
CCEA forwards to unit for ratees signatures/MilPDS/CMS update (units
w/out MilPDS/CMS will forward to CSS for update)
CCEA continues processing
Unit makes corrections and sends signed report to
CCEA
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1.2.4.1.5. REASON FOR REPORT: Annual, CRO, Directed by CC, Directed by HAF, etc. Verification may be required because the shell is not always correct. See Table 3.3 of AFI 36-2406 for specific guidance on directed reports and rules. 1.2.4.1.6. PAS CODE: If an individual is administratively assigned to a different PAS code than where they are physically working, enter the assigned information, followed by “with duty at...” to indicate where the member actually performed duties. Example: 20th Fighter Wing with duty at United States Air Forces Central (ACC), Shaw AFB SC (AD) 1.2.4.1.7. ORGANIZATION, COMMAND, LOCATION: Use the full name of the organization to ensure it fits on one line; which should be the second line. 1.2.4.1.8. PERIOD OF REPORT: Inclusive dates should match OPR notice. For specific rules involving exceptions for ANG and USAFR members, see information located in AFI 36-2406, Table 3.1, notes 4 and 5. 1.2.4.1.9. NUMBER OF DAYS SUPERVISION: The number of days the rater supervised the ratee during the reporting period. Remember to deduct all periods of 30 consecutive days or more during which the rate did not perform duties under the supervision of the rater due to TDY, including leave or “time off” in conjunction with TDY, etc. 1.2.4.1.10. SENIOR RATER ID: Enter the Senior Rater ID (SRID) for the ratee’s unit of assignment as of the close-out date. Indeterminate (365-day) deployments will use the home station SRID.
1.2.4.2. Section II: Job Description:
1.2.4.2.1. Duty Title: Enter the duty title reflected on the EPR shell (all caps) and spell out. If it is incorrect on shell, use the correct duty title and submit a personnel action request form to CSS for update. Ensure the duty title is commensurate with the ratee’s grade, AFSC, and responsibility. Indeterminate (365-day) deployments will use the deployed Duty Title.
1.2.4.2.2. Job Description: Enter information about the position the ratee held in the unit and the nature or level of job responsibilities. This description must reflect the uniqueness of each ratee's job. Be specific--include level of responsibility, number of people supervised, dollar value of resources accountable for/projects managed, etc. Make it clear; use plain English. Avoid jargon, acronyms, and topical references--they obscure rather than clarify meaning. You may mention previous jobs held during the reporting period only if it impacts the evaluation. Indeterminate (365-day) deployments will use the TDY job description. A short one-line description of the unit’s mission may be included in the job description if it is necessary to better explain the ratee’s duties. Limit text to four lines.
1.2.4.3. Section III: Performance Factor: Job Knowledge, Leadership Skills, Professional Qualities, Organizational Skills, Judgment and Decisions, Communication Skills, and Physical Fitness: All seven performance factors are consolidated in this block. Specific performance factors are listed on the reverse side of the form.
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1.2.4.4. Section IV: Rater Overall Assessment:
1.2.4.4.1. This section allows evaluators to comment on the ratee’s overall performance and performance-based potential as compared to others in the same grade known by the evaluators. It is the rater’s responsibility to check the ratee’s performance fitness test. Note: If the additional rater is the only evaluator or senior rater/reviewer, type “RATER/ADDITIONAL RATER IS ALSO THE REVIEWER” in Section VI. 1.2.4.4.2. Last Performance Feedback Date: Raters certify performance feedback in this area by entering the date the most recent feedback was provided. Enter date as DD MMM YYYY. If feedback was not accomplished, state the reason why. There is no excuse for not completing this requirement. If feedback was not required, enter “N/A.” Do not use the date feedback was provided in conjunction with completion of the evaluation. 1.2.4.4.3. Rater’s Name, Grade, Branch of Service, Organization, Command & Location: Enter rater’s information as of c/o date in the following format. Example: JOHN A. DOE, Maj, USAF United States Air Forces Central Command (ACC) Shaw AFB SC 1.2.4.4.4. Duty Title: Enter duty title (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the EPR. 1.2.4.4.5. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number.
1.2.4.4.6. Digitally Sign: Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after).
1.2.4.5. Section V: Additional Rater Overall Assessment:
1.2.4.5.1. Concur/Non-Concur: Mark the appropriate box. 1.2.4.5.2. Additional Rater Assessment: Do not repeat comments provided in previous section. Additional rater must be rater’s rater unless additional rater does not meet grade requirements. If additional rater does not meet grade requirements, the first official in rating chain that meets requirements endorses the report. See definition of rating chain in AFI 36-2406, Attachment 1 and paragraph 3.2.5.4. for exceptions. Additional raters may be no higher in the organization than the senior rater. When agreeing with the report, mark the “concur” block. If the additional rater does not agree, choose the nonconcur block and the additional rater must provide a statement in Section VI that explains why he/she nonconcurs. See AFI 36-2406, paragraph 3.7 for inappropriate comments. 1.2.4.5.3. Additional Rater’s Name, Grade, Branch of Service, Organization, Command & Location: Enter additional rater’s information as of c/o date. Example: JOHN A. DOE, Col, USAF United States Air Forces Central Command (ACC) Shaw AFB SC 1.2.4.5.4. Duty Title: Enter duty title (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the OPR. 1.2.4.5.5. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number.
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1.2.4.5.6. Digitally Sign: The Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after).
1.2.4.6. Section VI: Reviewer (If required, limit text to four lines)
1.2.4.6.1. Follow instructions from Section V, Additional Rater Overall Assessment
1.2.4.7. Section VII: Functional Examiner/ Air Force Advisor: For personnel filling acquisition positions on the UMD. Refer to AFI 36-2406 Paragraphs 3.10 and 3.11
1.2.4.7.1. Functional Examiner Name, Grade, Branch of Service, Organization, Command & Location: Enter appropriate information as of c/o date. Example: JOHN A. DOE, Col, USAF United States Air Forces Central Command (ACC) Shaw AFB SC
1.2.4.7.2. Duty Title: Enter duty title (not all caps) as of the close-out date of the OPR. 1.2.4.7.3. SSN: Enter the last four digits of the social security number. 1.2.4.7.4. Digitally Sign: The Double click to sign the report and the date automatically locks in. In the rare instance where digital signatures cannot be used, sign in reproducible blue or black ink and handwrite the date. Do not sign blank forms or sign before the close-out date (only on or after).
1.2.4.8. Section VIII: Ratee’s Acknowledgement:
1.2.4.8.1. Mark the appropriate box. 1.2.4.8.2. Select appropriate choice from drop down menu: Blank – member concurs and digitally signs report. “Member unable to sign” – use when member is incapacitated or unavailable to sign; rater (digitally) signs. “Member declined to sign” – use when member refuses to sign the form; rater (digitally) signs.
1.2.4.9. Section IX: Performance Factors:
1.2.4.9.1. If ratee meets all standards, leave blank. If ratee does not meet standards in any of the listed areas, mark the “Does Not Meet Standards” block.
1.2.4.10. Section X: Remarks:
1.2.4.10.1. Acronyms: Due to limited space on the front of form, evaluators may spell out all acronyms in this block. (ex: Officer Performance Report (OPR);) List acronyms in order used.
NOTE: All block marks require an “X”, and not a check mark. This can be fixed adjusting your settings in Lotus Form Viewer.
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1.2.4.11. Section XI: Referral Report: Complete this section for referral reports only.
1.2.4.12. Save the Report: Save the form by clicking on the “Save” Icon on the form (Ref. Atch 1). Save the form as “directorate/unit, Last Name, First Name, type of report”. Ex: (CCEA) Maj, Doe, John (OPR). Ensure you specify the correct location to save the form to on your computer. Once you select the name and location to store, hit SAVE
1.2.4.13. Referral OPRs: If an officer fails to meet standards in any one of the listed performance factors; the overall report will be a “Does Not Meet Standards” report and is a referral OPR. If the OPR includes derogatory comments, the overall report will be a “Does Not Meet Standards” report the OPR is a referral. The rater will complete the report without the Additional rater’s comments, print it out, sign it with blue or black ink and present it to the ratee along with the referral report with ten duty day suspense. See attachment 5 for example OPR referral.
1.2.4.13.1. Referral Procedures: On page two of the OPR form, the referring evaluator can fill in the specifics in the blank lines provided. When typing information into the form, you will have to end typing at the end of each line and manually place the cursor on the next line to continue typing. The text does not wrap around automatically. If the specific details are too long for the space allotted, the referring evaluator can attach a separate memorandum (under the current process IAW AFI 36-2406, paragraph 3.9.5.) and annotate “See Attachment” in the lines provided in this block. Ensure the name of the next evaluator is included in the space provided in Section XI. 1.2.4.13.2. If the evaluator refers the report or is named in the referral memorandum, choose one of the applicable comments below as a bullet IAW AFI 36-2406, paragraph 3.9.7.
(1) “I have carefully considered (ratee’s name) comments to the referral memo of
(date)” (2) “Comments from the ratee were requested but were not received within the
required period” (3) “Ratee elected not to provide comments to the referral memo of (date)”
1.2.4.13.3. Procedures if evaluator is deployed when report is due. All signatures must be “wet” signatures. The rater who is deployed and is referring a home station report will sign the referral memo and OPR. They will then scan in the evaluation and letter and e-mail them to the next evaluator in the rating chain. The evaluation and memo can also be faxed to the next evaluator if a scanner is unavailable. The next evaluator in the chain will act on behalf of the evaluator who is deployed and issue the letter and evaluation to the ratee. Upon receipt of the ratee’s comments or at the expiration of the ratee’s 10 calendar day (30 day Non-EAD) window to respond, the evaluators will add the mandatory comments from the evaluator named in the referral memo, ensuring the date signed by the referring evaluator does not change. The evaluator who is deployed can re-sign the form, scan and e-mail/fax the form to the next evaluator. All signatures, except the evaluator who is deployed, must be original.
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1.2.4.14 Mailing Instructions: The rater should review the package to ensure printed EPR/OPR is correct, sign and forward to the unit EPR/OPR monitor for final processing. The unit monitor delivers package to USAFCENT/CSS, AFCENT Permanent Party units not located on Shaw AFB, mail or FEDEX final signed reports with all supporting documentation to:
(ii)
ATTN: USAFCENT CSS EVALS 524 Shaw Drive Suite 111 Shaw AFB SC 29152
1.3. Senior Rater Preference: The following are personal preferences of the USAFCENT
Senior Rater. All evaluations requiring Senior Rater signature must be in compliance with these preferences. They are subject to change and will be updated when new preferences
are received. See attachment 6 for Senior Rater Eligibility Charts.
1.3.1. EPR Preferences:
1.3.1.1. Only single-line bullets are allowed in the block signed by the Senior Rater 1.3.1.2. Do not use “…” in between bullets, only use semicolons or two dashes.
- 20 FW/USAFCENT Top III leader and mentor; coordinated 3 new ALS orientations--raised over $1.5K for AFSA
1.3.1.3. Promotion statements are allowed, but do not use comments such as “ready for Senior” or “make him a Chief.” 1.3.1.4. Reference USAFCENT Commander (USAFCENT/CC) instead of the Commander personally. 1.3.1.5. All EPRs will contain evaluations by at least two evaluators unless the rater qualifies as a single evaluator (e.g., Colonel and above or GS-15 and above).
Avoid the use of first names and terms like “my wing’s #1…”; “my top priority…”; “when my wing needs…” or “I count on (name) to produce…”
1.3.2. OPR Preferences:
1.3.2.1. Only single-line bullets allowed in the block signed by the Senior Rater. 1.3.2.2. Do not use “…” in between bullets, only use semicolons or two dashes.
- Tireless support for JET forces; sourced/delivered 800 flame retardant Nomex flight suits--320 Airmen protected
1.3.2.3. Avoid the use of first names in the Senior Rater block and terms like “my wing’s #1 …”; “my top priority …”; “when my wing needs …” or “I count on (name) to produce …” 1.3.2.4. Make specific recommendations for future jobs commensurate with current or next rank (i.e., do not recommend a rated Captain for squadron commander). Do not make veiled promotion statements such as:
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“Capt Jones is already performing at a Major’s level” “Capt James is performing like a Field Grade Officer” 1.3.2.5. Reference USAFCENT Commander (USAFCENT/CC) instead of the commander personally.
CHAPTER 2 - DECORATIONS
2.1. Decorations Overview
2.1.1. Purpose: This guide is to help the new raters write and prepare a decoration for home-station personnel, which is designed to recognize individuals for their achievements. Deployed personnel should use the UDPU guidance & submit an AF IMT 3994 in place of the decor6.
2.1.2. Reference: AFI 36-2803 Awards and Decorations UDPU Guide Page 60 AFMAN 33-326 Preparing Official Communication AFH 33-337 The Tongue and Quill Websites www.afmentor.com; www.dictionary.com 2.1.3. Goals: We strive to present all personnel with their award prior to departing for PCS, Retirement, or Separation. (Pin them where you win them concept). Decoration packages are due to the CCEA 60 days prior to the departure/presentation date except the DSM, LOM and AmnMs, which are due 75 days prior to the presentation date. Deployment medals are due to UDPU 45 days prior to departure/presentation date. 2.1.4. Process: Upon receiving a Décor 6, the CSS decorations monitor will forward the décor 6 to the unit administrative section with a suspense according to the projected departure date or presentation date. The unit is responsible for ensuring the rater receives the Décor 6 and provided with the required documents to process a decoration. Once the rater has completed the draft citation, the decoration package will be put together and forwarded back to the unit administrative section to forward to the CCEA for further processing. The CCEA will review and route the package for CC signature, and upon completion, the CSS will have the Military Personnel Element update the decoration and provide the order number. Upon completion, the CSS will notify the unit for pick up or mail to those not located at Shaw AFB.
2.2 Eligibility
2.2.1. Only those who exceed standards should be nominated for decorations. Achievement or service to warrant an award must be accomplished with distinction above and beyond that required for the award of a lower medal. 2.2.2. Individuals whose performance and/or conduct have been less than outstanding for the award period generally should not be recommended for a decoration. A person is normally not recommended if, during the recognition period, one or more of the following apply:
2.2.2.1. Had an active unfavorable information file (UIF) 2.2.2.2. Was not recommended for promotion or reenlistment
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2.2.2.3. Was on a control roster 2.2.2.4. Served a suspended punishment under Article 15 of the UCMJ 2.2.2.5. Was court-martialed 2.2.2.6. Received a referral OPR or EPR 2.2.2.7. Received an OPR or EPR reflecting performance that did not meet or exceed minimal acceptable standards. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. Recommending commanders must include an explanatory statement when one or more of the conditions above exist.
2.3 Types of Decorations
Silver Star Medal (SS)
Awarded by all branches of the Armed Forces to any person who, while serving in any capacity, is cited for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force, or while serving with friendly forces against an opposing armed force in which the United States is not a belligerent party.
Legion of Merit Medal (LOM)
Conferred on officers and enlisted men of the Armed Forces of the United States and on nationals of other countries. It is the first United States decoration created specifically for award to citizens of other nations. The decoration may be awarded for combat or noncombat services. In the case of American military personnel, if the award is for combat service it is shown by the wearing of a combat “V” device.
Bronze Star Medal (BSM)
Awarded to personnel in any branch of the military service who distinguished themselves by heroic or meritorious achievement or service, not involving participation in aerial flight, in connection with military operations against an armed enemy. The award recognizes acts of heroism performed in ground combat if they are of lesser degree than that required for the Silver Star. It also recognizes single acts of merit and meritorious service if the achievement or service is of a lesser degree than that deemed worthy of the Legion of Merit; but such service must have been accomplished with distinction.
Meritorious Service Medal (MSM)
Awarded to any member of the armed forces of the United States who distinguishes themselves by either outstanding achievement or meritorious service to the United States. This award was established as the counterpart of the Bronze Star Medal for the recognition of meritorious noncombatant service. The MSM is normally appropriate for field grade officers and senior NCOs. Individuals should have served in a responsible position for a minimum of 2 years.
Air Medal (AM)
Awarded to United States and civilian personnel for single acts of heroism or meritorious achievements while participating in aerial flight and foreign military personnel in actual combat in support of operations. It is not awarded for peace time sustained operational activities and flights. The required achievement is less than that required for the Distinguished Flying Cross, but must be accomplished with distinction above and beyond that expected of professional Airmen. Approval or disapproval authority is delegated to the major command commander or vice commander for military and Secretary of the Air Force for civilians and foreign military personnel. MAJCOMs will identify the missions and positions that qualify for this award. Headquarters Air Force must certify their criteria.
Aerial Achievement Medal (AAM)
Awarded to United States military and civilian personnel for sustained meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight. The achievement must be accomplished with distinction above and beyond that normally expected of professional Airmen.
Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM)
Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving in any capacity with the Air Force shall have distinguished themselves by meritorious achievement and service. The degree of merit must be distinctive, though it need not be unique. Acts of courage which does not involve the voluntary risk of life. The AFCM is normally appropriate for Captains, Technical Sergeants, and Staff Sergeants who have demonstrated meritorious service in a responsible position.
Air Force Achievement Medal (AFAM)
Awarded to Air Force personnel for outstanding achievement or meritorious service rendered specifically on behalf of the Air Force. It may also be awarded for acts of courage lesser than for award of the Air Force Commendation Medal. No more than one AFAM can be awarded during a 1 year period, except under extraordinary circumstances. The AFAM cannot be awarded to an officer in the grade of colonel or above. The AFAM cannot be awarded for retirement or aerial achievement.
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Air Force Combat Action Medal (AFCAM)
The Secretary of the Air Force approved establishment of the Air Force Combat Action Medal to recognize any military member of the Air Force who actively participated in combat (ground or air). The principal eligibility criterion is that the individual must have been under direct and hostile fire while operating in unsecured space (outside the defended perimeter), or physically engaging hostile forces with direct and lethal fire.
2.4 Types of Recommendations Outstanding Achievements Recognition for a single act or achievement so notable that delay in recognizing the event
would diminish the significance of the act
Permanent Change of Station (PCS)
Generally the decoration covers the date the member arrived on station until the date he or she departs for a new assignment
Permanent Change of Assignment (PCA)
A member who changes from one unit to another unit, on the same installation, may be authorized for a decoration; however, the new assignment must be markedly different from the previous assignment (i.e., there needs to be a different type of work at the new assignment for the member to be considered for a PCA decoration). A PCA decoration should generally be for a period greater than 2 years.
Extended Tour For members who clearly demonstrated outstanding and unmistakably exceptional service for an extended period of at least 3 years. This type of recommendation is not made if an assignment is projected or pending. Extended tour awards should not be automatic after 3 years on station. They should be considered only when the individual’s performance was so exceptional that immediate recognition is warranted
Separation The period of this award is generally from the date the member arrived on station until the last day on active duty
Retirement The period of this award is generally from the date the member arrived on station until the retirement date
Heroism Recommendations for awards for heroism must clearly show the act was characterized by courage, intrepidity or gallantry. In the case of voluntary risk of life, the facts must demonstrate the individual would not have been censured had they not voluntarily and of their own volition accomplished the act. Awards based upon heroism must be entered into official channels within 60 days of the heroic act. Do not award the Air Force Achievement Medal for Heroism
Outstanding Achievement Outstanding achievement decorations recognize a single, specific act or accomplishment that is separate and distinct from regularly assigned duties, such as completing a special project. An outstanding achievement award covers a short period of time, less than 1 year, with definite beginning and ending dates
Meritorious Service Awards for meritorious service are generally based upon a completed period of service such as a PCS, PCA, separation, retirement or extended tour. A PCA decoration should generally be for a period greater than 2 years
2.5 CONUS Recommendations
2.5.1. Submitting a Recommendation
2.5.1.1. Decorations are recommended for superior duty performance and those who clearly perform above their peers. Do not submit decorations in a token effort. Submit recommendations as soon as possible following the act, achievement, or service. 2.5.1.2. Only the Award Authority for a decoration has the ability to downgrade or disapprove a medal.
2.5.2. Decoration Package: Once you receive the Décor 6 from your administrative section decoration monitor, ensure you take the following steps and have the following items
2.5.2.1. Completely filled out/signed Décor 6. 2.5.2.2. All evaluation reports during rating period and ensure bullets used in citation are highlighted
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2.5.2.3. Any decoration received during the inclusive period 2.5.2.4. Single Unit Retrieval Format (SURF) 2.5.2.5. Push Notes/Late Letter 2.5.2.6. Justification Letter (i.e. late, higher medal recommendation) 2.5.2.7. Citation, see Attachments 2 – 4 for examples 2.5.2.8. Performance Fitness Test (PFT) history
2.5.3 Draft Citation
2.5.3.1. Draft citations must be in good taste and of a quality that will capture the substance of the decoration with dignity and clarity. Use the mandatory opening, “During this period” for the second sentence, additional sentences (strong bullets from the performance reports) and closing sentences for the appropriate decoration. 2.5.3.2. AFAM, AFCM, and MSM citations must be portrait, in Times New Roman font, 10 – 12 point font. Ensure you have no more than 13 lines max for AFAM, 14 lines max for AFCM and16 lines max for MSM citations. BSM citations must be landscape, no more than 10 lines when using 12 point font and no more than 12 lines when using 10 point font. 2.5.3.3. Units WILL use the templates IN THIS GUIDE only. 2.5.3.4. Ensure the duty title on the citation/certificate matches the duty title printed on the Décor 6. 2.5.3.5. For compound grade titles, such as First Lieutenant, Staff Sergeant, and so on, spell out the complete grade title in the opening sentence and then use the short title (ie Lieutenant, Sergeant, Colonel) in the remainder of the citation. Reflect the title “Chaplain” as “Chaplain, grade, full name” in the opening sentence; thereafter, reflect “Chaplain surname.” Reflect the title “Special Agent” as “Special Agent John J. Jones” in the opening sentence and as “Agent Jones” thereafter. 2.5.3.6. “Noncommissioned” is one word. NCOIC is spelled out as “Noncommissioned Officer in Charge.” 2.5.3.7. DO NOT use abbreviations or acronyms (e.g., NCOIC, USAF, SSgt). The exceptions are Jr., Sr., II, and III). Jr. and Sr. are followed by a period; II and III are not
Correct: Major John Smith II and Major John Smith, Jr. Incorrect: Maj John Smith, II and Maj John Smith Jr.
2.5.3.8. Do NOT use symbols (e.g. %, &, #). For example, you cannot use the dollar sign ($). Dollar amounts must be spelled out such as: 10 million dollars, 3.5 million dollars, 2,500 dollars, 150 thousand dollars, and so on. 2.5.3.9. Numbers 10 and above should be expressed in figures, but with exceptions; numbers “zero through nine” should be expressed in words. If both categories of numbers are used in
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the same related series, use figures for all. (i.e., assisted 2 units with ...50 thousand dollars….less than 5 hours) 2.5.3.10. Named Operations and Exercises will be Capitalized (Operation ENDURING FREEDOM, Exercise RED FLAG). 2.5.3.11. On the lines in the citation, do not separate the date and the month. 2.5.3.12. DO NOT use a hyphen (-) between decoration dates. Use the word “TO” between the dates on certificates and citations. 2.5.3.13. Do not cite accomplishments that were addressed in a previously awarded decoration. 2.5.3.14. The dates of your proposed decoration must not overlap with other decorations. 2.5.3.15. All accomplishments listed in the citation must be supported by corresponding verbiage in the performance reports provided. Underline bullets on the performance reports to show the statements used in the citation. If accomplishments are included in the citation that occur between the closeout date of the last evaluation and the closeout date of the decoration, they must be shown in either a draft report or justification letter. 2.5.3.16. Rank and name, Air Force or Air Base must all be on the same line. Do not separate the two. 2.5.3.17. Use the words “singularly” and “great” in the closing sentence of MSMs and LOMs only. 2.5.3.18. Citations must not contain any classified information. 2.5.3.19. Citations must be individualized on group submissions.
2.5.4. ACC Submissions:
2.5.4.1. The Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit and Airman’s Medal are due to the CSS 75 days prior to the presentation date. ACC must receive the package NLT 60 days prior to the presentation date.
2.5.4.2. Distinguished Service Medal Package:
2.5.4.1.1. Décor 6 completely filled out and signed (formatted to 2 pages) 2.5.4.1.2. Draft Citation in .doc format (margins 1-1.25 top, 1 sides, 3 bottom, 10-12 Font, New times Roman) 2.5.4.1.3. Recommendation letter 2.5.4.1.4. Late Letter if received by MAJCOM within 60 days of desired presentation date 2.5.4.1.5. ETP letter if applicable (separate from Recommendation letter)
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2.5.4.1.6. Three Page Description Justification (Narrative) 2.5.4.1.7. NAF Recommendation letter or endorsement (see attach 14 for example)
2.5.4.3. Legion of Merit Package:
2.5.4.2.1. Décor 6 completely filled out and signed (formatted to 2 pages) 2.5.4.2.2. Draft Citation in .doc format (margins 1-1.25 top, 1 sides, 3 bottom, 10-12 Font, New times Roman) 2.5.4.2.3. Recommendation letter 2.5.4.2.4. Late Letter if received by MAJCOM within 60 days of desired presentation date 2.5.4.2.5. ETP letter if applicable (separate from Recommendation letter) 2.5.4.2.6. One Page Descriptive Justification (Narrative) for PCA/PCS/SEP/POSTHUMOUS packages only 2.5.4.2.7. NAF Recommendation letter or endorsement (see attach 14 for example)
2.5.4.4. Airman’s Medal Package:
2.5.4.3.1. Décor 6 completely filled out and signed (formatted to 2 pages) 2.5.4.3.2. Draft Citation in .doc format (margins 1-1.25 top, 1 sides, 3 bottom, 10-12 Font, New times Roman) 2.5.4.3.3. Recommendation letter 2.5.4.3.4. Late Letter if received by MAJCOM within 60 days of desired presentation date 2.5.4.3.5. Additional Information (news articles, police reports, medical reports, etc) 2.5.4.3.6. One Page Descriptive Justification (Narrative) for PCA/PCS/SEP/POSTHUMOUS packages only 2.5.4.3.7. NAF Recommendation letter or endorsement (see attach 14 for example)
2.5.5. Late Submissions:
2.5.5.1. Recommendations for decorations must be submitted to USAFCENT/CCEA 60 days for all medals with the exception of DSM, LOM and AmnM’s which are due 75 days prior to presentation or separation, whichever is soonest. Late packages must include a Late Letter. NO EXCEPTIONS! Refer to USAFCENT section of this guide for AOR submission timelines.
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2.5.6. Submitting a Group Submission:
2.5.6.1. When more than one individual is recommended for a decoration based upon the same act or achievement, all recommendations will be submitted at one time. Attach to each recommendation a list of the names of all individuals being submitted, as well as a separate narrative for each person outlining that person’s contributions to the success of the operation. A group narrative is acceptable; however, a thorough explanation of each individual’s accomplishments must be included. Include citations, endorsement letters, and Décor 6s for each individual. Commander concurrence must be with each individual recommendation.
2.5.7. Decoration Resubmissions.
2.5.7.1. Submit requests for reconsideration of disapproved or downgraded recommendations through the same official channels as the original recommendation. Justification for reconsideration must be in memorandum format, not to exceed one page. Attach a copy of the original recommendation with all endorsements and new citation. Submit requests into official channels within 1 year of the date of the disapproval or downgrade letter.
2.6. Personnel TDY to Shaw
2.6.1. TDY personnel decoration submissions will be submitted to the USAFCENT Decorations Processing Unit (UDPU) at: [email protected]. Click here for the UDPU Guide
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Figure 4. Decoration Routing Process
No
Décor 6 is generated at Servicing MPS and sent to CSS
CSS sends the Décor 6 with suspense to
decoration monitor and monitor forwards to rater with suspense
Decoration monitor ensures internal, CCF and SQ/CC review is conducted. Upon completion
monitor forwards to CCEA
Changes Required?
Once approved, CCEA forwards back to unit for
processing
Package is returned to unit for corrections
Yes
Rater builds decoration package with required items in EMS and returns to
decoration monitor by suspense
Unit forwards to CCEA for final review/signature
CCEA forwards to CSS for Special order number
Is Package Approved?
No Yes
CCEA forwards for review/approval/or non
recommendation
CCEA conducts initial review
Unit returns to CCEA with corrections/CCEA will verify
corrections were made
CSS forwards to MPS for special order number/update in personnel records and contacts unit to pick up for presentation
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CHAPTER 3 - PROMOTION RECOMMENDATION FORM
3.1. Promotion Recommendation Overview 3.1.1. Purpose: The fundamental purposes of the officer promotion program are to select the best qualified officers through a fair and competitive process, provide the incentive to attract and maintain a quality officer force, and to provide performance-based differentiation to assist Central Selection Boards (CSB). A Promotion Recommendation Form (RPF) is used to communicate the Senior Rater’s recommendation directly to the promotion board and to explain why an officer should or should not be promoted. When recommending officers for promotion, Senior Raters should consider where they are in their career and gear comments appropriately.
3.1.2. Reference:
AFI 36-2406, Ch 3 & 8 Officer and Enlisted Evaluation Systems AFI 36-2501 Officer Promotions and Selective Continuation Website https://afkm.wpafb.af.mil/ASPs/CoP/OpenCoP.asp?Filter=AC-DP-00-71
3.1.3. Goals: We strive to ensure each eligible officer receives a fair promotion consideration and to provide the Management Level Review Board (MLR) and the CSB with a PRF that reflects accurate performance during a member’s career.
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Figure 5. PRF Process
PRF Accounting Date (B-150)
Accounting Date: Determines senior rater “ownership” of the
members PRF
PRFs due to Wing/Directorates/Group •Quality review •Record review
PRFs due to USAFCENT/A1 •A1 verifies complete packages •Reviews for admin errors
PRFs due to senior rater
Final Allocation date Number of ‘DPs’ available to
senior rater determined based on BPZ and IPZ pool
Senior Rater should not sign Management Eligibility List (MEL)
before this date
•Based on the final allocation date, there may be ‘gains’ to MEL which require senior raters to review and decide whether to allocate a ‘DP’ from the senior raters DP pool. •Losing senior raters still write the PRF and award a DP/P/DNP based on his/her eligibles…this is a double check to ensure no one accidentally gets missed during a PCS. •Documentation on gains are filed at USAFCENT/A1 for the records
PRFs due to HQ ACC
ACC MLR
PRFs sent to eligible Members meeting the CSB
Central Selection Board (CSB)
Commanders Release And Public Release
Congrats letters and non-select letters
Senior Rater PRF folders should contain the
1)PRF , 2) Justification Sheet, 3) DQHB, 4) all OPRs and awards (ROP), 5) PRF Notice, 6)
Career Brief, and 7) “eyes only”/ ranking sheet note to the senior rater Eyes only information
can be sent directly to USAFCENT/A1. Reference PRF Guide page 14
PRF corrections from HQ ACC
USAFCENT/A1 prepare PRF cover letter signed by Senior rater •Sealed in “Eyes Only” envelope •Contains cover letter and PRF •Hand delivered to local execs/directors •Desert personnel will be delivered via •scan or fax
USAFCENT/A1 prepares letters to include selects, non-selections,
continuing and selection
Field Grade Release is typically 8-10 weeks after the CSB
Allows 30 days for members to reclamas and fact-based corrections
• USAFCENT/A1 pulls records/builds Senior Rater (SR) folders
Fax and FEDEX updated PRFs: HQ ACC/DPPP 114 DOUGLAS STREET, STE 324 LANGLEY AFB VA 23665-2773 Fax: DSN 574-4318
USAFCENT/A1 prepare MLR package for USAFCENT/CC Containing
(PRFs, MEL, Notes, Issues, Other)
= Senior Rater = Senior Rater’s exec = USAFCENT/A1-DPP
= ‘Owning’ Units = Info Only = Member
= Air Force Personnel Center
USAFCENT/A1 sends e-mail to distribute PRF Packages
& Officer Pre-selection briefs
**Highly recommend eligible Officers obtain hardcopies of their record from AFPC early
in the process
• Initial message release from AFPC
MPF receives PRF notices and distributes to owning units
Owning Units begin writing PRFs
D-150
D-130
D-120
D-105
D-103
D-96
D-91
D-84
D-66
D-60
D-59
D-40/50
D-30
Board
D+60/70
D+65/75
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3.2. Eligibility:
3.2.1. Varies for each board and is based on the board convening date, the PRF accounting date and the officer’s Date of Rank (DOR).
3.3. Senior Rater Responsibilities: 3.3.1. Narrative-Only PRFs:
3.3.1.1. Losing SRs complete Narrative-Only PRFs on officers departing PCS for school (e.g., PME and AFIT) regardless of promotion zone. Do not complete PRFs on O-1s to O-3s who will have less than 5 years time in grade as an O-3 upon completion of school.
3.3.2. PRFs
3.3.2.1. The ratee’s SR completes PRFs no earlier than PRF Cutoff Date (60 days prior to CSB) and awards one of three recommendations or submits an officer for MLR competition.
3.3.2.1.1. Definitely Promote (DP) recommendation: ratee’s performance and performance-based potential alone warrant promotion. Annotate MEL with “DP”
3.3.2.1.2. Promote (P) recommendation: ratee qualifies for promotion and should compete based on performance, performance-based potential and broader considerations (e.g., duty history, PME, degrees, etc). Annotate MEL with “P” (NOTE: Degrees masked to Major). 3.3.2.1.3. Do Not Promote This Board (DNP) recommendation: ratee does not warrant promotion at CSB for which the PRF is being prepared. Annotate MEL with “N”.
3.3.2.5. If there are more high-caliber officers assigned to SRs than “Definitely Promote” recommendations available, SRs may submit officers to compete for aggregate or carry-over “DP” recommendations at the MLR. The SRs submit PRFs with Section IX unmarked and annotate MELs with “U” (undecided). 3.3.2.6. Senior Rater’s (SR) review the ratee’s Record of Performance (ROP) and Duty Qualification History Brief (DQHB), PIF and Unfavorable Information File (UIF) before preparing PRFs. SRs may consider other reliable information about duty performance and conduct except as AFI 36-2406, para 3.7 or other regulatory guidance prohibit. 3.3.2.7. SR may furnish rate with one copy of PRF notice to check for accuracy. Resolves incorrect or questionable entries with MPF (Highly recommended). 3.3.2.8. SR must be knowledgeable of the ratee’s performance. SRs may request subordinate supervisors provide information on officers’ recent duty performance and performance-based potential, and may ask for recommendation suggestions based upon officer’s duty performance. No officer will be asked to draft or prepare his or her own PRF.
3.3.2.9. SRs ensure there are no boards or panels of officers convened to collectively score, rate, rank, or tally records and/or generate a priority list of eligible officers unless specifically authorized by AFI 36-2406. However, SRs may request subordinate supervisors provide assessment of the rank order of their officers.
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3.3.2.10. SRs are solely responsible for evaluating officers’ ROP and DQHB and for either awarding officer PRF recommendations or submitting officers for aggregate or carry-over “DP” competition. SRs submit PRFs with Section IX unmarked when submitting officers for aggregate or carry-over competition at MLR and/or USAF review. 3.3.2.11. SRs complete PRFs and award only the number of “DPs” allocated by management level. 3.3.2.12. SRs provide a copy of the PRF to ratee’s either by hand or by sending it in a sealed envelope marked “To Be Opened By Addressee Only” approximately 30 days before the CSB (an approved copy of the PRF will be mailed to the SR from the ML). 3.3.2.13. Ensures PRFs are a private matter between SR, ratee, MLR, and the CSB. Subordinate evaluators may have access to PRF comments or ratings only if permitted by ratees. When SRs sign “Do Not Promote This Board” PRFs, they must attach memos (AFI 36-2406, Fig 8.1) informing ratees of recommendation and explain the ratee’s right to submit a letter to CSB. 3.3.2.14. SRs contact losing SR when preparing a PRF on newly assigned eligible officers who receive “Promote” recommendations from previous SR, (did not compete at MLR) and whose duty effective date, as a result of PCS or PCA to a new SR, occurs after PRF Accounting Date (Day 150), but on or before PRF Cutoff Date (Day 60). Officers cannot be competed at two MAJCOM MLRs for “DP” recommendation allocations. New SR “DP” allocations are not adjusted. Any “DP” recommendation awarded comes from the available allocations already established for the ML. 3.3.2.15. SRs provide a signed MEL of officers considered for promotion to the management level. 3.3.2.16. SRs ensure ML receives required PRFs and MELs by established suspenses.
3.3.3. MPF Responsibilities:
3.3.3.1. On the PRF Accounting Date, Day 150, provide the following to their SRs:
3.3.3.1.1. MEL of eligible officers, using Option 5 in PRISM
3.3.3.1.2. Projected Eligible MEL listing all officers with a projected PCS/PCA assignment
3.3.3.1.3. Provide two copies of the PRF Notice and the Duty Qualification History Brief (DQHB) on each eligible officer 3.3.3.1.4. Provide Quality Force Roster to Senior Rater 3.3.3.1.5. Monitor PCS/PCAs between SRs and notify ACC/DPPP of possible MEL changes 3.3.3.1.6. Notify ACC/DPPP of any officers listed on the MELs that are in ML/AF student status
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3.3.3.1.7. Verify accuracy of Senior Rater ID (SRID) and PAS Codes 3.3.3.1.8. Monitor PRISM and PRISM News at least twice a week for MEL changes 3.3.3.1.9. Notify SRs throughout the MLR cycle of changes to the MELs and DP allocations 3.3.3.1.10. Provide SRs any additional ROP or PRF review support as requested
3.3.3.2. On or about the PRF Accounting Date, Day 66, MPFs provide the following:
3.3.3.2.1. Provide SRs a final MEL, using Option 5 in PRISM, for signature 3.3.3.2.2. Notify ACC/DPPP if SR intends to lose/gain an officer under the SR rules 3.3.3.2.3. On the PRF Cutoff Date, Day 60, MPFs ensure the following: 3.3.3.2.4. Final MEL is annotated with PRF ratings and signed by the SR 3.3.3.2.5. PRFs are completed for each officer listed on the final MEL 3.3.3.2.6. All MELs and PRFs are forwarded to ACC/DPPP by the established suspense date
3.3.4. Directorates/Wing/DRU Commanders Responsibilities:
3.3.4.1. Check Personnel Information Files (PIFs) for unfavorable information also utilize SURFs 3.3.4.2. Prepare recommended PRF bullets to NAF Senior Rater and PRF Justification Sheet 3.3.4.3. Prepare Career Brief and provide current status of OPRs 3.3.4.4. Prepare push note recommendations to NAF Senior Rater
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Figure 6. PRF Folder Checklist Pocket folder, labeled on the front cover with the officer’s grade, name, zone (and number for APZ/BPZ), competitive category (e.g., LAF, MSC, BSC), and unit. Label will be placed in the upper right hand corner of the folder. Example: CAPT AMERICA, I.B APZ – 1 18 ASOS LAF (Ensure each promotion zone is a different color folder: APZ: Yellow, IPZ: Dark Blue, BPZ:
Light Blue)
NOTE: Ensure folders are setup as specified below
RIGHT POCKET
FRONT TO BACK
PRF (AF Form 709)
PRF Justification Sheet (See page 18)
LEFT POCKET
FRONT TO BACK
Labeled disk
Push Note
DQHB (Provided by MPF)
PRF Notice (Provided by the MPF)
Career Brief
Highlighted “Copy” of Record of Performance (ROP)
Changes to PRF notice (PC-III or MILPDS printout)
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Figure 7. PRF Checklist
USAFCENT PRF CHECKLIST
RATEE: __________________________________ FOLDER CONTENTS:
PRF (to include an electronic copy) PRF NOTICE (Obtained from your servicing MPF Officer Promotions Section) DUTY QUALIFICATION HISTORY BRIEF (Obtained from your servicing MPF Officer
Promotions Section) RECORD OF PERFORMANCE WORKSHEET WITH COPIES OF OPRs, TRs and
Decorations HIGHLIGHTED and annotated with line number from PRF (member must pull these documents from ARMS)
PROMOTION PUSH NOTE CAREER BRIEF JUSTIFICATION SHEET
VERIFY ON PRF: (CHECK AGAINST PRF NOTICE)
FORM VERSION: AF FORM 709, 20090210 NAME SSN GRADE DAFSC (must match PRF shell or include MILPDS screen shot update) ORGANIZATION PAS CODE DUTY TITLE – (ALL CAPS & must match PRF notice or include MILPDS screen shot update) ALL SECTIONS CHECKED FOR SPELLING & GRAMMAR SEC III, BLOCK 2 – Key Duties, Tasks, Responsibilities must be in bullet format SEC IV--VERIFY STATEMENTS/FACTS/FIGURES (utilize justification sheet) SEC V--VERIFY ZONE AGAINST MEL/PRF NOTICE SEC VI--“N/A” CENTERED SEC VII--“P0509B” CENTERED SEC VIII--“1C440” CENTERED SEC IX--BLANK SEC X--SIGNATURE BLOCK: see sample below
DAVID L. GOLDFEIN, Lieutenant General, USAF United States Air Forces Central (ACC) Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina
“Commander” IN LOWER LEFT CORNER OF DUTY TITLE BLOCK “9194” CENTERED IN SSN BLOCK SPELL CHECK COMPLETED CHECKED BY/DATE:____________________________________ A1L Representative’s Review: _____________________________
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Figure 8. Narrative Only Checklist
USAFCENT NARRATIVE ONLY PRF CHECKLIST
RATEE: __________________________________ FOLDER CONTENTS:
PRF (to include an electronic copy) PRF NOTICE (Obtained from your servicing MPF Officer Promotions Section) RECORD OF PERFORMANCE WORKSHEET WITH COPIES OF OPRs, TRs and
Decorations HIGHLIGHTED and annotated with line number from PRF (member must pull these documents from ARMS)
CAREER BRIEF JUSTIFICATION SHEET
VERIFY ON PRF: (CHECK AGAINST PRF NOTICE)
FORM VERSION: AF FORM 709, 20090210 NAME SSN GRADE DAFSC (must match PRF shell or include MILPDS screen shot update) ORGANIZATION PAS CODE DUTY TITLE – (ALL CAPS & must match PRF notice or include MILPDS screen shot update) ALL SECTIONS CHECKED FOR SPELLING & GRAMMAR SEC III, BLOCK 2 – Key Duties, Tasks, Responsibilities must be in bullet format SEC IV--VERIFY STATEMENTS/FACTS/FIGURES (utilize justification sheet) SEC V—LEAVE BLANK SEC VI—LEAVE BLANK SEC VII—USE CURRENT DATE OR DATE Senior Rater SIGNS SEC VIII—LEAVE BLANK SEC IX—“NO OVERALL RECOMMENDATION” SEC X--SIGNATURE BLOCK: see sample below
DAVID L. GOLDFEIN, Lieutenant General, USAF United States Air Forces Central (ACC) Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina
“Commander” IN LOWER LEFT CORNER OF DUTY TITLE BLOCK “9194” CENTERED IN SSN BLOCK SPELL CHECK COMPLETED
CHECKED BY/DATE:____________________________________
A1L Representative’s Review: _____________________________
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CHAPTER 4 - ELECTRONIC PROCESSING
4.1. Electronic Processing 4.1.1. Purpose: The purpose of the electronic processing is to minimize waste, man-hours in reviewing, distributing and processing and speed up completion for upload in to a member’s record. 4.1.2. References: The following will assist you in preparing performance reports: AFI 36-2406 Officer and Enlisted Evaluation Systems MPFM 0744 Electronic Enlisted Forms/Evaluation System MPFM 0745 Electronic Officer Forms/Evaluation System AFI 36-2803 Awards and Decorations 4.1.3. Goals: To swiftly process and standardize all reports and decorations that are processed in United States Air Forces Central. Therefore, reports must be processed electronically in EMS. Referral EPRs and OPRs not processed using EMS require a tracking sheet.
4.2. Preparation: All attachments in the package will be in Adobe.PDF format, except tracking
sheet, the draft report and citation and must include the following: 4.2.1. AF Form 910:
4.2.1.1. Shell 4.2.1.2. Draft AF Form 910 4.2.1.3. Late Letter (Signed Memo if submitting to the CSS after c/o date +1)
4.2.2. AF Form 911
4.2.2.1. Shell 4.2.2.2. Draft AF Form 911 4.2.2.3. Last two performance reports (SRE Only) (PDF format) 4.2.2.4. Late Letter (Signed Memo if submitting to the CSS after c/o date +1) 4.2.2.5. Push Note: Stratification
4.2.3. AF Form 707:
4.2.3.1. Shell 4.2.3.2. Draft AF Form 707 4.2.3.3. Surf (PME) 4.2.3.4. Late Letter (Signed Memo if submitting to the CSS after c/o date +1)
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4.2.4. CONUS DECs:
4.2.4.1. Décor 6 4.2.4.2. Draft Citation 4.2.4.3. PFT 4.2.4.4. Draft Performance Reports (if one is not generated and bullets are used that is not on a report, type up a memo with explanation) 4.2.4.5. All EPRs during the inclusive dates (underlined bullets used in citation) 4.2.4.6. Copies of any Citations awarded during the period of the award 4.2.4.7. Push note (for nonstandard recommendations and/or markdowns on reports) 4.2.4.8. Late letter (if not received 60 days prior to presentation/departure date) 4.2.4.9. SURF
4.2.5. OCONUS DECs:
4.2.5.1. AF Form 3394 in lieu of Décor 6 4.2.5.2. USCENTAF Form 1 (for decorations based upon aerial achievement) 4.2.5.3. Draft citation 4.2.5.4. UDPU Tracking Sheet 4.2.5.5. TDY Orders- documentation showing assignment to a joint organization 4.2.5.6. Biography required for all civilian decoration submissions 4.2.5.7. Additional justification-newspaper clipping/base paper articles for Airman’s Medal.
4.2.6. Finalizing the EPR/OPR:
4.2.6.1. After a draft EPR/OPR has been through the necessary reviews, it will be returned to the originating office or individual with instructions to “GO FINAL” by the USAFCENT Commander Support Staff.
4.2.7. Finalizing the DEC:
4.2.7.1. After the draft decoration has been through the necessary reviews, it will be returned to the Commander Support Staff with signature and the Commander Support Staff drop off to the Military Personnel Flight for update. Once the system is updated, the Commander Support Staff will pick up and contact Administrative section to pick up for presentation.
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CHAPTER 5 – TRACKING
5.1. Tracking Processing 5.1.1. Purpose: The purpose of tracking a report is to ensure the report is completed in a timely manner for promotions, assignments, etc.
5.1.2. Goals: All EPR/OPR and Decoration monitors will utilize EMS for tracking. An electronic excel spreadsheet for tracking will be utilized for referral EPR’s/OPR’s. Referral reports will not be loaded into EMS. The spreadsheets must have as a minimum but are not limited:
5.1.2.1. Evaluations:
5.1.2.1.1. Organization 5.1.2.1.2. Rank 5.1.2.1.3. Name 5.1.2.1.4. Close out date 5.1.2.1.5. Rater 5.1.2.1.6. Date the shell was sent to the rater 5.1.2.1.7. Suspense to the CSS 5.1.2.1.8. Date the report was sent to the CSS 5.1.2.1.9. Date the report was received from CSS for corrections or signatures 5.1.2.1.10. Date completed report was sent to CSS for upload in member’s record
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ATTACHMENT 1 - TIG SENIOR RATER ELIGIBILITY CHART (MSGT) If ratee is: and EPR c/o date is: and DOR is: TIG Eligibility MSgt 1 Jan 09 - 30 Sep 09 prior to or equal to 1 Jul 08 YES
MSgt 1 Jan 09 - 30 Sep 09 after 1 Jul 08 NO
MSgt 1 Oct 09 - 31 Dec 09 prior to or equal to 1 Jul 09 YES
MSgt 1 Oct 09 - 31 Dec 09 after 1 Jul 09 NO
MSgt 1 Jan 10 - 30 Sep 10 prior to or equal to 1 Jul 09 YES
MSgt 1 Jan 10 - 30 Sep 10 after 1 Jul 09 NO
MSgt 1 Oct 10 - 31 Dec 10 prior to or equal to 1 Jul 10 YES
MSgt 1 Oct 10 - 31 Dec 10 after 1 Jul 10 NO
MSgt 1 Jan 11 - 30 Sep 11 prior to or equal to 1 Jul 10 YES
MSgt 1 Jan 11 - 30 Sep 11 after 1 Jul 10 NO
MSgt 1 Oct 11 - 31 Dec 11 prior to or equal to 1 Jul 11 YES
MSgt 1 Oct 11 - 31 Dec 11 after 1 Jul 11 NO
MSgt 1 Jan 12 - 30 Sep 12 prior to or equal to 1 Jul 11 YES
MSgt 1 Jan 12 - 30 Sep 12 after 1 Jul 11 NO
MSgt 1 Oct 12 - 31 Dec 12 prior to or equal to 1 Jul 12 YES
MSgt 1 Oct 12 - 31 Dec 12 after 1 Jul 12 NO
MSgt 1 Jan 13 - 30 Sep 13 prior to or equal to 1 Jul 12 YES
MSgt 1 Jan 13 - 30 Sep 13 after 1 Jul 12 NO
MSgt 1 Oct 13 - 31 Dec 13 prior to or equal to 1 Jul 13 YES
MSgt 1 Oct 13 - 31 Dec 13 after 1 Jul 13 NO
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ATTACHMENT 2-TIG SENIOR RATER ELIGIBILITY CHART (SMSGT)
If ratee is: and EPR c/o date is: and DOR is: TIG Eligibility SMSgt 1 Jan 09 - 31 Jul 09 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 08 YES
SMSgt 1 Jan 09 - 31 Jul 09 after 1 Mar 08 NO SMSgt 1 Aug 09 - 31 Dec 09 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 09 YES
SMSgt 1 Aug 09 - 31 Dec 09 after 1 Mar 09 NO
SMSgt 1 Jan 10 - 31 Jul 10 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 09 YES SMSgt 1 Jan 10 - 31 Jul 10 after 1 Mar 09 NO
SMSgt 1 Aug 10 - 31 Dec 10 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 10 YES
SMSgt 1 Aug 10 - 31 Dec 10 after 1 Mar 10 NO SMSgt 1 Jan 11 - 31 Jul 11 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 10 YES
SMSgt 1 Jan 11 - 31 Jul 11 after 1 Mar 10 NO
SMSgt 1 Aug 11 - 31 Dec 11 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 11 YES SMSgt 1 Aug 11 - 31 Dec 11 after 1 Mar 11 NO
SMSgt 1 Jan 12 - 31 Jul 12 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 11 YES
SMSgt 1 Jan 12 - 31 Jul 12 after 1 Mar 11 NO SMSgt 1 Aug 12 - 31 Dec 12 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 12 YES
SMSgt 1 Aug 12 - 31 Dec 12 after 1 Mar 12 NO
SMSgt 1 Jan 13 - 31 Jul 13 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 12 YES SMSgt 1 Jan 13 - 31 Jul 13 after 1 Mar 12 NO
SMSgt 1 Aug 13 - 31 Dec 13 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 13 YES
SMSgt 1 Aug 13 - 31 Dec 13 after 1 Mar 13 NO SMSgt 1 Jan 14 - 31 Jul 14 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 13 YES
SMSgt 1 Jan 14 - 31 Jul 14 after 1 Mar 13 NO
SMSgt 1 Aug 14 - 31 Dec 14 prior to or equal to 1 Mar 14 YES SMSgt 1 Aug 14 - 31 Dec 14 after 1 Mar 14 NO
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ATTACHMENT 3 - AFPC ENLISTED/OFFICER STRATIFICATION CLARIFICATION MESSAGE
ENLISTED
QUESTION: Can a Squadron Commander say, for TIG MSgt: “My #1 of 10 MSgt”? Can a Group Commander say “My #4 of 45 MSgts”, and can the Wing Commander say “My #6 of 92 MSgts”? ANSWER: Yes QUESTION: Can an AFELM CC state, “My #1 of 7 E-7s assigned”? ANSWER: Yes. Evaluators at all levels are encouraged to consider the appropriate use of stratification statements. However, evaluators should consider size of the scope when using stratification statements since stratification statements are not mandatory or expected for all SNCOs. QUESTION: Can a supervisor who evaluates Active Duty, Reserve and Air National Guard airmen base stratification statements using all components in the comparison? ANSWER: Yes, as long as the comparison is against airmen in the same grade. QUESTION: Can a Wing Commander say, “My #6 of 300 SNCOs on my base”? ANSWER: No. Stratification must be based on peers who are in the same grade and within the rating scheme of the rater. QUESTION: Can Amn – TSgt and CMSgt receive stratification? ANSWER: Amn – TSgt and CMSgt reports will not include stratification statements. QUESTION: Is it prohibited to use statements such as “My Top Airman”, “Best Airman I’ve supervised in my 20 year career”, “Best in the business”? ANSWER: Yes, it is prohibited; these are subjective stratification statements. QUESTION: Can an evaluator state, “My #1 Communications NCO”? ANSWER: No. Stratification based on career field or functional community is prohibited. QUESTION: Can an evaluator state “Top 5 of MSgts”? ANSWER: No. Stratification based on percentage is not allowed. QUESTION: Are bullet lead offs, such as “Superb performer”, “Outstanding leader”, etc. still appropriate to use? ANSWER: Yes QUESTION: Can statements such as “Expert senior EMT; the # 1 choice for instructing new AS personnel; 5 technicians fully trained in minimal time” be used? ANSWER: No, these are prohibited inferred stratification statements. Instead, evaluators should focus on the impact/accomplishment. QUESTION: Are statements such as “Top-tier controller; directed delivery of 11M gallons of fuel in support of 6 AMW/2 COCOMs/50 tenant units” acceptable? ANSWER: "Top Tier Controller" is an implied stratification statement and is prohibited. STATEMENT: “My best safety NCO; superbly implemented WG’s safety programs for 11K personnel—safety pervasive base wide” ANSWER: Prohibited stratification statement. STATEMENT: “No other E-5 has such responsibility or shown such ability to multi-task with such success; a must promote!” ANSWER: The comment is prohibited. The evaluator cannot rate outside of their scope of responsibility. STATEMENT: “Exceptional NCO/instructor—excelled above her peers with professionalism and unmatched technical expertise” ANSWER: Statement is acceptable. STATEMENT: “Amazing SNCO! One class short of his CCAF degree--SR endorsement next time SMSgt a must!” ANSWER: Not allowed; completion of CCAF and SNCOA does not automatically result in senior rater endorsement. STATEMENT: “My “go-to” airman … has the answers before the question is asked” ANSWER: Prohibited stratification statement; “go-to” airman implies #1. Evaluators should focus on the accomplishment and impact to the mission.
OFFICER
STATEMENT: “Absolute pinnacle of an airman!” ANSWER: Prohibited statement; “pinnacle” implies top or #1. 1. STRATIFICATION BASED ON PEER COMPARISONS: Stratification remarks can be made among: Peers (#1/10 Majors or #1/5 Captains); Peer groups (#1/10 FGOs or #1/10 CGOs); Duty Positions (#1/7 Action Officers, #1/7 Squadron Commanders); Aggregate Groups (#1/50 Officers in my Group; #1 of 50 majors in my 20 years of service); Additional Qualifiers (#1/4 Force Support CGOs; Best Major in my 32 years); and recognition level (Wing CGO/yr, #1/200). Stratification that is vague or lacks a qualified peer reference group is prohibited. (Example, although not inclusive, would be: "#1/5", "#1/50 officers", or "#1/200 personnel", as these do not identify a specific peer group).
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2. STRATIFICATION WITHIN A RATER'S AUTHORITY: Senior raters may stratify within their rating chain. For example, the Air Force Chief of Staff (CSAF) could say "#1 of 500 Majors in HAF" or major command (MAJCOM) commander may state "#1 of 500 Majors in the command." Stratification outside the scope of the rater's chain of command, despite functional authority or responsibility, will remain prohibited (except for quoting from deployed evaluations). Example: a MAJCOM/A1 may not stratify an officer as "#1/75 38F FGOs in this MAJCOM." 3. STRATIFICATION QUOTES FROM SENIOR LEADERS: Raters can reference stratification by senior leaders in the chain of command. Subordinate raters may quote reviewer's stratification; provided the reviewer is a signatory on the OPR (a squadron or group commander could say "Wg/CC's #1 of 50 Majors"). Stratification quotes outside the ratee's chain of command will remain prohibited (except for quoting from deployed evaluations). Example: a MSG/CC may not state "OG/CC lauds as #1 LRO in my Group." In addition, if a Gp/CC is not a signatory on the OPR, a Gp/CC stratification is not authorized (unless supported by an award, "CGO Qtr"). 4. STRATIFICATION IN DEPLOYED LETTER OF EVALUATIONS: Stratification, assignment, command, and developmental education (DE) push statements in deployed letter of evaluations are authorized. Deployed stratifications and push statements may be quoted in future officer performance reports (OPRs) (as long as the stratification is not previously documented in the permanent record) and promotion recommendation forms (PRFs). 5. STRATIFICATION ON PRFS: Statements that imply stratification of an officer's standing at a Management Level Review (MLR), such as "#1 of 22 DPs awarded at the MLR," or "If the MLR had on more DP, she would get it," remain prohibited. 6. STRATIFICATION STATEMENTS WITHIN DECORATION CITATIONS. The use of stratification remarks in decorations is prohibited. 7. As a reminder the use of "mini-boards" remains prohibited.
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ATTACHMENT 4- How to Complete the DÉCOR-6 SUSPENSE: 27 FEB 2009 9 AIR FORCE AF FFD110 SHAW AFB SC 291520000 REPLY TO ATTN OF: CAREER ENHANCEMENTS SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION FOR DECORATION - TSG DOE, JOHN A – FR123-45-6789 TO: 9 AIR FORCE AF FFD110/CSS ATTN: TSG MOUSE, MICKEY L IF YOU SUBMIT A DECORATION RECOMMENDATION ON TSG DOE, JOHN A RETURN THIS FORM, THE CITATION AND THE NARRATIVE BY 27 FEB 2009. IF YOU DO NOT PLAN TO RECOMMEND A DECORATION, PLEASE COMPLETE ITEM 8, OBTAIN YOUR COMMANDER'S INDORSEMENT AND RETURN THIS FORM TO US BY ________________. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE, PLEASE REFER TO AFI 36-2803 OR CONTACT THE MPF CAREER ENHANCEMENTS, EXT: . 1ST IND, 9 AIR FORCE AF FFD110 / CSS ______________ (DATE) TO: CAREER ENHANCEMENTS 1. I RECOMMEND AWARD OF: A. DECORATION: Choose the medal (AFAM) B. CLUSTER: Basic, 1st OLC, 2nd OLC, etc
C. INCLUSIVE DATES: Put beginning and end date i.e. 05 Apr 06-15 May 09 (these date is also located in section 5)
D. HEROISM, OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT, MERITORIOUS SVC, ACT OF COURAGE (choose what type of medal)
E. RET, SEP, PCS, PCA, EXT TOUR, POSTHMS, ACH, HEROISM, ACT OF COURAGE (what is the medal for)
F. IF APPROVED, PRESENTATION DATE DESIRED: Put the date you want to present the medal
G. IF APPROVED, FORWARD AWARD ELEMENT TO: This is automatic 17 FSS/AWARDS & DECORATIONS SECTION 247 FLIGHTLINE ROAD GOODFELLOW TX 76908-5605 H. NEXT DUTY ASSIGNMENT OR FUTURE ADDRESS (RET OR SEP): 17 FSS/GF0JFQGB GOODFELLOW TX 76908-5605 2. UNIT, STATION OF ASSIGNMENT AND GRADE AT TIME OF ACT, ACHIEVEMENT OR SERVICE (IF ITEM A, B OR C IS DIFFERENT, CORRECT IN ITEM D, E AND F): A. 9 AIR FORCE AF FFD110 / D. SP1CFD11 B. SHAW E. C. TSG F.
TSG DOE, JOHN A FR123-45-6789 3. IF POSTHUMOUS, OR RECOMMENDEE IS MISSING IN ACTION OR PRISONER OF WAR, GIVE NAME, RELATION AND ADDRESS OF NEXT OF KIN: 4. ARE OTHERS BEING RECOMMENDED FOR SAME ACT/SERVICE? YES/NO. IF YES, ATTACH OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS TO THIS PACKAGE. EXPLAIN ANY DELAYS, DATE RECOMMENDATION WILL BE FORWARDED AND IDENTIFY OTHERS BY GRADE, NAME, SSAN, PRESENT ORGANIZATION, STATION AND DECORATION RECOMMENDED.
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5. CURRENT DUTY TITLE: NCOIC, HQS USAFCENT CSS DATE OF CURRENT ASGMT: 30 JUL 2008 DAFSC: 3S071 UNIT OF ASSIGNMENT: 9 AIR FORCE AF FFD110 INSTALLATION OF ASGMT: SHAW AFB SC 291520000 EFF DATE OF PROMOTION: 01 JUN 2008 DATE ARRIVED STATION: 05 APR 2006 PROJ DEPARTURE DATE: 15 MAY 2009 RNLTD: 26 MAY 2009 DATE OF SEPARATION: 12 JUN 2011 TAFMSD: 11 AUG 1999 RET-SEP-EFF-DATE-PROJ: PAY DT: 11 AUG 1999 COMPONENT: REGULAR UIF: NO EPR DATA: 5B-30 SEP 2008 5B-30 SEP 2007 5B-06 JAN 2007 6. DECORATION HISTORY: CLOSE ISSUING ORDER ORDER DECOR DECORATION NUMBER DATE HQS NUMBER DATE CONDITION AF ACHIEV MED 01 041130 22MXG 000102 0411 EXTENDED TOUR 7. BY VIRTUE OF SIGNING THE ATTACHED NARRATIVE/JUSTIFICATION, I CERTIFY THE MEMBER'S SERVICE DURING THE PERIOD OF THIS RECOMMENDATION HAS BEEN HONORABLE AND THE ATTACHED CITATION IS UNCLASSIFIED. NO PREVIOUS AWARD HAS BEEN MADE TO MEMBER FOR THE ACT, ACHIEVEMENT OR SERVICE DESCRIBED. ATCH 1. NARRATIVE 2. CITATION 8. I HAVE PERSONALLY REVIEWED THE MEMBER'S PIF. I RECOMMEND / DO NOT RECOMMEND MEMBER FOR A DECORATION. ____________________________________________________________________ SUPERVISOR/DATE COMMANDER/DATE
The supervisor AND commander must sign and date Item 8. Don’t forget to circle either the
“Recommend” or “Do Not Recommend” statement.
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ATTACHMENT 5
ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (AFAM) CITATION TEMPLATE
(FIRST OAK LEAF CLUSTER)
SENIOR AIRMAN JOHN L. DOE
MERITORIOUS SERVICE 20 JULY 2000 TO 20 DECEMBER 2003
Senior Airman John L. Doe distinguished himself by (meritorious service OR outstanding achievement) as Assistant Dedicated Crew Chief, 999th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Homestead Air Force Base, Georgia. During this period, Airman Doe’s technical skills and awareness were instrumental in the replacement of an engine generator on aircraft 65-0986 while deployed to Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. His superior efforts and technical knowledge allowed the aircraft to assume the role of Combat Search and Rescue alert coverage as scheduled. While deployed for Operation SOUTHERN WATCH, his meticulous inspection techniques during home-station check on aircraft 64-4852 ensured detection of structural corrosion and prevented a possible aircraft mishap. Furthermore, place the last bullet here. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Doe reflect credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
DAVID L. GOLDFEIN Lieutenant General, USAF Commander, USAFCENT
Use all capital letters. Be sure to spell out
the months.
First time used spell out the whole grade. Subsequent times use the shortened version (e.g.,
Airman instead of Senior Airman; Sergeant instead of Technical
Sergeant)
Signature block should be as close to directly under the signature line without extending to left of line
Use AF Form 2274
Opening Sentence (mandatory): Senior Airman John L. Doe distinguished himself by (meritorious service or outstanding achievement), as (duty assignment, and office location) OR while assigned to (office location). OR
Senior Airman John L. Doe distinguished himself by outstanding achievement (at or near).
Narrative Description: During this period (mandatory statement) ….
Closing Sentence (mandatory): The distinctive accomplishments of Senior Airman Doe reflect credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
The text of the citation is 12 point, Times
New Roman. Do not bold
13 lines
max
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ATTACHMENT 6
COMMENDATION MEDAL (AFCM) CITATION TEMPLATE
(FIRST OAK LEAF CLUSTER)
CAPTAIN JOHN L. DOE
MERITORIOUS SERVICE 16 APRIL 2001 TO 1 OCTOBER 2003
Captain John L. Doe distinguished himself by meritorious service as Operations Officer, 999th Security Forces Squadron, Homestead Air Force Base, Georgia. During this period, Captain Doe’s professional skill, leadership and ceaseless efforts of contributed to the effectiveness and success of Air Force programs. He ensured operations readiness and flawless mission execution of a 206-person squadron on multiple deployments in support of Operations ENDURING and IRAQI FREEDOM. Captain Doe’s overall professionalism and contributions were a driving force that contributed to the group garnering consecutive Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards for 2001 and 2002. Furthermore, place the last bullet here. The distinctive accomplishments of Captain Doe reflect credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
DAVID L. GOLDFEIN Lieutenant General, USAF Commander, USAFCENT
14 lines
max
Use AF Form 2224
Opening Sentence (mandatory): Captain John L. Doe distinguished himself by (meritorious service) OR (outstanding achievement) as (duty assignment and office) OR (while assigned to _____(office) from _____to _____).
Narrative Description: During this period (mandatory statement)... Closing Sentence (mandatory): The distinctive accomplishments of Captain Doe reflect credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Retirement Award (mandatory): The distinctive accomplishments of Captain Doe culminate a (long and) distinguished career in the service of his country and reflect credit upon himself and the United States Air Force. Note: “Long” is only used if the person served 30 or more years of service
Separation Award (mandatory): The distinctive accomplishments of Captain Doe while serving his country reflect credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Text of the citation is Times New Roman,
10 or 12 point.
Signature block should be as close to directly under the signature line without extending to left of line
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ATTACHMENT 7
MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (MSM) CITATION TEMPLATE
(THIRD OAK LEAK CLUSTER)
SENIOR MASTER SERGEANT JANE B. DOE
MERITORIOUS SERVICE 20 MAY 2002 TO 12 MARCH 2004
Senior Master Sergeant Jane B. Doe distinguished herself in the performance of outstanding service to the United States as Readiness Flight Superintendent, 999th Civil Engineer Squadron, Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. During this period, Sergeant Doe was deployed to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, where she established the first-ever Joint Warning and Reporting Network messaging program link to 16 installations within the area of responsibility. She ensured coalition forces and wing leadership received nuclear, biological, and chemical attack warning information vital in protecting the forces and essential to generating 3,440 combat sorties. Sergeant Doe managed the wing’s nuclear, biological, and chemical defense program. Furthermore, place last bullet here. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Doe reflect great credit upon herself and the United States Air Force.
DAVID L. GOLDFEIN Lieutenant General, USAF Commander, USAFCENT
16 lines
max
Opening Sentence (mandatory): Senior Master Sergeant Jane B. Doe distinguished herself in the performance of outstanding service to the United States as (duty title) OR (while assigned to the (office)_____from _____to_____).
Narrative Description (suggested): During this period (mandatory statement)...
Closing Sentence (mandatory): The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Doe reflect great credit upon herself and the United States Air Force:
Retirement Award (mandatory): The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Doe culminate a (long and) distinguished career in the service of her country and reflect great credit upon herself and the United States Air Force. Note: “Long” is only used if the person served 30 or more years of service.
Separation Award: The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Doe while serving her country reflect great credit upon herself and the United States Air Force.
First time used spell
out the whole grade. Subsequent times use the shortened
version
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ATTACHMENT 8
BRONZE STAR MEDAL (BSM) CITATION TEMPLATE
CITATION TO ACCOMPANY THE AWARD OF
THE BRONZE STAR MEDAL (INSERT OAK LEAF CLUSTER and/or WITH VALOR HERE)
TO
CAPTAIN JOHN S. DOE
Captain John S. Doe distinguished himself by (heroism) OR (meritorious achievement) as (duty assignment) (while engaged in ground combat against an enemy of the United States) OR (while engaged in ground operations against the enemy) OR (while engaged in ground operations against an opposing armed force) (at or near) (on__________) OR (from ______to ________). Heroism with V-device – On that date while effecting the rescue of an American helicopter crew shot down behind enemy lines, Sergeant Warren and her patrol were spotted and immediately subjected to enemy action. Through the application of her exemplary leadership, sound judgment and courage, Sergeant Warren safely led her patrol through the ensuing battle the successful accomplishment of its mission objective. Achievement: During this period while exposed to extreme danger from hostile bombing and mortar attacks, Sergeant Warren established and maintained vital long-range communications in support of the United States airlift of United Nations forces to Katanga. (Heroism) By her heroic actions and unselfish dedication to duty, Sergeant Warren has reflected great credit upon herself and the United States Air Force. OR The exemplary leadership, personal endeavor, and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Warren in this responsible position reflect great credit upon herself and the United States Air Force.
Opening Sentence (mandatory): Captain John S. Doe distinguished himself by (heroism) OR (meritorious achievement) as (duty assignment) (while engaged in ground combat against an enemy of the United States) OR (while engaged in ground operations against the enemy) OR (while engaged in ground operations against an opposing armed force) (at or near) (on__________) OR (from ______to ________).
Closing Sentence (mandatory): (Heroism) By her heroic actions and unselfish dedication to duty, Sergeant Warren has reflected great credit upon herself and the United States Air Force. OR The exemplary leadership, personal endeavor, and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Warren in this responsible position reflect great credit upon herself and the United States Air Force.
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ATTACHMENT 9
LEGION OF MERIT (LOM) CITATION TEMPLATE
CITATION TO ACCOMPANY THE AWARD OF
THE LEGION OF MERIT
TO
FIRST MI LAST
Colonel First MI Last distinguished himself by exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding service to the United States as Commander, 16th Medical Group, Hurlburt Field, Florida, from 21 July 2000 to 12 June 2002. Colonel Last’s group provided medical support for the 16th Special Operations Wing and its associate units, serving a population of over 15,000 patients. Under his leadership, TRICARE Prime enrollment grew steadily for 15 consecutive months until reaching 100 percent of the medical group’s capacity. As the group’s patient population grew, access to primary care and specialty care consistently exceeded Department of Defense standards and progressed such that 70 percent of patients seeking primary care were offered a same-day appointment. His unit’s provision of force health protection for deploying forces earned an “Excellent” rating in the Wing Operations Readiness Inspection and thoroughly prepared thousands of special operations forces for demanding missions in Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. He lead the medical group in attaining the highest possible Air Force Inspector General Health Systems Inspection rating and full accreditation by the Joint Commission for Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Last reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Opening Sentence. Colonel Anthony J. Jones distinguished himself by exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the United States as (duty assignment) OR (while assigned to _____(office) (from ____to_____). Closing Sentence. The superior initiative, outstanding leadership, and personal endeavor displayed by Colonel Jones reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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ATTACHMENT 10-ACC LOM OR HIGHER PROCESSING CHECKLIST
DÉCOR-6
o Check for RDP date in the upper left hand corner (this is an updatable item) o Check name/SSAN against citation and/or narrative o Make sure items #1 A thru H are showing current info (item F must have a date or “N/A”
without exception) o Item G should reflect where decoration is to be mailed upon approval/disapproval o Start of inclusive period should match the DAS or date of current assignment (located on
page 2) o If member is retiring, closeout date should match the RET date in item # 5 (closeout date
should be the last day of the month unless otherwise indicated such as medical retirement) o Copies of citations and orders of any decorations (listed in item # 6) awarded during the
inclusive period should be provided to ensure no dual recognition o DÉCOR-6 should be signed by member’s supervisor and commander (signed by NAF/CC
or COMAC if mbr works directly for them) *ACC will get COMACC’s signature if mbr works directly for him, provide signature block*
o Package should be received from NAF with recommendation letter signed by NAF/CC o Include TAFMSD (when not shown on DÉCOR-6) and total number of months member
actually worked in position listed on DÉCOR-6 NARRATIVE
o Should be signed by NAF/Wing commander o DSM narrative is no longer than 3 pages (signed by NAF or Wing/CC) o LOM and Amn medal narratives are one page (Signed by NAF or Wing/CC) o Narratives are not required for retiring O-6s and above o 10 or 12 pitch/Times New Roman font
CITATION
o Should be in 10 or 12 Pitch/Times New Roman font (Not BOLD font) o 1-inch side margins, 3-inch bottom margin and 1 to 1 ½ inch top margin
o Note: the only margin a writer can manipulate on the citation is the top margin only (1 to 1 ½ inches)
o Rank should not be included with the name in the heading o Use mandatory opening and closing sentences as shown in AFI 36-2803, attach 4 o Acronyms or symbols may NOT be used (i.e. #, % or &) o For a retirement LOM, “long and” may only be in the closing sentence for members retiring
with 30 or more years service as verified against the TMSD or TAFMSD on the DÉCOR-6 o All decoration packages should include a disc with the citation in Microsoft Word format
*IF THE PACKAGE IS BEING SUBMITTED WITH LESS THAN 60 DAYS FROM PRESENTATION DATE, A LATE LETTER (signed by at least an O-6) IS REQUIRED FOR PROCESSING WITHOUT EXCEPTION.*
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ATTACHMENT 11- Sample LOM Endorsement Letter
10 Nov 09 MEMORANDUM FOR ACC/CV FROM: USAFCENT/CC 524 Shaw Drive, Suite 200 Shaw AFB, SC 29152 SUBJECT: Award of the Legion of Merit for Colonel John B. Good 1. I strongly recommend the Legion of Merit be awarded to Colonel John B. Good. During the period of 31 July 2007 to 2 March 2009, Colonel Good served as Commander, 1st Medical Group, 1st Fighter Wing, Langley Air Force Base, Virginia. His exemplary ability, vision, diligence and devotion to duty enabled him to execute his role throughout a period of unprecedented challenges to the United States Air Force. 2. Colonel Good is leaving Langley AFB to serve as USAFCENT/SG at Shaw AFB. 3. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at DSN 965-5800. DAVID L. GOLDFEIN Lieutenant General, USAF Commander Attachment: Decoration Package – Colonel DeGoes
SAMPLE LOM INDORSEMENT LETTER
DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE UNITED STATES AIR FORCES CENTRAL (ACC)
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE SOUTH CAROLINA
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CHAPTER 6 (UDPU GUIDANCE)
INTRODUCTION 6.1. Purpose. This guide provides procedures for all Air Force and Joint Service decorations based solely upon service, performance, or achievements in direct support of the United States Central Command Air Forces (USAFCENT) mission to include Operations SOUTHERN WATCH (OSW), ENDURING FREEDOM (OEF), IRAQI FREEDOM (OIF), NEW DAWN (OND), and future operations as determined by the Commander, USAFCENT (COMUSAFCENT). Home-station personnel should use the AFCENT guidance in Chapter 2 and submit a decor6. 6.2. COMUSAFCENT’s Intent. The intent behind the USAFCENT recognition program is to recognize any deserving individual with an appropriate award for exceptional service in support of AFCENT during Operations SOUTHERN WATCH, ENDURING FREEDOM, IRAQI FREEDOM, NEW DAWN (OND) and future operations as determined by the Commander, USAFCENT (COMUSAFCENT). Commanders need to guard against creating an impression within their units that everyone who deploys is “entitled” to an award. However, while guarding against the perception of entitlement, neither should commanders impose quotas or goals upon their units. If deserving, individuals should be recognized for exceptional service and commanders may not impose quotas or “goals” limiting appropriate awards for their units. If the majority of personnel are deserving, they should be submitted. Further arbitrary restrictions based upon rank should not be used to preclude recognizing exceptional service. Rather, each individual submission should be based on what that individual did, how well they did it and what level of impact they had on mission success. While position and span of control often factor into this decision, it should not be the only determining factor behind which decoration is recommended. 6.3. Decoration Approval Authority. Refer to DoD 1348.33-M; AFI 36-2803, Table 1.1 and IC 2001, para 3.8; and Tables 1.1, 6.1, and 14.1 in this Guidebook.
6.3.1. The SECAF has designated COMUSAFCENT as the approval authority for Air Force with the exception of Silver Star, Airman’s Medal, Air Force Cross and Legion of Merit decorations based solely upon service, performance, or achievements recommended for individuals serving in direct support of the United States Central Command Air Forces (USAFCENT) mission to include Operations SOUTHERN WATCH (OSW), ENDURING FREEDOM (OEF), IRAQI FREEDOM (OIF), NEW DAWN (OND), and future operations as determined by the Commander, USAFCENT (COMUSAFCENT). 6.3.2. USCENTCOM/CC has delegated approval authority to COMUSAFCENT for joint decorations reference in Chapter 10.
6.4. References:
6.4.1. DoD 1348.33-M, Manual of Military Decorations and Awards. Web address: http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/html/134833m.htm 6.4.2. AFI 36-2803, The Air Force Awards and Decorations Program. Web address: http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/pubfiles/af/36/afi36-2803/afi36-2803.pdf 6.4.3. AFH 33-337, Tongue and Quill. Web address: http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/pubfiles/af/33/afh33-337/afh33-337.pdf
6.4.4. COMUSAFCENT Policy Messages. Policy messages are posted on the USAFCENT Decoration Processing Unit (UDPU) webpage – linked from HQ USAFCENT home page @ https://wwwmil.AFCENT.af.mil/Directorates/A1/AFCENT%20AWARDS/MAIN..htm 6.4.5. SECAF/CSAF Messages/Memos as published.
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6.5. OPR. The OPR for USAFCENT decorations and this guide is USAFCENT/A1-UDPU. Questions may be directed to the USAFCENT Decorations Processing Unit (UDPU) at DSN 965-8745 or e-mail [email protected]. Table 6.1. Air Force Decoration Approval Authority (See notes 1 2,) Secretary of the Air Force COMUSAFCENT Air Force Cross (AFC) X Distinguished Service Medal (DSM) X Silver Star (SS) X Legion of Merit (LOM) X Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) X Airman’s Medal (AmnM) X Bronze Star Medal (BSM) X Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) X Air Medal (AM) X Aerial Achievement Medal (AAM) X Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM)
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Air Force Achievement Medal (AFAM)
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Air Force Combat Action Medal (AFCAM)
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Notes: 1. This table pertains to decorations based solely upon service, performance or achievements in direct support of the USAFCENT mission to include OEF, OIF, OND, and future operations as determined by COMUSAFCENT. 2. Refer to AFI 36-2803, Table 1.1 and IC 2001, para 3.8.
CHAPTER 7
RECOMMENDING INDIVIDUALS FOR USAF DECORATIONS 7.1. Purpose. This chapter outlines when it may be appropriate to submit decoration recommendations and provides guidance regarding which decoration may be appropriate. Decorations enable commanders to recognize deserving individuals who have performed meritorious service, outstanding achievement, or acts of heroism that clearly place individuals above his or her peers. 7.2. Decoration Criteria. Attachment 12 lists AF decoration criteria. AFI 36-2803, Table 2.1 provides more information on US military decorations.
7.2.1. Refer to Chapter 10 when submitting individuals for joint service decorations.
7.2.2. Refer to Chapter 11 when submitting Sister Service personnel for USAF decorations.
7.2.3. Refer to Chapter 12 in addition to this chapter when submitting foreign nationals for decorations.
7.3. Categories. Recommendations are submitted in one of the three basic categories identified below:
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7.3.1. Meritorious Service. These recommendations are marked by a completed period of service (i.e., PCS, separation, retirement or death). Normally awarded for a period of service greater than 6 months. (IAW AFI 36-2803, para 2.3 DoD 1348.33-M. para C1.2.2) 7.3.2. Outstanding Achievement. These recommendations are intended to recognize a single, specific act or accomplishment that is separate and distinct from regularly assigned duties. It normally covers a short period of time with a definite beginning and ending date such as a deployment period. Submit a recommendation only when you have no other way to recognize the achievement and waiting until the individual completes a period of service (i.e., PCS, PCA, extended tour, separation, retirement, etc.) would diminish the significance of the accomplishment. Most deployment decorations will fall into this category, even if the period of service is lengthy. (IAW AFI 36-2803, para 2.4)
7.3.3. Heroism. These recommendations must clearly state the act characterizes courage, intrepidity, or gallantry. When the act involved voluntary risk of life, recommendations must clearly show that the individual would not have been censured had he or she not voluntarily accomplished the act. (IAW AFI 36-2803, para 2.5)
7.4. Applicability. Recommendations which combine periods of service not based solely upon the USAFCENT mission are not covered by this guide and must be processed through the individual's normal home station decoration approval authority chain.
7.4.1. When achievements while serving in a deployed status do not warrant a decoration, deployed supervisors are encouraged to forward those achievements to the member’s home unit commander for inclusion in possible completion of service decoration. Achievements should be documented on an AF Form 77, Letter of Evaluation (LOE), and endorsed by the deployed unit squadron commander/appropriate level supervisor then forwarded to home unit commander.
7.5. Permanent Party Personnel. Decorations for personnel Permanent Change of Station (PCS) in the AOR or temporarily on rotational status in the AOR will be processed through the individual’s normal supervisory chain to USAFCENT/UDPU.
7.5.1. Stateside PCS awards are handled by 9AF/CSS
7.6. Posthumous Decorations. COMUSAFCENT is the primary decoration approval authority for all posthumous decorations for USAF fatalities that occur while member was performing duties in direct support of the USAFCENT mission. The UDPU will ensure coordination with home unit commanders and casualty affairs representatives. Posthumous decorations should be based on the same criteria used for a living person. 7.7. "V" (Valor) Device. A metallic, bronze letter "V" that represents valor. Award the “V” device for contingency deployments IAW AFI 36-2803, Table 2.1, note 22.
7.7.1. The “V” device is not awarded based merely upon the geographical area in which the acts of services are performed. For a single event, COMUSAFCENT may authorize the “V” device when a single event (e.g., terrorist act, isolated combat-type incident, etc.,) warrants the “V” device distinction. The “V” device will not be awarded for normal peacetime acts or services.
7.7.2. Authorized for the DFC when awarded for heroism (AFPC 8106 message 301550 JUN 04)
7.7.3. Authorized for the BSM when awarded for heroism (AFI 36-2803, Table 2.1., note 11).
7.7.4. Authorized for the AM when awarded for heroism (by direction of SAF memo dated 21 Oct 04)
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7.7.5. Authorized for the AFAM and AFCM when awarded to appropriately recognize the noteworthy accomplishments of Air Force personnel placed in harm’s way during contingency deployment operations.
7.8. Dual Recognition. Individuals will not receive dual recognition for the same act or service in support of the CENTCOM mission. This includes recognition through a sister service decoration or recognition of a sister service member via an Air Force decoration. When an Air Force or joint decoration is approved, the same accomplishments may not be included in member’s end of tour/ completed service decoration. Commanders must ensure that dual recognition does not occur.
7.8.1. Aerial missions cannot be recognized through both single-event recognition (e.g., single event AM, DFC) and within a sustained flight decoration. 7.8.2. In the event that an individual deploys to multiple locations in the AOR during the same TDY period, (e.g., individual deploys to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar and then later forward deploys to Baghdad International Airport, Iraq) only one decoration to include the entire time period will normally be written.
7.9. Group Recommendations for a Single Act or Achievement The project or operation commander’s chain of command will submit nomination. The recommending official must obtain concurrence from the recommendee’s commander prior to submitting the recommendation. Group recommendations for a single act or achievement will be processed as one package based on type of decoration at the same time. (See Chapter 8, paragraph 8.3.2.2 for package assembly). If more than one person is being submitted for a particular event, all of the AF Forms 3994 must be marked “yes” in the box that reads “are other persons being submitted for this same action?” (See para 8.3.2.2.1. for further instructions)
7.9.1. Inclusive dates for all individuals within a group submission should be within the dates of the project, act or achievement being recognized. 7.9.2. Justification and citations for each individual should address what that individual did in relation to the project or mission that warrants recognition. Citations and justification in group submissions should not be identical.
7.10. Decorations for Non-humans. Per AFPC message, 182130Z OCT 02, all decorations must be awarded to humans. Military working dogs or mascots are not eligible for awards.
CHAPTER 8
PREPARING AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES 8.1. Initiating and Recommendation. Timely recognition dictates that recommendations be submitted as early as possible. IAW AFI 36-2803, para 3.1, recommendations must be placed in official channels within 2 years and awarded within 3 years of the end date of the act, achievement or service performed. Additionally, IAW AFI 36-2803, IC 2002, para 3.8.1, nominating officials should submit award nominations within 45 days of flight or event that supports the award.
8.1.1. A recommendation is placed in official channels when the recommending official signs the AF Form 3994, Recommendation for Decoration Deployment/Contingency Operation.
8.2. Preparing a Decoration Recommendation. To recognize deserving individuals via an AF decoration, 1) prepare an AF Form 3994, with required justification; 2) a proposed citation; and 3) a computer disk. For all decorations based upon aerial achievement, a USAFCENT Form 1, Air Medal and Aerial Achievement Medal, Mission Information – Justification Sheet, is also required (refer to Chapter 9). For decorations on foreign nationals, additional documentation is required (refer to Chapter 12). If decoration package is sent via email the computer disk is not required; however, an editable (.doc format) copy of the
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proposed citation must be in the email. Save the citation using the type of decoration recommended by last name, type of award and the last four digits of the member's SSAN, number of package (e.g., SMITH MSM44671of3.doc for an MSM on a member whose last four digits of the SSAN are 4467). Use the normal template. Do not use any special formatting when saving the citation. 8.2.1. AF Form 3994, Recommendation for Decoration Deployment/Contingency Operations. This form is submitted in lieu of the DECOR6 for USAFCENT decorations and is also used for justification purposes. Refer to Table 8.1 below for completion instructions and Attachment 16 for a sample form. Do not save the AF Form 3994 to the disk to be included with the submission. Justification requirements: 8.2.1.1. AFCM, JSCM, AFAM and JSAM (Without “V” Device): The citation stands alone as justification for these decorations. As such, enter “SEE ATTACHED CITATION” into the SUMMARY OF ACTION/MERITORIOUS SERVICE block on the AF Form 3994. Personnel recommended for the JSCM and JSAM must be assigned against a joint position number/billet on a joint manning document.
8.2.1.2. JSCM, AFCM and AFAM (With “V” Device): The citation and additional justification is mandatory. Additional justification for the “V” Device will be entered on the AF Form 3994 (see para 7.7 and Table 8.1) and may be continued on bond paper, if appropriate. 8.2.1.3. Sustained Flight AAM and Sustained Flight AM: The citation (in conjunction with the USAFCENT Form 1) suffices for justification. As such, enter “SEE ATTACHED CITATION” into the SUMMARY OF ACTION/MERITORIOUS SERVICE block on the AF Form 3994.
8.2.1.4. “Single Event” AM and all BSMs and above (including joint submissions of DMSMs and above): The citation and additional justification is mandatory. AFCAM requires additional justification and no citation. Additional justification for these decorations will be entered on the AF Form 3994 (see Table 8.1) and may be continued on bond paper, if appropriate. IAW AFI 36-2803 para 3.2.4.4, the entire additional justification for the LOM and lower decorations are limited to one page bond paper, DSM and higher, three pages. When using the AF Form 3994, the “SUMMARY OF ACTION/MERITORIOUS SERVICE” portion of the AF Form 3994 will constitute approximately half a page of additional justification. Exception: For BSM or lower decoration packages for all Air Force colonels and above in USAFCENT staff positions (i.e. CAOC/AFFOR colonels) or group commander (and equivalent) and higher billets, a well-written citation will suffice for justification. This also applies to all CMSgts serving in Command CMSgt billets. NOTE: Additional justification is not required for MSMs signed by the deployed Wing CC.
8.2.1.4.1. If it is necessary to use both the AF Form 3994 and bond paper for LOM and lower additional justification, then the additional justification may not go beyond the half way point of the bond paper so as not to exceed the one page limit. 8.2.1.4.2. If it is necessary to use both the AF Form 3994 and bond paper for DSM and higher additional justification, then the additional justification may not go beyond two and a half pages of bond paper so as not to exceed the three page limit.
8.2.1.5. For decorations on foreign nationals, refer to Chapter 12 for additional instructions.
8.2.2. Citation. A proposed citation will be included with every decoration recommendation. Refer to preparation instructions and sample citation at Attachment 13. Proposed citation will be prepared using Microsoft Word (6.0/95 version or higher) and saved (in .doc format) on disk to be submitted with the decoration recommendation (see paragraph 8.2.3. below). As a reminder, all acronyms need to be spelled out.
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8.2.3. Computer disk. A computer disk will be included with every decoration recommendation forwarded via regular mail. The proposed citation will be prepared using Microsoft Word and saved (in .doc format) on disk to be submitted with the decoration recommendation. Citations must be submitted in a word document (.doc) for use in preparing the finished product/certificate. Save the citation using the type of decoration recommended by last name, type of award and the last four digits of the member's SSAN (e.g., SMITH MSM4467.doc for an MSM on a member whose last four digits of the SSAN are 4467). Due to formatting differences and procedures, do not include the AF Form 3994 FormFlow.fpk file on disk. Label the disk with member’s last name, type of award and last four digits of the member’s SSAN (e.g., SMITH, MSM4467). Use the normal template. Do not use any special formatting when saving the citation.
8.2.3.1. For group submissions, each individual’s decoration should be in its own folder with the group rubber banded together. Additionally, please ensure each individual’s decoration has its own computer disk.
8.2.4. USAFCENT Form 1, Air Medal and Aerial Achievement Medal, Mission Information - Justification Sheet. The Form 1 is required for all decoration submissions based upon aerial achievement to include the AFCAM) Refer to Chapter 9 of this guide for specific information. 8.2.5. Classified Information. Decoration packages cannot include classified information. If classified information is required to justify the decoration recommendation, ensure the citation, computer disk, USAFCENT Form 1 (for all aerial decorations) and AF Form 3994 are unclassified. As such, enter “ADDITIONAL CLASSIFIED INFORMATION/JUSTIFICATION WILL BE PROVIDED VIA CLASSIFIED COURIER. POC FOR THIS CLASSIFIED DATA IS (NAME, UNIT, EMAIL ADDRESS AND DSN PHONE NUMBER)” into the SUMMARY OF ACTION/MERITORIOUS SERVICE block on the AF Form 3994 (for unit decoration submission packages, put the aforementioned wording on the AF Form 1206). Only send the unclassified portions of the package for processing. DO NOT MAIL decorations containing classified information to the UDPU. Instead, contact the UDPU to arrange delivery of classified documents schedule for processing. Originating/recommending organization will:
8.2.5.1. Forward classified decoration submissions via email to the USAFCENT/A1 ([email protected]). 8.2.5.2. Provide administrative support to the COMUSAFCENT if needed. 8.2.5.3. Provide the same support to the Air Force Review Board Agency (SAF/MRB) for DFC and higher decorations, as required. 8.2.5.4. Upon approval/disapproval/recommending action by the COMUSAFCENT, classified justification will be separated from unclassified citation and the classified justification will be destroyed. The originating/recommending organization may maintain a copy for files by the originator. 8.2.5.5. The UDPU will process the unclassified portion of the decoration and maintain in their official decoration files. 8.2.5.6. Refer to DoD 5200.1-R, Information Security Program and AFI 31-401, Information Security Program Management for additional information regarding information security.
8.2.6. Handwritten recommendations or e-mail recommendations will be accepted from commanders at austere locations where there is no capability to type/save on disk. The same information is required.
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8.3. Package and Assembly. In order to streamline processing at the UDPU, unless otherwise directed, all recommendations must be packaged, assembled and submitted in the following manner:
8.3.1 Package Requirements:
8.3.1.1. Two-pocket folder. Place only one individual decoration recommendation per folder.
8.3.1.2. Recommendation for decoration justification – original AF Form 3994, plus bond paper with additional justification, if applicable (see para 8.2.1).
8.3.1.3. Citation – proposed citation on bond paper.
8.3.1.4. USAFCENT Form 1 (for decorations based upon aerial achievement).
8.3.1.5. Disk – computer disk with citation saved in word.doc format (see para 12.2.3). 8.3.1.6. Documentation must be provided clearly showing assignment to a joint activity. (i.e. TDY order, to include TCS or other TDY orders as well). (see para 10.5). 8.3.1.7. Biography required for all civilian and foreign decoration submissions. 8.3.1.7.1. See para 16.2 for requirements for civilian decoration submissions. 8.3.1.7.2. See para 12.5 for requirements for foreign military/civilian decoration submissions.
8.3.2. Package Assembly:
8.3.2.1. Original Package – AF Form 3994, followed by any additional justification (bond paper) and proposed citation; computer disk, then USAFCENT Form 1, if applicable. For decorations on foreign nationals, follow with recommendation memorandum, biography and concurrence letters, as required in Chapter 12.
8.3.2.1.1. For Airman’s Medal, additional justification may also include newspaper clipping/base paper articles.
8.3.2.2. Group recommendations for a single act or achievement will be processed at the same time. Group award by type of award, do not mix types, e.g., DFCs with AMs. Assemble individually as outlined in para 8.3.1 above, then group together with a rubber band and clearly mark as “GROUP SUBMISSION.” See paragraph 12.9
8.3.2.2.1. Include a memo (with each folder in the package) listing the name, rank, SSAN and decoration recommendation for each individual submitted in the group recommendation. Enter the following into the SUMMARY OF ACTION/MERITORIOUS SERVICE block on the AF Form 3994: GROUP SUBMISSION FOR (PROJECT NAME) FOR (INCLUSIVE DATES--state the overall inclusive dates for the entire project).
8.4. Processing Instructions. All USAFCENT decorations will be processed through the appropriate command chain to the USAFCENT Decoration Processing Unit (UDPU) at Shaw AFB, SC. Mailing address: USAFCENT/DPU 516 Sharp St. / Bldg 1128 Shaw AFB SC 29152- 5048
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8.4.1. Electronic Submissions E-Mail address: [email protected] 8.4.2. UDPU E-Mail address: [email protected] 8.4.3. UDPU Phone: DSN 965-8745/Commercial (803) 895-8745; FAX: 965-2242.
8.5. Submitting/Endorsing Recommendations.
8.5.1. For individuals who deploy, the deployed chain of command originates and endorses the AF Form 3994 as senior leaders are in the best position to judge the contributions of the members under their authority. Therefore, decorations submitted in accordance with the following “approval authority” guidance will be processed as if they were already approved by COMUSAFCENT. All USAFCENT wing commanders, 609 AOC/CC, Air Component Coordination Element (ACCE) Directors in Iraq (IZ) and Afghanistan (AF), Iraqi Training and Advisory Mission (ITAM) Combined Air Power Transition Force (CAPTF), AFFOR/CoS, and the Deputy Combined Forces Air Component Commander (DCFACC) have “approval authority” for Meritorious Service Medals (MSM), Air Medals (AM), Aerial Achievement Medals (AAM), AF Commendation Medals (AFCM), and AF Achievement Medals (AFAM) (see attachment), along with civilian equivalent decorations. Wing commanders may delegate “approval authority” for sustain flight AMs, AAMs, and AFCMs, and AFAMs no lower than their group commanders; however, they will retain “approval authority” for decorations awarded “with valor” (V device). The 721 AMOG/CC and 385 AEG/CC have “approval authority” for sustained flight AMs, AAMs, AFCMs, and AFAMs (excluding w/V device) for personnel assigned to their expeditionary units and will submit all packages directly to the UDPU. Units reporting directly to USAFCENT/ACD, not otherwise identified above, will coordinate their decoration submissions through DCFACC. All decorations above MSM will be boarded at USAFCENT. 8.5.1.1. Recommendations for the AFAM and AFCM must be endorsed by the deployed Group/CC. (May not be delegated lower than group level). 8.5.1.2. Recommendations for MSMs, AFCMs with valor, and AFAMs with valor will be endorsed by the wing commander. If the site does not have a wing commander or equivalent, the decorations must be forwarded to USAFCENT/DPU for board processing. 8.5.1.3. Recommendations for single event AMs, MSMs and above must be endorsed by the deployed Wing/CC. For those groups reporting directly to USAFCENT, the deployed Group/CC may endorse (For example, RED HORSE groups). 3.5.1.4. Sustained flight AAM and sustained flight AM may be endorsed by the deployed Group/CC (may not be delegated lower than group level) OR the home station Wing/CC. 8.5.1.5. Recommendations for the AFCAM may be submitted by a person with first-hand knowledge of the incident through the commander to the first colonel in the operational chain. The commander or first colonel in the operational chain may return a submission as “not supported”
8.5.1.5.1. All submissions for awards dating back no further than 11 September 2001 must be submitted to the COMUSAFCENT NLT one year from the release of the message HQ AFPC/DPPPRA 091257Z APR 07...Procedures for submitting requests for awards covering combat action dating back to 11 September 2001: Individuals must provide proof of meeting requirements. CED Orders, travel vouchers, or tax statements can be used to prove deployment and receipt of IDP/HFP. The narrative explanation can be taken from a decoration or letter of evaluation, copies of which must be included if referenced. If necessary, a narrative detailing the event, endorsed by no less than the individual’s current wing commander attesting to the veracity of the content will suffice (possibly attained by coordination with a senior leader who
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was in a position to know of the event). Please refer to website https://mydirect.shaw.afcent.af.mil/Pages/default.aspx for additional guidance.
8.5.2. For those individuals who do not deploy (operate solely from home station) or stage from locations outside the AOR without a deployed chain of command, the normal chain of command originates and endorses the AF Form 3994. The endorsers must be in the same positions outlined in para 8.5.1. Individuals must be performing duties in sole support of USAFCENT operations (e.g., cannot be performing normal base duties, cannot be backfilling deployed personnel, etc).
8.5.2.1. EXCEPTION: When processed from home station, sustained flight AMs and AAMs must be endorsed by the Wing Commander.
8.5.3. For Sustained Flight AM and AAMs ONLY. The home station chain of command may initiate and sign the AF Form 3994 for individuals who deployed. However, the Wing Commander or equivalent must endorse such recommendations and they are still processed by the UDPU. This is designed to allow commanders to verify flight records at home station when necessary.
8.5.3.1. Home units must ensure the missions included in the accompanying USAFCENT Form 1 have not been used as justification for a single event AM or sustained flight AMs or AAMs recommended by the deployed unit.
8.5.4. In all cases, the originator and the endorser on the AF Form 3994 must be in a grade equal to or higher than the person being submitted. Members cannot, under any circumstances, initiate a decoration on themselves (e.g., sign as the originator). 8.5.5. The UDPU will process award based on WG/CC input for MSM and below to include cases of awards for where the Valor Device is recommended. The UDPU will process award based on GP/CC input for sustained flight AM and below to include for periods of less than 15 days. GP/CC can disapprove or downgrade a sustained flight AM or below (returning recommendation package and downgrade memorandum to originator). WG/CC can disapprove/downgrade on MSM or below (returning recommendation and disapproval/downgrade memorandum to originator). All MSMs and below that are recommended for approval or downgraded will be sent to the UDPU for processing. BSMs that are recommended for approval by the WG/CC will be boarded. (See Table 8.2)
8.5.6. Regardless of where the decorations are submitted from, all USAFCENT TDY decorations must come to the UDPU for processing. The COMUSAFCENT is the only awarding/recommending authority for these decorations. The only exception is WG/CC disapproved MSMs and below, which will be returned to the originator (see Table 8.2).
8.5.6.1. Decorations may only be processed at home station when achievements from the AOR are being incorporated into an end-of-tour, separation or retirement decoration and are processed through normal command channels, or in the event of AAMs, or AMs that are not single event.
8.6. Board Process. The UDPU will convene decoration boards IAW COMUSAFCENT guidance. The board will consist of a board president in the rank of Brigadier General or higher, three Colonels, and two Chief Master Sergeants with recent, applicable CENTCOM AOR experience. The proposed board composition reflects a cross-functional mix (i.e., Ops, Support, and SOF). After boards adjourn and COMUSAFCENT approves, the UDPU will:
8.6.1. Staff recommendations for medals requiring SAF approval to the SAF Personnel Council (See table 1.1).
8.6.2. Prepare decoration elements (certificates and special orders) for COMUSAFCENT approved decorations and forward elements to home station MPFs for further dissemination.
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8.6.2.1. MPFs will update approved decorations in the Military Personnel Data System (MilPDS), file copy in UPRG and forward to the CSS for presentation. Servicing MPFs will also ensure decoration elements are forwarded to the member’s current assigned MPF, as appropriate. Note: UDPU will maintain official files and stage decoration documents database, AF Forms 3994, citations, and special orders. 8.6.2.2. UDPU will ensure distribution of orders and citations are accomplished IAW AFI 36-2803, Table 3.1.
8.6.3. Disapproved decorations will be returned to the originator via memorandum outlining options available under AFI 36-2803. For resubmissions, see para 8.7. In the event that the originator can’t be located the award elements will be submitted to the member. 8.6.4. Downgraded decorations will be finalized and sent to servicing MPF as outlined in para 8.6.2 above. The originator will receive a memorandum from the UDPU along with a copy of the original award elements advising of the downgrade and options available under AFI 36-2803. For resubmissions, see para 8.7.
8.7. Resubmissions. Disapproved or downgraded decorations may be resubmitted for a one-time reconsideration IAW AFI 36-2803, para 3.3.8. Forward requests for reconsideration through the same official channels (deployed chain of command) to the UDPU within 1 year of the date of the awarding authority decision. The justification for reconsideration must be in memorandum or letter format, not to exceed one page and signed by the originator (same person as on the original package). Attach a copy of the original recommendation (AF Form 3994, citation and USAFCENT Form 1 if applicable) and new citation.
8.7.1. If one or more packages (that were originally part of a group submission) are being resubmitted without the other packages in the group or if other award packages are mentioned, then the originator must clearly state the names and disposition of the other packages in his or her resubmission letter or as an attachment to the resubmission letter. Packages without this information may be returned to the originator.
8.8. Decoration Status/Tracking. The UDPU maintains a decoration database on the USAFCENT webpage for customer, CSS and MPF use. 8.8.1. Address: https://mydirect.shaw.afcent.af.mil/Pages/default.aspx
8.8.2. Database Queries. Members, CSSs, or MPFs may use the web database to inquire as to the status of an individual’s awards package. You may see one of three awards statuses used to keep track of the package:
PENDING: We have received your decoration package and it is waiting to be processed. If you call on a decoration package received on or after 1 Oct 09 it's probably in PENDING status. We have approximately 3000 pending decorations at any given time due to the high volume of submissions. Once a decoration is finalized, the status will be changed to APPROVED. AWTG AFCENT/CC: The decoration has been staffed to USAFCENT/CC for final decision. We are not able to give the exact location of the decoration routing chain. BOARDED: The decoration package has met the decoration board and is being processed up to the USAFCENT/CC for final decision. Please be patient, the results of the board will be published as soon as possible. APPROVED: The decoration package has been processed and forwarded to the home station
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MPF. CONCURRENCE: We have provided concurrence to the Sister Service. The recommending Sister Service will be responsible for completing the approved decoration. PENDING-SS: We have received your award recommendation package and are awaiting concurrence from the sister service headquarters. Once we receive concurrence, the decoration status will change to APPROVED. Decorations will be processed and forwarded to member’s homestation commander for presentation.
8.8.3. AFI 36-2803, para 1.6.10 requires MPFs to help individuals determine status of decorations. To resolve matters of lost or missing decoration recommendations, each PERSCO team, wing (or equivalant) Administrative/Command Support Staff (CSS) and/or base MPF should maintain a database log and keep copies of decoration recommendations forwarded to the UDPU until decorations are finalized.
8.9. Amendments. Amendments are published to correct inaccurate first and last names and middle initials and other personal data on orders presenting awards and decorations; or to add, delete or change pertinent data to read as originally intended.
8.9.1. Member’s servicing MPF is responsible for submitting to the UDPU requests for amendments. All appropriate supporting documentation must be included.
8.9.2. IAW AFI 36-2803, para 3.4.2.3, the UDPU will not cut amendments to re-order oak leaf cluster information to chronologically align decorations, except in special circumstances.
8.10. Revoking Decorations. IAW AFI 36-2803, paragraph 3.7, revoke an approved decoration if facts, later determined, would have prevented original approval of the award.
8.10.1 To request that an approved decoration be revoked, the recommending official must do so via a memorandum for COMUSAFCENT’s approval (see attachment 15) accompanied by sufficient justification and JAG endorsement.
8.10.2. AFCENT policy does not condone revoking a decoration to later attempt to obtain a higher-level decoration, as it attempts to circumvent the decoration process. EXCEPTION: In the event the decoration awarded is submitted for a one-time reconsideration and is subsequently approved, then the original award will be revoked.
8.10.3. All USAFCENT revocation requests will be processed through the appropriate command chain to the (UDPU). See para 8.4 for contact information.
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Table 8.1. Detailed Instructions for Completing AF Form 3994, Recommendation for Decoration Deployment/Contingency Operations (see note 1) L I N E
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ITEM Instructions
1 FROM: (Deployed Unit) (If classified enter “DATA MASKED” but include servicing PERSCO mailing address)
For deployed personnel: Squadron CC or above Deployed Base, Country mailing address For personnel who supported Operation “X”/USAFCENT mission at their home station: XX WG/CC Base, State (or Country) mailing address OR: Senior Rater Base, State (or Country) mailing address
2 TO: (Awarding Authority) Enter COMUSAFCENT. 3 NAME (Last, First, Middle
Initial) Enter last name, first name, MI, and Jr., Sr., etc. (as listed in MilPDS). The name may be all upper case or a combination of upper and lower case.
4 RANK/GRADE (Including service)
Enter appropriate rank or grade. Use grade on close out date of achievement/decoration. If the individual is from a sister service or is a foreign national, you must identify their service/nation along with the Rank (Example: Capt-USMC; Capt-Spain).
5 SSAN (Including suffix or prefix)
Enter SSAN. Include appropriate SSN suffix (officers) or prefix (enlisted), i.e., FR (Regular Air Force), FV (Air Force Reserve) or FG (Air National Guard).
6 DEPLOYED UNIT AT TIME OF ACTION
Enter actual unit member was assigned to while deployed. If member supported operations at home station or staged from outside the AOR, put unit assigned to at home station. Include the unit location. Example: 332 AEW (P), Al Jaber, Kuwait; or 20 OG, Shaw AFB SC. For classified locations, enter *DATA MASKED or OTHER*.
7 RECOMMENDATION FOR: Check appropriate block to indicate decoration being recommended. If “other” is checked, enter type of decoration (e.g., SS, LOM, DFC, MSM, AM, AAM, JSAM, DMSM, etc.).
8 OCCASION FOR AWARD:
Check appropriate block: ACHIEVEMENT, SERVICE, COURAGE, HEROISM or POSTHUMOUS (See para 2.3). See notes 3, 4&5.
9 “V” DEVICE Check appropriate block (See para 7.7). See notes 3, 4&5. 10 OLC: Enter appropriate number (i.e., 0 for basic, 1 for 2nd Award,
etc). 11 ARE OTHER PERSONS
BEING RECOMMENDED FOR THIS SAME ACTION?
Check appropriate block, YES or NO. If YES, annotate as “GROUP SUBMISSION” in SUMMARY OF ACTION/MERITORIOUS SERVICE block (see line 15, this table). See para 7.9 and 8.7.1 for further guidance on group nominations.
12 PERIOD OF ACHIEVEMENT/SERVICE:
Enter exact dates that member supported USAFCENT. Date format: FROM: 12 Sep 01; TO: 16 Dec 01. See note 2
13 HOME UNIT FORWARDING ADDRESS
Enter complete mailing address of member’s home station Military Personnel Flight. For sister service personnel enter appropriate office of personnel headquarters. For foreign nationals, enter US embassy address (MPFs, customer service, passport section, have embassy addresses). For
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civilians, use home unit/employer/personnel office address, as appropriate.
14 PARENT MAJCOM Enter member’s parent major command (e.g., if member is assigned to Air Mobility Command, enter “AMC”). For sister service personnel enter appropriate higher headquarters. For foreign nationals, leave blank.
15 SUMMARY OF ACTION/MERITORIOUS SERVICE (Use specific bullet examples of act or service):
First, annotate member’s service designation (e.g., Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard) and ULN/LN. If member is assigned to a joint activity, proof of assignment to a joint activity (ULN/JMD number) must be furnished. Second, enter the operation participated in/supported (e.g., Operations SOUTHERN WATCH and ENDURING FREEDOM; Operation IRAQI FREEDOM, Operation NEW DAWN, or combination thereof.) Third, enter “GROUP SUBMISSION” or “FOREIGN MILITARY”, if applicable. Also enter any additional information that you deem necessary for COMUSAFCENT decision in this section. For Classified information, see para 8.2.5. Fourth, for AFAM, AFCM and Sustained Flight AAM/AMs: enter “SEE ATTACHED CITATION”. This is all that is required to justify these four decorations. For AFAM/AFCM (with V Device), single event AM and all MSMs and above: use this space to further justify the decoration (and continue on bond paper, as appropriate). Refer to paragraph 8.2.1, for additional guidance regarding justification. For Foreign Military: enter “NARRATIVE JUSTIFICATION ATTACHED”.
16 NAME, GRADE, TITLE OF ORIGINATOR (Must be typed or printed legibly)
The person who writes the recommendation (usually the member’s immediate supervisor) will type his/her signature block, sign the form and date the form. Include the originator’s contact information (DSN number and e-mail address; including home station information) on the AF Form 3994. Members cannot, under any circumstances, initiate a decoration on themselves (i.e., sign as the originator).
17 SIGNATURE Originator’s signature. (signed or digitally signed with CAC) 18 DATE (YY/MM/DD format) Enter the date signed. This date will be considered the date
the recommendation began processing (in lieu of the RDP date on a DÉCOR 6), for orders and promotion board issues.
19 ENDORSEMENTS: (Signature Block required, to include organizational information)
Type/stamp signature block. (signed or digitally signed with CAC) Endorsing officials will annotate their recommendation for approval, downgrade (indicate what award is recommended) or disapproval in the “ACTION” block. (May not be delegated lower than group level). All decoration recommendations must continue to the UDPU for final disposition (See para 8.5).
20 MPF ACTION Leave Blank. 21 APPROVAL AUTHORITY: Leave Blank.
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Notes: 1. If the individual is a foreign national, complete this form to the best of your ability.
2. Members who move from one base to another in the AOR, due to closure of a unit, when deserving of an award will have one decoration for the entire period. Example: Staff Sergeant Johnny A. Smith distinguished himself by outstanding achievement as Superintendent, War Readiness Element, 405th Expeditionary Logistics Squadron, 405th Expeditionary Mission Support Group, 405th Air Expeditionary Wing, Thumrait Air Base, Sultanate of Oman and the 379th Expeditionary Logistics Squadron, 379th Expeditionary Mission Support Group, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Also, if the originator is submitting a member for a decoration that encompasses more the one rotation or for multiple duty assignments, then the inclusive dates will cover the entire period from the beginning of the first rotation or duty title to the end of the last of the last rotation or duty title. See paragraph A4.3.1 of Attachment 13 for directions concerning writing an opening statement for more than two job titles. 3. For DFCs, BSMs and AMs only check the “HEROISM” block in the OCCASION FOR AWARD section if the “YES” block is also checked in the “V” DEVICE section. For DFCs, BSMs and AMs heroism is directly linked to the “V” device and both areas must be checked. Otherwise, if the “NO” box is checked in the V” DEVICE section then the OCCASION FOR AWARD section must have the “ACHIEVEMENT” box marked for the DFC and AM or the “ACHIEVEMENT” or “SERVICE” box marked for the BSM (See para 2.3). Do not check the “COURAGE” box—it is only used for AFCMs with Valor. See AFI 36-2803 Table 2.1. 4. For AFCMs only check the “COURAGE” block in the OCCASION FOR AWARD section if the “YES” block is also checked in the “V” DEVICE section. For AFCMs an “Act of Courage” is directly linked to the “V” device and both areas must be checked. Otherwise, if the “NO” box is checked in the V” DEVICE section then the OCCASION FOR AWARD section must have the ACHIEVEMENT or SERVICE box checked (See para 2.3). Do not check the “HEROISM” box for AFAMs and AFCMs with Valor. See AFI 36-2803 Table 2.1. 5. The “ACHIEVEMENT” block in the OCCASION FOR AWARD block and the “YES” block for the “V” device must be checked if recommending the AFAM with valor. Otherwise, check “NO” in the V” DEVICE section and check either “ACHIEVEMENT or “SERVICE” for OCCASION FOR AWARD section. (See para 2.3). Do not check either the “HEROISM” or the “COURAGE” box for AFAMs with Valor. See AFI 36-2803 Table 2.1.
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Table 8.2. Decoration Recommendation Requirements
Note 1. Endorsing officials will annotate their recommendation for approval, downgrade, upgrade or disapproval in the “ACTION” block of the 3994 Note 2. Refer to the USAFCENT Decoration Guidebook, Table 4.8, for appropriate signature requirements Note 3. Send approval and downgrade recommendation to UDPU for processing-UDPU will process award based on WG/CC endorsement Note 4. Send approval and downgrade recommendation to UDPU for processing-UDPU will process award based on GP/CC endorsement Note 5. Disapprovals will be returned to the originator and will not be sent to the UDPU Note 6. Must be sent to UDPU to be processed regardless of endorsing official’s recommendation Note 7 USAFCENT Form 1 is required for all decorations based upon aerial achievement (including higher level decorations, i.e. SS, submitted for aerial achievement) Note 8. Additional justification is not required for MSMs signed by the deployed Wing CC.
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CHAPTER 9
DECORATIONS BASED UPON AERIAL ACHIEVEMENT 9.1. Purpose. This chapter provides guidance and eligibility criteria for recognizing aircrew members involved with operating aircraft or performing aircrew member duties as well as detailed instructions for completing USAFCENT Form 1, Mission Information – Justification Sheet. 9.2. General Information.
9.2.1. Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC). DFCs are awarded for heroism or meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight. Heroism or achievement must be entirely distinctive involving operations that are not routine. Not awarded for sustained operational activities and flights.
9.2.2. Air Medal (AM). AMs are awarded in two categories: For single acts of heroism or meritorious achievement while participating in a single aerial flight or a sustained series of aerial fights. Required achievement is less than that required for the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC), but must be accomplished with distinction above and beyond that expected of professional airmen. AMs are not awarded for peacetime sustained operational activities and flights.
9.2.3. Aerial Achievement Medal (AAM). AAMs are awarded for sustained meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight. AAMs are not awarded for single event flights.
9.3. Individual Eligibility Criteria. DFCs, AMs and AAMs are awarded to primary aircrew members who are certified/evaluated through AF Forms 8, 4025 or 1381 for single acts of heroism/meritorious achievement or for sustained meritorious achievement while performing mission-essential flight duties. Aircrew eligibility is determined IAW AFIs 11-401, Aviation Management; 11-402 Aviation and Parachutist Service, Aeronautical Ratings and Badges; and 65-503, U.S. Air Force Cost and Planning Factors, as well as respective MAJCOM supplements and directives.
9.3.1. Extra aircrew members not performing flight/mission-related duties, non-aircrew personnel, and passengers onboard the aircraft who perform acts of heroism in-flight but which are not flight/mission related will be recognized by other appropriate decorations (AFAM, AFCM, etc.). They will not earn credit for that mission for sustained meritorious achievement aerial decorations or for single-event Air Medals. Every precaution should be made to not unnecessarily endanger the lives of non-aircrew, non-mission essential personnel. Non-aircrew should only be present on combat and combat-support missions when they are mission-essential or when being transported in furtherance of their duties.
9.3.1.1. Certain non-rated aircrew who may not be certified/evaluated through AF Form 8, Certificate of Aircrew Qualification, AF Form 4025, Aircrew Summary/Closeout Report, or AF Form 1381, USAF Certification of Aircrew Training, but who are required for in-flight operations are eligible for aerial awards. These include: (X prefix) combat camera and communications/ radio operators, Aeromedical Evacuation and certain medical personnel (i.e. Critical Care Air Transport Team Members CCATT) that are considered essential to the mission when actual patients are on board-see para 9.3.1.1.1. (CCATT members are only authorized the award of the Aerial Achievement Medal)
9.3.1.1.1. Medical personnel that are considered essential aircrew (i.e. pararescue, Aeromedical Evacuation, etc…) are only eligible for aerial decorations when actual patients are on board and when logging primary flight time IAW AFI 11-401 para 3.4.1 (and all other applicable portions of AFI 11-401 and AFI 11-402). Certifying officials for the USAFCENT Form 1 (see para 9.7) and originating/endorsing officials for the AF Form 3994 (see para 8.5) must verify mission eligibility towards the award.
9.3.1.2. “Flight Surgeons must comply with all requirements in AFI 11-401. Missions must be logged on US aircraft and should not exceed one sortie per day.”
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9.3.1.3. Ineligible individuals would include Security Force personnel (both Ravens and prisoner transport), “flying” crew chiefs, and the like. 9.3.1.4. Pararescue members are also authorized as long as they were in the air and meet the other criteria. 9.3.1.5. Requests for exceptions to the above policy must be accompanied by coordination/ recommendation from the member’s MAJCOM/DO (and DP) staff.
9.3.2. Recommendations must clearly substantiate actual duties performed, exceptional performance and outstanding airmanship above that normally expected of professional airmen.
9.4. AM and AAM Eligibility Criteria. Basic eligibility criteria for award of the AM and AAM in support of Operation “X”/USAFCENT mission are below. Criteria for specific operations are listed in Tables 9.1 through 9.7.
9.4.1. AM. The following criteria will be applied when recommending aircrew members for award of the AM for sustained flying activity in support of Operation “X”a /USAFCENT mission. Missions must have been flown within the USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR) and entered CFACC designated hostile airspace. Training flights/functional test flights/local flights are not creditable toward a sustained activity medal. Completion of the required number of missions/points does not, in itself, justify the award. In order to be awarded the AM, members must meet or exceed the standards normally expected of professional airmen and deployed wing and operations group commanders will ensure each mission considered for medal recognition meets the spirit and intent of AFI 36-2803 (see para 9.2 above).
9.4.1.1. For the rare instances where crews are able to log an O-1 mission without entering designated hostile airspace, the points will apply towards an Aerial Achievement Medal.
9.4.2. AAM. The following criteria will be applied when recommending aircrew members for award of the AAM for sustained flying activity in support of Operation “X”/USAFCENT mission. Missions must have been flown within the USAFCENT AOR. Training flights/functional test flights/local flights are not creditable toward a sustained activity medal. Completion of the required number of missions/points does not, in itself, justify the award. In order to be awarded the AAM, members must meet or exceed the standards normally expected of professional airmen and be officially recommended by their commanders. Deployed wing and operations group commanders will ensure each mission considered for medal recognition meets the spirit and intent of AFI 36-2803 (see para 9.2 above). 9.4.3. Missions. Missions should have different and distinct mission numbers to count as a separate mission.
9.4.3.1. If a single mission requires landing(s) at an intermediate location (even to remain overnight (RON)), it is still only one mission. 9.4.3.2. On occasion, the same mission number may be used by multiple aircrews on multiple days (e.g., alert crews) or by the same crew on the same day (e.g., “hot-pit”). On these rare occasions, the remarks section of the USAFCENT Form 1 must annotate reason for mission number duplication (e.g., “Alert”) to ensure they are actually different missions.
9.4.4. AMC Criteria. The following guidance is provided to help clarify criteria and documentation for sustained Air Medals/Aerial Achievement Medals (AM/AAM) for AMC aircraft supporting OEF or OIF. A fragged mission is considered one (1) mission, no matter how many legs. Multiple air land sorties could be flown in one day and still be fragged on the original mission, whether it is a de-positioning or positioning leg. The following examples clarify/define what does or does not constitute/count as a single AMC mission applied towards AM/AAM credit for OEF or OIF:
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9.4.4.1. A mission entering and departing the AOR (no matter the number of legs) is one mission. A KC-135/KC-10 mission that offloads gas in the AOR counts as one mission.
9.4.4.2. A mission that flies multiple legs within the AOR constitutes one mission.
9.4.4.3. A mission where a major weapons system (MWS) is supporting the AOR by airlifting supplies, but does not enter the AOR, does not count.
9.4.4.4. A mission that offloads gas outside the AOR to a receiver that is destined for the AOR, does not count.
9.4.4.5. No more than one mission per day in the AOR can be logged.
9.5. Applicability. Missions must be directed by competent authority (e.g., fragged in air tasking order (ATO)) or directed by command and control, (e.g., TACC) in support of USAFCENT operations (to include OSW, OEF and OIF). Completion of required missions does not, in itself, justify award of the AM and AAM. Members must meet or exceed the standards normally expected of professional airmen. Certification will be documented on the USAFCENT Form 1, Mission Information – Justification Sheet (see copy of form at Attachment 14; see Table 9.8 for detailed instructions for completing the form). Deployed operations group/home station wing Commanders will ensure each mission considered for medal recognition meets the spirit and intent of AFI 36-2803.
9.5.1. Mission number and symbol must be documented on the USAFCENT Form 1, which will enable the certifying official signing the form (deployed operations squadron commander/operations officer) to verify mission eligibility towards the award.
9.5.1.1. While mission symbols may be operation and MAJCOM-specific, for purposes of the USAFCENT Form 1, annotate the mission as either “combat” or “combat support” in the remarks section for that mission (e.g., AFSOC combat mission for OIF is logged as “P8NF” under mission symbol and “combat” in remarks section).
9.6. Combining Missions. Air Medal or Aerial Achievement Medal missions may be combined from multiple USAFCENT operations within the Southwest Asia (SWA) AOR (e.g., OSW, OEF and OIF). Additionally, missions may be combined from other MAJCOM/unified command operations when conducted within the SWA AOR (e.g., OND). When combining missions, the overall point value, not the number of missions, will determine if the award criteria has been met; the number of required missions is waived. Left over missions from DESERT SHIELD/DESERT STORM and Operation ALLIED FORCE cannot be used.
9.6.1. Applying Combat Mission Points to AAMs. Combat missions are normally logged using the O-1 mission symbol. Points from combat missions should be applied to Air Medals (AM). However, instances may occur where a member has not earned enough combat mission points for the award of an AM. In those instances where not enough points are earned and the commander does not reasonably expect the member to have the opportunity to earn enough points for an AM, use the combat mission points toward an AAM. Note: Do not revalue combat missions used toward an AAM as combat support (e.g., O1 mission from OSW used for an AAM is still 15 points).
9.6.2. Unacceptable Use of Combat Mission Points. Although leftover points may be used toward an AAM, those points may not be used when it was possible to use them for the award of an AM. An example of unacceptable use: a member in OSW flew 20 combat missions and earned 300 points. Instead of recommending the award of one AM, the commander recommends the award of two AAMs.
9.7. Certification. The USAFCENT Form 1 is not, in itself, the recommendation for decoration. Rather, it verifies basic eligibility requirements for each mission flown. Given the
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need to verify USAFCENT Forms 1 against unit flying records, the certification on the USAFCENT Form 1 may differ from that of the AF Form 3994.
9.7.1. Normally, the USAFCENT Form 1 will be signed by the deployed (operations) squadron commander or operations officer and the deployed AEG commander or EOG commander. 9.7.2. Given that each deployed location has encountered unique situations, it may be more appropriate to verify missions at home station. In these cases (sustained flight medals only), the home station (operations) squadron commander or operations officer and the home-station OG commander will sign the USAFCENT Form 1. This provision does not void the requirement in para 8.5.3 for home station wing commanders to sign the AF Form 3994 when initiated from home station. 9.7.3. For units that fly missions from home station and for those AMC missions flown away from home station but without a deployed chain of command (i.e., staged), the home-station (operations) squadron commander or operations officer and the home-station OG commander will sign the USAFCENT Form 1. This provision does not void the requirement in para 8.5.2.1 for home station wing commanders to sign the AF Form 3994 when initiated from home station.
9.8. 70% Waiver Rule. Individuals who have not completed missions/points requirements for the basic AM or AAM may still be submitted for the decoration under the 70% waiver rule provided individual departed AOR or hostilities ended prior to meeting those minimums. Individuals listed as Killed in Action, Missing in Action or Wounded in Action automatically qualify. 9.9. Subsequent Decorations (Oak Leaf Clusters). Oak leaf clusters must be based upon 100% completion of missions/points requirements. If basic award was authorized using the 70% waiver criteria, 1 OLC must include the balance of missions/points waived for the basic medal, plus 100% (i.e., a maximum of 130%). Subsequent clusters (2 OLC, etc.) require 100% missions/points completion. 9.10. Special USAFCENT Form 1 Procedures for Higher Level Decorations. When submitting aircrew for single-event AMs or higher based upon aerial achievement, include a USAFCENT Form 1 annotating the mission involved to include the mission number, date, time, operation and mission symbol. This is to preclude dual recognition for a mission in a sustained flight medal. 9.11. Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Submissions. SecAF approved a policy letter making both pilot and enlisted sensor operator eligible for Aerial Achievement Medals (AAMs).
9.11.1. The SecAF approval to the AAM award criteria made no mention or inclusion of career specialties or crew positions beyond the pilots and sensor operators. To award the AAM to any other Predator crewmember would be outside the scope and intent of the policy approved by the SecAF in Jan 03. 9.11.2. Additionally, RPA personnel are not eligible for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal or Iraqi Campaign Medal.
9.12. Processing Guidelines. Submit completed/certified USAFCENT Forms 1 to UDPU for processing. Refer to Chapter 8 for additional nomination package/processing guidelines and requirements.
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Table 9.1 - AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria for Operation SOUTHERN WATCH
AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria For: Operation SOUTHERN WATCH (To 10 Mar 03) (Notes 1, 2, 4 & 5)
DECORATION AIRCRAFT
TYPE REQUIRED MISSIONS
70% WAIVER for Basic
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AIR MEDAL (AM) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of OSW as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as O-1 (combat); and 3. Mission entered Iraqi airspace.
ALL AIRCRAFT
20 (300 points)
14 (210 points)
Each AM eligible mission has 15 points value. Can be applied towards an AM or AAM. (See note 8)
AERIAL ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (AAM) (See note 6) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of OSW as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as required for credit by this instruction; and 3. Mission did not enter Iraqi airspace.
ATTACK FIGHTERS BOMBERS
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 5) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
AC-130 HC-130 MC-130
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 5) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
MH-47 MH-53 HH-60 UH-60
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 5) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
U-2
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
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EC-130 OC-135 RC-135 RQ-1B RQ-4
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
KC-10 KC-135
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
C-5/C-12/C-17 C-20/C-21/C-22 C-32/C-37/C-38
C-141/C130 VC-25/VC-137
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
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C-130/C-9 Aeromedical Evacuation (See note 7)
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 5) (105 points)
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Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points
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Aeromedical Evacuation
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7 (105 points)
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value.
Notes: 1. OSW missions flown after 10 Mar 03 are calculated based on OIF criteria as OSW ROE changed to those in place for OIF (e.g., cleared to fly north of 33 Lat). 2. USAFE’s Operation NORTHERN WATCH (ONW) missions have the same point value as OSW missions when combining for AM/AAM recognition. 3. If basic award is authorized using 70% waiver criteria, subsequent award (1st OLC) must have 130% of required missions/points annotated. Additional awards (2nd OLC, etc) require 100%. 4. Mission must be an operational/combat support mission flown within AOR boundaries. Flight time must be logged as combat or combat support, as appropriate. Training missions and OCF/FCF flights do not count toward an AM or AAM. 5. Round decimals to next highest number to meet minimum point requirement (i.e. 10.5 to 11). 6. All crewmembers are equally considered and eligible for recognition. For Remotely Piloted Aircrafts (RPAs), this includes only pilots and sensor operators. 7. Mission must transport actual patients to qualify as Aeromedical Evacuation. 8. RPA crews (RQ-1B, MQ-1B, RQ-4) are not authorized award of the Air Medal.
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Table 9.2 - AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria for UNMOVIC Missions
AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria For: Operations in Support of UNMOVIC (15 Feb 03 – 18 Mar 03) (See notes 1, 2, 4, & 5)
DECORATION AIRCRAFT TYPE
REQUIRED MISSIONS
70% WAIVER for Basic
REMARKS
AIR MEDAL (AM) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC) as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as O-1 (combat) or O-9; and 3. Mission entered Iraqi airspace.
ALL AIRCRAFT
20 (300 points)
14 (210 points)
Each AM eligible mission has 15 points value. Can be applied towards an AM or AAM. (See
note 6)
AERIAL ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (AAM) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of UNMOVIC as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as required for credit by this instruction; and 3. Mission did not enter Iraqi airspace.
ATTACK FIGHTERS BOMBERS
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
AC-130 HC-130 MC-130
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
MH-47 MH-53 HH-60 UH-60
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
U-2
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
E-3 E-8
EC-130 OC-135 RC-135
MQ/RQ-1 RQ-4
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
KC-10 KC-135
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
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C-5/C-12/C-17 C-20/C-21/C-22 C-32/C-37/C-38
C-141/C130 VC-25/VC-137
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
C-130/C-9 Aeromedical Evacuation
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 3) (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points
value. C-141
Aeromedical Evacuation
C-17 Aeromedical Evacuation
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points
value.
Notes: 1. If basic award is authorized using 70% waiver criteria, subsequent award (1st OLC) must have 130% of required missions/points annotated. Additional awards (2nd OLC, etc) require 100%. 2. Mission must be an operational/combat support mission flown within AOR boundaries. Flight time must be logged as combat or combat support, as appropriate. Training missions and OCF/FCF flights do not count toward an AM or AAM. 3. Round decimals to next highest number to meet minimum point requirement (i.e. 10.5 to 11). 4. All crewmembers are equally considered and eligible for recognition. For RPAs, this includes only pilots and sensor operators. 5. Mission must transport actual patients to qualify as Aeromedical Evacuation. 6. RPA crews (RQ-1B, MQ-1B, RQ-4) are not authorized award of the Air Medal.
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Table 9.3 - AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria for Operation ENDURING FREEDOM (11 Sep 01–14 Apr 03)
AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria For: Operation ENDURING FREEDOM (11 Sep 01–14 Apr 03) (See notes 1, 2, 4 & 5)
DECORATION AIRCRAFT TYPE
REQUIRED MISSIONS
70% WAIVER for Basic
REMARKS
AIR MEDAL (AM) 1. Mission was flown in support of OEF as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as O-1 (combat); and 3. Mission entered Afghani airspace.
ALL AIRCRAFT
10 (300 points)
7 (210 points)
Each AM eligible mission has 30 points value. Can be applied towards an AM or AAM. (See
note 6)
AERIAL ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (AAM) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of OEF as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as required for credit by this instruction; and 3. Mission did not enter Afghani airspace.
ATTACK FIGHTERS BOMBERS
7.5 (See note 3) (150 points)
5.25 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 20 points value.
AC-130 HC-130 MC-130
7.5 (See note 3) (150 points)
5.25 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 20 points value.
MH-47 MH-53 HH-60 UH-60
7.5 (See note 3) (150 points)
5.25 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 20 points value.
U-2
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points value.
E-3 E-8
EC-130 OC-135 RC-135
MQ/RQ-1 RQ-4
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points value.
KC-10 KC-135
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points value.
C-5/C-12/C-17 C-20/C-21/C-22 C-32/C-37/C-38
C-141/C130 VC-25/VC-137
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points value.
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C-130/C-9 Aeromedical Evacuation
7.5 (See note 3) (150 points)
5.25 (See note 3) (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 20 points
value. C-141
Aeromedical Evacuation
C-17 Aeromedical Evacuation
7.5 (See note 3) (150 points)
5.25 (See note 3) (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 20 points
value.
Notes: 1. If basic award is authorized using 70% waiver criteria, subsequent award (1st OLC) must have 130% of required missions/points annotated. Additional awards (2nd OLC, etc) require 100%. 2. Mission must be an operational/combat support mission flown within AOR boundaries. Flight time must be logged as combat or combat support, as appropriate. Training missions and OCF/FCF flights do not count toward an AM or AAM. 3. Round decimals to next highest number to meet minimum point requirement (i.e. 10.5 to 11). 4. All crewmembers are equally considered and eligible for recognition. For RPAs, this includes only pilots and sensor operators. 5. Mission must transport actual patients to qualify as Aeromedical Evacuation. 6. RPA crews (RQ-1B, MQ-1B, RQ-4) are not authorized award of the Air Medal.
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Table 9.4 - AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria for Operation ENDURING FREEDOM (15 Apr 03 - TBD)
AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria For: Operation ENDURING FREEDOM (15 Apr 03 – TBD) (See notes 1, 2, 4 & 5)
DECORATION AIRCRAFT TYPE
REQUIRED MISSIONS
70% WAIVER for Basic
REMARKS
AIR MEDAL (AM) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of OEF as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as O-1 (combat); and 3. Mission entered Afghani airspace.
ALL AIRCRAFT
20 (300 points)
14 (210 points)
Each AM eligible mission has 15 points value. Can be applied
towards an AM or AAM. (See note 6)
AERIAL ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (AAM) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of OEF as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as required for credit by this instruction; and 3. Mission did not enter Afghani airspace.
ATTACK FIGHTERS BOMBERS
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
AC-130 HC-130 MC-130
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
MH-47 MH-53 HH-60 UH-60
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
U-2
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
E-3 E-8
EC-130 OC-135 RC-135
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
MQ/RQ-1 RQ-4 RQ-9
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
(See note 7)
KC-10 KC-135
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
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C-5/C-12/C-17 C-20/C-21/C-22 C-32/C-37/C-38
C-141/C130 VC-25/VC-137
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
C-130/C-9 Aeromedical Evacuation (See note 5)
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points
value. C-141
Aeromedical Evacuation
C-17 Aeromedical Evacuation
(See note 5)
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points
value.
Notes: 1. If basic award is authorized using 70% waiver criteria, subsequent award (1st OLC) must have 130% of required missions/points annotated. Additional awards (2nd OLC, etc) require 100%. 2. Mission must be an operational/combat support mission flown within AOR boundaries. Flight time must be logged as combat or combat support, as appropriate. Training missions and OCF/FCF flights do not count toward an AM or AAM. 3. Round decimals to next highest number to meet minimum point requirement (i.e. 10.5 to 11). 4. All crewmembers are equally considered and eligible for recognition. For RPAs, this includes LRE and MCE pilots and sensor operators. 5. Mission must transport actual patients to qualify as Aeromedical Evacuation. 6. RPA crews (MQ/RQ-1, RQ-4, & RQ-9) are not authorized award of the Air Medal. 7. No more than one mission per 24-hour period (duration immaterial) will be considered eligible to be counted toward this decoration.
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Table 9.5 - AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria for Operation IRAQI FREEDOM (11 Mar 03 – 14 Jun 03)
AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria For: Operation IRAQI FREEDOM (11 Mar 03 – 14 Jun 03) (See notes 1, 2, 4 & 5)
DECORATION AIRCRAFT TYPE
REQUIRED MISSIONS
70% WAIVER for Basic
REMARKS
AIR MEDAL (AM) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of OIF as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as O-1 (combat); and 3. Mission entered Iraqi airspace.
ALL AIRCRAFT
10 (300 points)
7 (210 points)
Each AM eligible mission has 30 points value. Can be applied
towards an AM or AAM. (See note 7)
AERIAL ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (AAM) (See note 3) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of OIF as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as required for credit by this instruction; and 3. Mission did not enter Iraqi airspace.
ATTACK FIGHTERS BOMBERS
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points value.
AC-130 HC-130 MC-130
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points value.
MH-47 MH-53 HH-60 UH-60
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points value.
U-2
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points value.
E-3 E-8
EC-130 OC-135 RC-135
MQ/RQ-1 RQ-4
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points value.
KC-10 KC-135
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points value.
C-5/C-12/C-17 C-20/C-21/C-22 C-32/C-37/C-38
C-141/C130 VC-25/VC-137
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points value.
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C-130/C-9 Aeromedical Evacuation
(See note 6)
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points
value. C-141
Aeromedical Evacuation
C-17 Aeromedical Evacuation
(See note 6)
10 (150 points)
7 (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 15 points
value.
Notes: 1. If basic award is authorized using 70% waiver criteria, subsequent award (1st OLC) must have 130% of required missions/points annotated. Additional awards (2nd OLC, etc) require 100%. 2. Mission must be an operational/combat support mission flown within AOR boundaries. Flight time must be logged as combat or combat support, as appropriate. Training missions and OCF/FCF flights do not count toward an AM or AAM. 3. Round decimals to next highest number to meet minimum point requirement (i.e. 10.5 to 11). 4. All crewmembers are equally considered and eligible for recognition. For RPAs, this includes only pilots and sensor operators. 5. Mission must transport actual patients to qualify as Aeromedical Evacuation. 6. RPA crews (RQ-1B, MQ-1B, RQ-4) are not authorized award of the Air Medal.
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Table 9.6 - AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria for Operation IRAQI FREEDOM (15 Jun 03 – TBD)
AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria For: Operation IRAQI FREEDOM (15 Jun 03 - TBD) (See notes 1, 2, 4 & 5)
DECORATION AIRCRAFT TYPE
REQUIRED MISSIONS
70% WAIVER for Basic
REMARKS
AIR MEDAL (AM) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of OIF as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as O-1 (combat); and 3. Mission entered Iraqi airspace.
ALL AIRCRAFT
20 (300 points)
14 (210 points)
Each AM eligible mission has
15 points value. Can be applied towards an AM or AAM.
(See note 6)
AERIAL ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (AAM) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of OIF as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as required for credit by this instruction; and 3. Mission did not enter Iraqi airspace.
ATTACK FIGHTERS BOMBERS
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
AC-130 HC-130 MC-130
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
MH-47 MH-53 HH-60 UH-60
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
U-2
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
E-3 E-8
EC-130 OC-135 RC-135
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
MQ/RQ-1 RQ-4 RQ-9
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
(See note 7)
KC-10 KC-135
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
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C-5/C-12/C-17 C-20/C-21/C-22 C-32/C-37/C-38
C-141/C130 VC-25/VC-137
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
C-130/C-9 Aeromedical Evacuation
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points
value. C-141
Aeromedical Evacuation
C-17 Aeromedical Evacuation
15 (150 points)
10.5 (See note 3) (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points
value.
Notes: 1. If basic award is authorized using 70% waiver criteria, subsequent award (1st OLC) must have 130% of required missions/points annotated. Additional awards (2nd OLC, etc) require 100%. 2. Mission must be an operational/combat support mission flown within AOR boundaries. Flight time must be logged as combat or combat support, as appropriate. Training missions and OCF/FCF flights do not count toward an AM or AAM. 3. Round decimals to next highest number to meet minimum point requirement (i.e. 10.5 to 11). 4. All crewmembers are equally considered and eligible for recognition. For RPAs, this includes LRE and MCE pilots and sensor operators. 5. Mission must transport actual patients to qualify as Aeromedical Evacuation. 6. RPA crews (MQ/RQ-1, RQ-4, & RQ-9) are not authorized award of the Air Medal. 7. No more than one mission per 24-hour period (duration immaterial) will be considered eligible to be counted toward this decoration.
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Table 9.7 - AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria for Operations in the Horn of Africa (until 8 Oct 2008)
AM/AAM Eligibility Criteria For: Operations in the Horn of Africa (See notes 1, 2, 4 & 5)
DECORATION AIRCRAFT TYPE
REQUIRED MISSIONS
70% WAIVER for Basic
REMARKS
AIR MEDAL (AM) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of JTF-HOA as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as O-1 (combat); 3. Mission entered the airspace of Yemen, Ethiopia, Eritrea or Somalia.
ALL AIRCRAFT
20 (300 points)
14 (210 points)
Each AM eligible mission has 15 points value. Can be applied
towards an AM or AAM. (See note 6)
AERIAL ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (AAM) Basic criteria: 1. Mission was flown in support of JTF-HOA as directed by the ATO or USAFCENT command authority; and 2. Mission symbol was logged as required for credit by this instruction. 3. Mission did not enter the airspace of Yemen, Ethiopia, Eritrea or Somalia.
ATTACK FIGHTERS BOMBERS
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
AC-130 HC-130 MC-130
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
MH-47 MH-53 HH-60 UH-60
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 3) (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
U-2 15 (150 points)
10.5 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
E-3 E-8
EC-130 OC-135 RC-135
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
MQ/RQ-1 RQ-4 RQ-9
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
(See note 7)
KC-10 KC-135
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
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C-5/C-12/C-17 C-20/C-21/C-22 C-32/C-37/C-38
C-141/C130 VC-25/VC-137
20 (150 points)
14 (105 points)
Each AAM eligible mission has 7.5 points value.
C-130/C-9 Aeromedical Evacuation
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 3) (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
C-141 Aeromedical Evacuation
C-17 Aeromedical Evacuation
15 (150 points)
10.5 (see note 3) (105 points)
Must have patients on board to qualify as Aeromedical
Evacuation. Each AAM eligible mission has 10 points value.
Notes: 1. If basic award is authorized using 70% waiver criteria, subsequent award (1st OLC) must have 130% of required missions/points annotated. Additional awards (2nd OLC, etc) require 100%. 2. Mission must be an operational/combat support mission flown within AOR boundaries. Flight time must be logged as combat or combat support, as appropriate. Training missions and OCF/FCF flights do not count toward an AM or AAM. 3. Round decimals to next highest number to meet minimum point requirement (i.e. 10.5 to 11). 4. All crewmembers are equally considered and eligible for recognition. For RPAs, this includes LRE and MCE pilots and sensor operators.
5. Mission must transport actual patients to qualify as Aeromedical Evacuation. 6. RPA crews (MQ/RQ-1, RQ-4, & RQ-9) are not authorized award of the Air Medal. 7. No more than one mission per 24-hour period (duration immaterial) will be considered eligible to be counted toward this decoration.
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Table 9.8 - Detailed Instructions for Completing USAFCENT Form 1, Air Medal and Aerial Achievement Medal, Mission Information – Justification Sheet (See note 1). L I N E
A B To Complete
ITEM Instructions
1 DATE Enter the date the form is completed. 2 AWARD: AM or AAM Check the appropriate block for AM or AAM. 3 BASIC or OLC: Check the appropriate block, Basic or OLC; if OLC, enter
number (e.g., [X] OLC: 3 = 3rd Oak Leaf Cluster). 4 * 70% rule waiver for Basic?
YES or NO Check the appropriate block. See paras 9.7 and 9.8.
5 NAME (Last, First, Middle Initial) Enter last name, first name, MI, and Jr., Sr., etc. The name may be all upper case or a combination of upper and lower case.
6 RANK/GRADE Enter appropriate rank or grade. Use grade on close out date of achievement/decoration. If the individual is sister service personnel, identify their Service along with the rank (e.g., Capt-USMC).
7 SSAN Enter SSAN. 8 TYPE AIRCRAFT Enter the type of aircraft (e.g. F-15C, KC-135R, etc.). 9 OPERATION Enter the acronym for Operation that the mission was
flown in support of (e.g., OSW, OEF, OIF, etc.). 10 DATE OF MISSION Enter the date the mission was flown. 11 MISSION NUMBER Enter the mission number. (See note 2) 12 MISSION SYMBOL Enter the mission symbol. (See para 9.5.1.1) 13 DURATION Enter in hours/minutes format (e.g., 8.5). 14 ** REMARKS Enter appropriate remarks. If the aircraft flown is different
from assigned aircraft, enter the aircraft type. For mission symbols other than O1 or O2, annotate if “combat” or “combat support” time.
15 POINTS Enter mission point value. Refer to Tables 9.1-9.7. 16 TOTAL POINTS Enter the total number of qualifying points. 17 APPLICANT SIGNATURE Applicant/member signs in this block to certify that the
information on the form is correct. 18 OPERATIONS OFFICER OR OPS
SQ/CC SIGNATURE See Para 9.7. Type/stamp signature block.
19 [ ] CONCUR or [ ] DO NOT CONCUR
AEG/CC or EOG/CC marks the appropriate block to indicate concurrence or non-concurrence.
20 AEG/CC OR OG/CC SIGNATURE See Para 9.7. AEG/CC or EOG/CC signs in this block to indicate concurrence or non-concurrence. Type/stamp signature block.
Notes: 1. If the individual is a foreign national, complete this form to the best of your ability and see Chapter 12 for further guidance. 2. Mission number will be documented on the USAFCENT Form 1, which will best enable the certifying officials signing the form to verify mission eligibility towards the award.
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CHAPTER 10
JOINT DECORATIONS (CFACC Awarded)
10.1. Purpose. This chapter outlines eligibility and procedures for CFACC-awarded joint decorations for performance or achievements in direct support of the Combined Forces Air Component Commander (CFACC) mission to include OSW, OEF, OIF and future operations as determined by CFACC. 10.2. Decoration Approval Authority. Refer to Commander, United States Central Command message on our website https://mydirect.shaw.afcent.af.mil/Pages/default.aspx. Click on the Directives and Policies button.
10.2.1. The Commander, United States Central Command, has delegated approval and recommending authority to COMUSAFCENT in his role as Combined Forces Air Component Commander (CFACC) for the following joint awards, with the exception of those awards identified in paragraph 10.5.1:
10.2.1.1. Defense Meritorious Service Medal (DMSM). 10.2.1.2. Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCM). 10.2.1.3. Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM).
10.2.2. Under the provisions of CJCSI 1101.01C, CFACC is delegated the approval authority for the following decorations for all assigned civilian personnel.
10.2.2.1. Joint Civilian Service Commendation Award (JCSCA). 10.2.2.2. Joint Civilian Service Achievement Award (JCSAA).
10.3. References.
10.3.1. DoD 1348.33-M, Manual of Military Decorations and Award. Website: http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/134833m.pdf 10.3.2. CENTCOM Regulation, 672-3, Decorations and Awards. 10.3.4. AFH 33-337, Tongue and Quill. Web address: http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/shared/media/epubs/afh33-337.pdf
10.4. OPR. The OPR for CFACC decorations and this guide is USAFCENT/A1/DPU, DSN 965-8745 or 8746. E-mail address is [email protected]. 10.5. Eligibility. The CFACC may only award joint service decorations to individuals assigned to joint billets on established joint manning documents as determined by USCENTCOM/J1. Individuals must be on orders, either permanently or temporarily, to an established Joint Activity (with a joint manpower document). Units or individuals under the operational control of the CFACC are not eligible.
10.5.1. Requests for exceptions to policy will be processed through USCENTCOM/J-1. Exceptions to policy are for the DMSM and apply only to E-7 and below, and O-3 and below and will be forwarded after COMUSAFCENT’s review.
For awarding Joint decorations to foreign military or civilian personnel refer to CENTCOM Regulation 672-3, para 2-6, Decorations, Awards, and Honors.
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Note: The signed CC Form 25 and narrative justification not to exceed one page must be included. 10.6. Decoration Criteria. Recommendations are submitted for one of the following three decorations only:
10.6.1. Defense Meritorious Service Medal (DMSM). The DMSM shall only be awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who, after November 3, 1977, distinguished themselves by noncombatant meritorious achievement or service. Only under the most unusual circumstances will the DMSM be awarded as an impact award for outstanding TDY achievement. The DMSM is specifically intended to recognize exceptionally meritorious service performance and to honor an individual's accomplishments over a sustained period. (MSM equivalent)
10.6.2. Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCM). The JSCM shall be awarded only to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who, after January 1, 1963, distinguished themselves by meritorious achievement or service. (AFCM equivalent)
10.6.3. Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM). The JSAM shall be awarded only to members of the Armed Forces of the United States below the grade of O-6 who, after August 3, 1983, distinguished themselves by outstanding performance of duty and meritorious achievement. (AFAM equivalent)
10.6.4. Joint Civilian Service Commendation Award (JCSCA) and Joint Civilian Service Achievement Award (JCSAA). Refer to CJCSI 1101.01C for instruction on these decorations.
10.7. Categories. Recommendations are submitted in one of the three basic categories:
10.7.1. Heroism. See para 7.3.1. This applies only to the JSCM.
10.7.2. Outstanding Achievement. See para 7.3.2.
10.7.3. Meritorious Service. See para 7.3.3.
10.8. Posthumous Decorations. The CFACC is the primary decoration approval authority for all posthumous decorations for fatalities that occur while member was performing duties in direct support of the CFACC mission. The UDPU will ensure coordination with home unit commanders/casualty affairs representatives. Home station units may elect to submit tour medals for the entire period of time (including both home station and deployed data and time periods). Base posthumous decorations on the same criteria used for a living person. 10.9. "V" (Valor) Device. See para 7.7. Only the JSCM is authorized with a “V” Device. 10.10. Dual Recognition. See para 7.8. 10.11. Group Recommendations for a Single Act or Achievement. See para 7.9. 10.12. Preparing a Decoration Recommendation. Follow procedures outlined in paras 8.2 – 8.9.
10.12.1. Joint service decorations will be processed in an identical manner as their Air Force equivalent. An example of a citation and mandatory sentences are at Attachment 13.
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CHAPTER 11
DECORATIONS FOR SISTER SERVICE PERSONNEL 11.1. Air Force Decorations to Sister Service Personnel. Recommendations awarding Air Force decorations to Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard personnel are acted on by COMUSAFCENT provided the cited act or service was performed principally for or on behalf of the Air Force. The acts or services of a member of another service attached to and serving with an Air Force unit are considered as being performed on behalf of the Air Force. Conversely, if an element or elements of two or more services perform a joint operation, such as a combat mission, then the act or service usually is not considered as being performed on behalf of the Air Force.
11.1.1. Processing. Refer to Chapter 3 for preparation and processing procedures and Chapter 4 if recommendation is based upon aerial achievement.
11.1.1.1. Permanent Party. For sister service personnel permanently assigned to an Air Force unit in a non-combat area, no additional concurrence or document is needed. State in the “Summary of Action” section of AF Form 3994 “Member permanently assigned to X unit.” 11.1.1.2. TDY/Temporary Assigned Duty (TAD) Personnel. Special procedures are in place for sister service personnel TDY or TAD to an Air Force unit.
11.1.1.2.1. For sister service personnel, Air Force commanders may recommend the service member for an Air Force decoration. The UDPU will coordinate with the member’s sister service chain of command to secure written concurrence with the USAF award.
11.1.1.3. Upon final approval, the UDPU will forward copies of the decoration elements to the appropriate sister service personnel function for inclusion in the individual's records.
11.2. References:
11.2.1. AFI 36-2803, The Air Force Awards and Decorations Program, Chapter 6 11.2.2. AFI 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel 11.2.3. AR 600-8-22, Military Awards, Table 2 – 4, Step 9 11.2.4. SECNAVINST 1650.1H, dated 22 Aug 06 11.2.5. MARADMIN 248/01, dated 22 May 01 11.2.6. MARADMIN 144/03, dated 27 Mar 03 11.2.7. MARADMIN 0074/09, dated 6 Feb 09
11.3. Sister Service Decorations to Air Force Personnel. Sister Service commanders may recommend Air Force members attached to their units for a sister service decoration. Requests will be sent directly from the Tactical Control (TACON) authority to UDPU. Concurrence letters or non-concurrence letters based on dual recognition or qualify force factors will be sent directly to the TACON authority by UDPU for all decoration submissions.
11.3.1. Processing. The UDPU will coordinate all USAF concurrence requests for members recommended for sister service decorations. Verification must be made and block 26H of DA Form 638 must be completed. The USA supports this process IAW AR 600-8-22, Military Awards, para
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1-37b and Table 3-2, Step 24 (Award Approval Authority). Final award approval authority will complete block 26H indicating approval/disapproval and return the original form through the intermediate commander to BN PAC (Battalion Personnel Action Center). 11.3.2. Dual Recognition. The UDPU will examine all sister service decorations to ensure no dual recognition occurs.
11.3.3. Outstanding Achievement
11.3.4. Meritorious Service
11.4. Wearing Awards on the Uniform. Sister service personnel awarded USAF decorations must comply with their service’s governing directives.
Table 10.1 – Equivalent Sister Service Decorations
USAF Army Navy/Marine Corps Coast Guard Air Force
Achievement Medal Army Achievement
Medal Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal
Coast Guard Achievement Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal
Army Commendation Medal
Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal
Coast Guard Achievement Medal
Aerial Achievement Medal No Equivalent
Air Medal Meritorious Service Medal
Bronze Star Medal Airman’s Medal Soldier’s Medal Navy and Marine
Corps Medal Coast Guard Medal
Distinguished Flying Cross Legion of Merit
Silver Star Distinguished Service Medal
Air Force Cross Distinguished Service Cross
Navy Cross
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CHAPTER 12
DECORATIONS FOR FOREIGN NATIONALS 12.1. Policy. It is Department of Defense policy to recognize individual acts of heroism, extraordinary achievement or meritorious service on the part of service members and civilians of friendly foreign nations when such acts have been of significant benefit to the US or have materially contributed to the successful prosecution of a military campaign by the US Armed Forces. Such acts or achievements may be recognized with an individual Air Force decoration. Joint decorations for foreign military or civilian personnel refer to CENTCOM Regulation 672-3, para 2-6, Decorations, Awards, and Honors. BSMs will not typically be awarded to foreign military or civilian. Base award of US military decorations to foreign military personnel on an act or service that would satisfy the criteria governing the award of the decoration to a member of the Armed Forces of the US. Refer to DoD 1348.33-M, Chapter 8, and AFI 36-2803, Chapter 9, for additional information. 12.2. References. 12.2.1 DoD 1348.33-M, Chapter 8, Armed Forces Decorations for Foreign Military Personnel
12.2.2. AFI 36-2803, The Air Force Awards and Decorations Program, Chapter 6
12.2.3. CENTCOM Regulation 672-3, Section II, Para 6 12.2.4. MPFM 02-15, Air Force Decorations to Foreign Nationals
12.2.5. Title 10 USC Section 1133 12.3. Appropriateness and Colonels (O-6) or Above. When considering a decoration submission for an officer in the equivalent grade of O-6 or above, refer to AFI36-2803, Table 2.1 notes. Submit individuals for awards using the same criteria used for USAF personnel. 12.4. Processing. Submit recommendations IAW Chapters 7, 8, and 9 of this guide in addition to the following guidelines IAW MPFM 02-15, Air Force Decorations to Foreign Nationals:
12.4.1. Include a narrative justification on all decoration recommendations for foreign nationals, regardless of requirements in Chapter 8. The recommending official must sign this justification. (See Attachment 18) 12.4.2. Include a biography. Biography must include full name, Date of Birth and Place of Birth. (See example at Attachment 19) 12.4.3. Include the following concurrence memos, with the decoration submission, endorsed by the proper agency. (See Attachment 20 for examples)
12.4.3.1. Embassy Concurrence. The US Ambassador in the home nation of the individual to be recognized must endorse this memo. 12.4.3.2. Defense Attaché Officer (DAO) Concurrence. This memo must be endorsed by the DAO at the US Embassy in the home nation of the individual to be recognized. 12.4.3.3. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) Concurrence. The proper official within HQ DIA must endorse this memo. DIA conducts a background investigation (BI) on the individual. DIA cannot process this request without a full date of birth and complete place of birth.
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12.4.3.4. Office of Special Investigations (OSI) Concurrence. This must be endorsed by HQ AFOSI/DOQQ. OSI also conducts a BI on the individual. OSI cannot process this request without a full date of birth and complete place of birth.
12.5. Communication with Foreign Governments. Do not notify foreign governments or individuals of award submissions until decorations have been fully coordinated and approved by the appropriate officials and orders are published. Prior notice could cause embarrassment to the individual, individual’s government, the USAF and the United States if the decoration is disapproved or downgraded. 12.6. Prohibitions. Foreign nationals are not eligible for United States campaign and service medals. Nor are foreign units eligible for Air Force or sister service unit awards.
CHAPTER 13
UNIT AWARDS
13.1. Policy. Unit awards recognize entire organizations for outstanding heroism or achievement performed during periods of war, international tension, national emergencies or extraordinary situations that involve national interests. Unit awards are not intended to recognize individual actions, but to acknowledge the combined efforts of the organization. 13.2. Awards. Units (squadrons, groups or wings) may be submitted for the Presidential Unit Citation (PUC), for achievement for periods less than one year, Gallant Unit Citation (GUC), for achievement for periods less than one year, Meritorious Unit Award (MUA), for achievement or service, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA) for achievement or service, or the Air Force Organizational Excellence Award (AFOEA) for achievement or service,. Reference message 291620Z MAR 04 HQ AFPC Randolph AFB TX//DPP//. A brief description of these awards follows:
13.2.1. Presidential Unit Citation (PUC). Awarded in the name of the President of the United States to units of the armed forces of the United States and cobelligerent nations for extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy.
13.2.1.1. The unit must have displayed such gallantry, determination and esprit de corps in accomplishing its mission under extremely difficult and hazardous conditions to have set it apart and above other units participating in the same campaign.
13.2.1.1.1. Include the number of approved individual awards for period of achievement as support for level of gallantry achieved by the unit (e.g., 1 MOH, 7 AFC, etc.).
13.2.1.2. The degree of heroism required is the same as that which would be required for award of an Air Force Cross to an individual. Extended periods of combat duty or participation in large number of operational missions is not sufficient. 13.2.1.3. This award will normally be earned by units that have participated in single or successive actions covering relatively brief time spans. Only on rare occasions will a unit larger than a squadron qualify for this award. Although units larger than a squadron may submit, it will be extremely rare that a large organization receive this award due to the degree of valor required.
13.2.2. Gallant Unit Citation (GUC). Awarded to Air Force active duty, reserve, and guard units for extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy of the United States while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force on or after 11 September 2001. The GUC requires a lesser degree of gallantry, determination and esprit de corps than that required for the Presidential Unit Citation (PUC). Nevertheless, the unit must have performed with marked distinction under difficult and hazardous conditions in accomplishing its mission so as to set it apart
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from and above other units participating in the same conflict. The degree of heroism required is the same as that which would warrant award of the Silver Star which is awarded for gallantry and heroism of high degrees, including risk of life in action. The GUC award will normally be earned by units that have participated in single or successive actions covering relatively brief time spans. Only on rare occasions will a unit larger than a group qualify for GUC. Although units larger than a group may submit, it will be extremely rare that a large organization will receive the GUC due to the degree of valor required. Extended periods of combat duty or participation in a large number of operational missions, either air or ground, is not sufficient.
13.2.2.1. Requirements for GUC recommendation. Letter of recommendation, which includes the name of the unit, award, and inclusive dates of the award. List all previous awards to nominated unit. List all assigned and attached subordinate units that will share in the award and inclusive dates if they differ from parent unit. The unit commander is the recommending official. Recommendation must have chain of command endorsement (Wing, NAF, MAJCOM).
13.2.2.1.1. Summary of unit's specific accomplishments to include a complete but concise mission statement. To demonstrate the scope of the unit's achievements, factual matters should be included, for example: the number of hours flown, number of combat missions completed, number and type of decorations awarded during the period to individuals, number of lives saved, number of ground contact hours and the enemy defense/offenses encountered. Specific examples of typical successful missions may also be included. Both flying and non-flying units are eligible for the GUC. Nominations should be limited to two typewritten pages on plain bond paper (12 pitch). Classified information up to secret may be submitted but is rarely necessary and should be avoided if possible.
13.2.2.1.2. Citation that captures four to five of the most outstanding achievements with mandatory opening/closing sentence: opening sentence: the (unit) distinguished itself by extraordinary gallantry in connection with military operations against (an armed enemy of the United States) or (an opposing armed force) (at or near) (on __) or (from ___to __). Closing sentence: the professionalism, dedication to duty, and gallantry demonstrated by the members of (unit) reflect great credit upon themselves and the United States Air Force. Classified information will not be included in the citation of the award.
13.2.2.2. Approval authority for the GUC: The GUC will be awarded by the Secretary of the Air
Force Personnel Council (SAFPC), however the GUC must be processed through HQ AFPC/DPSIDR. The GUC elements will include the citation, certificate, special order, and streamer.
13.2.3. Meritorious Unit Award: Awarded to Air Force active duty, reserve, and guard units for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding achievement or service in direct support of combat operations for at least 90 continuous days during the period of military operations against an armed enemy of the United States on or after 11 September 2001. The unit must display such outstanding devotion and superior performance of exceptionally difficult tasks as to set it apart and above other units with similar missions. The degree of achievement required is the same as that which would warrant award of the Legion Of Merit (LOM). Superior performance of normal mission will not alone justify award of the MUA. Service in a combat zone is not required, but service must be directly related to the combat effort. Squadrons, groups, and wings may be recommended for this award. The MUA is not awarded to any unit or unit component previously awarded the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA), the Air Force Organizational Excellence Award (AFOEA) or unit awards from other service components for the same act, achievement, or service. The component commander (USAFCENT/CC) will automatically consider all disapproved MUAs for the AFOUA.
13.2.3.1. Requirements for MUA: Letter of recommendation, which includes the name of the unit, award, and inclusive dates of the award. List all previous awards to nominated unit. List all
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assigned and attached subordinate units that will share in the award and inclusive dates if they differ from parent unit. The unit commander is the recommending official. Recommendation must have chain of command endorsement (Wing, NAF).
13.2.3.1.1. Summary of unit's specific accomplishments to include a complete but concise mission statement. Award nominations should be limited to two typewritten pages on plain bond paper (12 pitch). Classified information up to secret may be submitted but is rarely necessary and should be avoided if possible. Classified information will not be included in the citation of the award. 13.2.3.1.2. Citation that captures four to five of the most outstanding achievements with mandatory opening/closing sentence. Opening sentence: the (unit) distinguished itself by exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding (achievement or service) to the United States in direct support of combat operations (at or near) (on __) or (from ___to __). Closing sentence: the professionalism, dedication to duty, demonstrated by the members of (unit) reflect great credit upon themselves and the United States Air Force.
13.2.3.2. Approval authority for the MUA: The MUA will be awarded by the MAJCOM commander; however, approval authority is delegated in cases when NAF/CCS are serving as air component commanders such as (USAFCENT/CC). The MUA elements will include the citation, certificate, special order, and streamer.
13.2.4. Wear. The GUC ribbon shall be worn immediately before the Joint Meritorious Unit Award (JMUA). The MUA ribbon shall be worn immediately before the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA). Subsequent awards will be denoted by oak leaf clusters.
13.2.5. Classification. The GUC/MUA is classified as a unit award; therefore, individuals may also be awarded campaign service awards and decorations. The GUC/MUA will not have any associated promotion points under the Weighted Airman Promotion System.
13.2.6. Availability. The GUC/MUA ribbons are expected to be available through AF supply channels at a later date. Continue to check with your local MPFs for availability date. 13.2.7. Member responsibility. Members report to their servicing MPF to validate entitlement to the GUC/MUA, and provide documentation (TDY order/travel voucher, EPR/OPR/LOE, or DEC citation) showing they were assigned or attached to a GUC/MUA approved unit.
13.2.8. Individuals should address questions/comments to their local MPFs. MPFs should contact their MAJCOM counterparts to resolve or address questions/comments or obtain additional information. MAJCOMs may address questions or concerns on this message to HQ AFPC/DPSIDR, DSN 665-2516/2520. 13.2.9. Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA). Awarded in the name of the Secretary of the Air Force to numbered units, which have distinguished themselves by exceptionally meritorious service or outstanding achievement that clearly sets them above and apart from similar units. Approval authority has been delegated to the Commander, USAFCENT by the SECAF IAW memorandum signed on 2 Jun 03. The service or achievement may be in the following:
13.2.9.1. Performance of exceptionally meritorious service of national or international significance. 13.2.9.2. Accomplishment of a specific outstanding achievement of national or international significance. 13.2.9.3. Combat operations against an armed enemy of the United States.
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13.2.9.4. Military operations involving conflict with or exposure to hostile actions by opposing foreign force. A bronze "V" device is used to denote combat or direct combat support. The statement “With V Device,” if the award is for meritorious service or outstanding achievement in a combat area.
13.2.10. Air Force Organizational Excellence Award (AFOEA). Awarded in the name of the Secretary of the Air Force. It is intended to recognize the achievements and accomplishments of unnumbered Air Force organizations or activities that are not eligible for the AFOUA. It also can include the "V" device for combat or direct combat support.
13.3. Unit Award Approval Authority. See Table 12.1. 13.4. Nomination Conditions. Recommendations for unit awards may be submitted for units at squadron level or above. Subordinate units (including detachments and operating locations) may share in the awards of units that are wing-level or below.
13.4.1. Unit award recommendations submitted for achievement must be forwarded to the UDPU not later than 60 days after redeployment. The submission of a unit award based on achievement does not preclude a second award based on meritorious service if one is appropriate. Do not include the justification used to substantiate the outstanding achievement award in the recommendation for meritorious service. The unit’s entire service must have been honorable during the distinguished act.
13.4.2. Unit award recommendations may also be submitted for meritorious service as a result of participation in a specific operation in support of the USAFCENT mission. This includes awards for parent units or associate units outside the area of responsibility (AOR). Recommendations for service are submitted during regular MAJCOM cycles. In addition to service in the AOR, they include the accomplishments and activities for a designated period of time (normally one or two years). These recommendations are submitted as prescribed by the parent MAJCOM. They are subject to the 10 percent restriction for like units and are approved by the parent MAJCOM.
13.5. Preparation/Submission. Unit commanders will prepare unit award nominations (IAW AFI 36-2803, Chapter 4, DoD 1348.33-M and current HQ AFPC Personnel Service Delivery Memorandum (PSDM) Annual Submissions of Air Force Unit Awards Requiring Secretary of the Air Force Approval) for achievement or service in support of USAFCENT missions. Forward nominations through command channels to the UDPU for processing through COMUSAFCENT to the award authority. Recommendation packages will include a cover memorandum/letter of recommendation, narrative justification, proposed citation and computer disk. A computer disk is not required for electronic submissions.
13.5.1. Be aware that “subordinate activities do not automatically share in an award with the parent unit or organization.” (AFI 36-2803 para 4.5.2.) Consequently, any subordinate units that are not listed in the originator’s signed letter of recommendation memorandum and/or have different PAS codes than those listed in the originator’s signed letter of recommendation will not share the award. 13.5.2. Letter of recommendation – The letter of recommendation will include the name of the unit being recommended, name of award being recommended, type of service, and inclusive dates of the award. It will also include a list of all previous awards to the nominated unit, and a list of all assigned and attached subordinate units that will share in the award. This listing must also include each sharing subordinate unit’s designation, PAS code and inclusive period (if different from the parent unit being recommended). AFOEA and AFOUA must include type of service exceptionally meritorious service or outstanding achievement. The recommending official signs the letter of recommendation, and AEG/CC or AEW/CC as appropriate, endorses. The PUC does not require a letter of recommendation.
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13.5.3. Narrative justification. Narrative justification with summary of unit’s specific accomplishments will be prepared on bond paper. The opening sentence will include unit designation, PAS code, award type, condition for award and period of service. The recommendation is expected to highlight the entire organization’s contributions to the mission. If possible, submissions should not contain classified information. Narrative justification for the AFOUA/AFOEA is limited to two typewritten pages and must be signed by the unit’s commander. PUC does not require letter a of recommendation. 13.5.4. Citation. A proposed citation will be included with every unit award recommendation. Refer to AFI 36-2803, Attachments 4 and 5, for preparation instructions. Proposed citation will be prepared using Microsoft Word and saved (in .doc format) on disk to be submitted with the decoration recommendation (see paragraph 8.5.7. below). A computer disk is not required for electronic submissions. (Note: For GUC and PUC the citation should capture only four to five of the most outstanding achievements with the mandatory opening and closing sentences.). 13.5.5. GUC only - Summary of Unit’s Specific Accomplishments. This must include a complete, but concise mission statement. To demonstrate the scope of the unit’s achievements, factual matters should be included. Examples: Number of hours flown, number of combat missions completed, number and type of decorations awarded during the period to individuals, number of lives saved, number of ground contact hours and the enemy defenses/ offenses encountered. Specific examples of typical successful missions may also be included. Both flying and non-flying units are also eligible for the GUC. Nominations should be limited to two typewritten pages on plain bond paper (12 pitch). Classified information up to SECRET may be submitted, but is rarely necessary and should be avoided if possible (NOTE: This is accomplished on the on plain bond paper.). 13.5.6. PUC only - Summary of Recommendation. This must include a complete, but concise Mission Statement, a brief “Concept of Operations” narrative, and a comprehensive “Execution” narrative. The “Mission” statement will usually be only one sentence long and its contents may not contain classified data. This statement will tell what the unit is designated to do. The “Concept of Operation” narrative will usually be only one paragraph long. The narrative will include the following: One or more types of aircraft flown; number of flight locations, if applicable; list of the exact operations performed, indicating for whom they are performed; and the general geographical area of responsibility. The “Execution” narrative will never exceed five single-spaced typed pages. To demonstrate the scope of the unit’s achievements, factual matters should be included, for example: The number of hours flown; number of combat missions completed; number of personnel rescued; amount of supplies delivered; amount of enemy materiel, ships, or personnel destroyed; number of flares dropped; number and type of decorations awarded during the period; and the enemy defenses encountered, and so forth. Specific examples of typical successful missions may also be included; and, when applicable, new innovations conceived and tested should be mentioned. Additionally, comments should reflect the support personnel contributions. “Mission” as well as “Concept of Operation: should be stated in present tense. “Execution” should be in past tense (wherever possible). Summary should not include specific types of weapons, caliber, or abbreviations, unless spelled out first. Numbers should be rounded off, where possible. Avoid flowery, descriptive language and military terminology that might not be readily understood by laymen or that might lose its meaning with the passage of time. Nominations should be limited to five typewritten pages on plain bond paper (12-pitch). Classified information up to SECRET may be submitted, but is rarely necessary and should be avoided if possible (NOTE: This is accomplished on plain bond paper.). 13.5.7. Computer disk. A computer disk will be included with every unit award recommendation. The proposed citation will be prepared using Microsoft Word and saved (in .doc format) on disk to be submitted with the award recommendation. Save the citation using the unit’s abbreviated designation and the type of award recommended (e.g., 234AEWAFOUA.doc would be the file name for an AFOUA nomination on the 234th Air Expeditionary Wing). Label disk with file name of the unit award proposed citation (e.g., 234AEW AFOUA). A computer disk is not required for electronic
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submissions. Save file using the unit’s abbreviated designation and the type of award recommended (e.g., 234AEW AFOUA).
13.5.8. Package Requirements/Assembly. In order to streamline the processing at the UDPU, unless otherwise directed, all recommendations must be packaged, assembled and submitted in the following manner: staple letter of recommendation (with attachments), narrative justification and proposed citation. Place in right side of two-pocket folder. Place computer disk in left side of two-pocket folder. (Only one unit award per folder.)
13.6. Awards to Sister Service Units. A recommendation for award of an USAF unit award to a unit of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard is processed through USAF command channels to the Secretary of the Air Force. These recommendations should be initiated, prepared as outlined in paragraph 8.5. above, endorsed by the Air Force wing commander and forwarded to the UDPU for processing through COMUSAFCENT to the award authority. Additionally, UDPU must obtain concurrence from the sister service through HQ AFPC/DPSIDR prior to units being placed on orders. 13.7. Campaign and Expeditionary Streamers. Embroidered streamers represent a unit’s participation in a campaign, an assault landing or an expedition. Unit Commanders are responsible for submitting nominations for campaign participation credit through the COMAFFOR of the designated campaign. The nomination packet must include: Unit Contingency Exercise Deployment Orders and/or evidence that unit served in the theater of Operation in Support of GWOT, unit’s official designation (name), PAS Code, location of participation, inclusive dates of participation and copy of assault landing credit orders (if applicable). COMMAFFOR will confirm participation of units, consolidate nominations and forward an electronic staff summary sheet to AFPC/DPSIDRA. HQ AF will notify AFPC of approved units. USAFCENT/HO is the OPR for verifying/certifying campaign and expeditionary streamers have been awarded to eligible units. Reference HQ USAF/A1S 231238Z Sep 09 message. Table 13.1. Air Force Unit Award Approval Authority (see notes 1 and 2) SAF COMUSAFCENT PUC X GUC X MUA X AFOEA X AFOUA X
CHAPTER 14
UNITED STATES CAMPAIGN AND SERVICE AWARDS
14.1. Eligibility. US Campaign and service awards are issued to an individual to denote participation in a campaign, war, national emergency or to denote service requirements fulfilled in a creditable manner. Refer to DoD 1348.33-M for a complete listing of campaign and service awards and the specific authorization and eligibility requirements for each. Refer to AFI 36-2803, Chapter 6, for additional information with regards to campaign and service awards for Air Force members. 14.2. Prisoner of War (POW) Medal. The POW medal is awarded to any person, who served with the US Armed Forces, taken as a prisoner of war and held captive after 5 April 1917. A bronze service star denotes subsequent awards. HQ AFPC/DPSIDR will determine eligibility and make award of the POW medal to members currently serving on active duty or with the Air National Guard or Air Force Reserves. 14.3. Humanitarian Service Medal (HSM). The HSM may be awarded to members of the US Armed Forces and their reserve components who, after 1 April 1975, distinguished themselves as individuals or as members of US military units or ships, by meritorious service, direct participation in a significant military act or operation of a humanitarian nature. Specifically excluded from eligibility for the HSM are
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members or elements remaining at geographically separated locations or who were assigned to the location, but did not make a direct contribution to, nor influence the action. Members seeking the HSM for past operations must provide documentation to the MPF verifying their direct participation in the operations. Forward HSM recommendation originating within the Air Force through command channels to HQ AFPC/DPSIDR. Refer to DoD 1348.33-M for a list of operations approved for the award of the HSM and for specific guidance on preparing recommendations for the HSM. 14.4. National Defense Service Medal (NDSM). The NDSM is awarded for honorable service as a member of the United States Armed Forces for any period from 11 September 2001 to a date to be determined. Refer to DoD 1348.33-M for earlier NDSM eligibility periods and the eligibility requirements for those periods. A bronze service star denotes subsequent awards (earned during two different periods of eligibility). 14.5. Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM). The AFEM may be awarded to members of the US Armed Forces and their reserve components who, after 1 July 1958, participated in US military operations, US operations in support of the United Nations, or US operations of assistance to friendly foreign nations. The JCS designates US military operations that qualify for the AFEM, specifies the degree of participation required and defines the area of operations. Refer to DoD 1348.33-M for a list of those operations approved for award of the AFEM. A bronze service star denotes subsequent awards. (Approved for OSW and ONW) 14.6. Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM). The SWASM is awarded to members of the US Armed Forces who served: 1) in support of Operations DESERT SHIELD or DESERT STORM between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995, in one or more of the following areas: Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Gulf of Aden, that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees N latitude and west of 68 degrees E longitude, land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates; or 2) in Egypt, Israel, Turkey, Syria or Jordan (including territorial airspace and waters) and directly supported combat operations between 17 January 1991 and 30 November 1995. A bronze star denotes participation in each campaign period. The campaign periods are: Defense of Saudi Arabia, 2 August 1990 – 16 January 1991; Liberation and Defense of Kuwait, 17 January 1991 – 11 April 1991; and Southwest Asia Cease Fire Campaign, 12 April 1991 – 30 November 1995. Refer to DoD 1348.33-M for specific individual eligibility requirements. 14.7. Air and Space Campaign Medal (ASCM). Authorized by the Secretary of the Air Force on 24 April 2002, the ASCM may be awarded to members of the United States Air Force who, after 24 March 1999, participated in or directly supported a significant US military operation designated by the Chief of Staff of the Air Force. The ASCM is awarded only to personnel who provided direct support of combat operations from outside a geographic area determined by the Joint Chief of Staff. This medal has not been authorized for any USAFCENT operation. 14.8. Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Expeditionary Medal. The Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal shall be awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who serve or have served in military expeditions to combat terrorism, as defined by such regulations, on or after 11 September 2001, and before a terminal date to be prescribed by the Secretary of Defense. 14.9. Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Service Medal. The Global War on Terrorism Service Medal shall be awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who serve or have served in military operations to combat terrorism, as defined by such regulations, on or after 11 September 01, and before a terminal date to be prescribed by the Secretary of Defense. 14.10. Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Civilian Medal. The Global War on Terrorism Civilian Medal shall be awarded to civilian employees of the Department of Air Force, who on or after 11 September 01, and before a terminal date to be prescribed by the Secretary of Defense.
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14.11. Afghanistan Campaign Medal (ACM). Individuals authorized the ACM must have served in direct support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. The area of eligibility encompasses all land area of the country of Afghanistan and all air spaces above the land. The ACM period of eligibility is on or after 24 October 2001 to a future date to be determined by the Secretary of Defense or the cessation of OEF. 14.11.1. Service members serving in the qualifying area of eligibility for which the ACM was subsequently authorized are no longer qualified to receive the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal after 30 April 2005. Service members must have been assigned, attached or mobilized to units operating in area of eligibility for 30 consecutive days or for 60 non-consecutive days (see note) or meet one of the following criteria:
14.11.1.1. Be engaged in combat during an armed engagement, regardless of the time in the area of eligibility. 14.11.1.2. While participating in an operation or on official duties, is wounded or injured and requires medical evacuation from the area of eligibility.
NOTE: While participating as a regularly assigned air crewmember flying sorties into, out of, within or over the area of eligibility in direct support of the military operations, each day of operations counts as one day of eligibility.
14.11.2. North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) (International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan) Medal. Personnel eligible for this award are those member of units or staffs as set out in the Joint Operations Area (JOA) Combined Joint Statement of Requirements taking part in NATO operations in Afghanistan in accordance with the qualifying conditions. Entitlement will be acquired by those forces under NATO command or control while in the JOA, and those deployed to the JOA under national command in support of the NATO operation. The Afghanistan JOA is defined as the political boundaries and airspace of Afghanistan, according to ISAF operational plans.
14.11.2.1. The period of qualifying service in the Afghanistan JOA is thirty (30) days continuous or accumulated service from June 1, 2003 to a termination date to be determined. Aircrew members will accumulate one day's service for the first sortie flown of any day; additional sorties flown on the same day receive no further credit. This requirement exists for support as well as combat aircraft; support aircraft includes tanker, airlift and surveillance platforms.
Please refer to HQ AFPC message 12156Z Jun 07 message. 14.12. Iraq Campaign Medal (ICM). Individuals authorized the ICM must have served in direct support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. The area of eligibility encompasses all land area of the country of Iraq and the contiguous water area out to 12 nautical miles, and all air spaces above the land area of Iraq and above the contiguous water area out to 12 nautical miles. The ICM period of eligibility is on or after 19 March 2003 to a future date to be determined by the Secretary of Defense or the cessation of OIF.
14.12.1. Service members qualified for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (GWOT-E) by reasons of service between 19 March 2003 and 30 April 2005, in an area for which the ICM was subsequently authorized, shall remain qualified for that medal. Upon application, addressed in subsequent AFPC message, any such service member may be awarded the ICM in lieu of the GWOT-E for such service. No service member shall be entitled to both medals for the same action, achievement, or period of service. 14.12.2. Service members must have been assigned, attached or mobilized to units operating in area of eligibility for 30 consecutive days or for 60 non-consecutive days (see note) or meet one of the following criteria:
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14.12.2.1. Be engaged in combat during an armed engagement, regardless of the time in the area of eligibility. 14.12.2.2. While participating in an operation or on official duties, is wounded or injured and requires medical evacuation from the area of eligibility.
NOTE: While participating as a regularly assigned air crewmember flying sorties into, out of, within or over the area of eligibility in direct support of the military operations, each day of operations counts as one day of eligibility. 14.13. Nomination Procedures. Nominate individuals for campaign and service awards IAW AFI 36-2803, Chapter 6, and DoD 1348.33-M. Service award nominations will not be processed through the UDPU unless COMUSAFCENT certification/endorsement/recommendation is required. 14.14. Approved Operations for Campaign and Service Awards. AFPC maintains a list of all operations approved for the HSM, AFEM and AFSM at http://www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/awards. The UDPU webpage lists all unit awards approved by COMUSAFCENT.
CHAPTER 15
THE PURPLE HEART AND MEDAL FOR THE DEFENSE OF FREEDOM 15.1. Purpose. The PH and the MDF recognize military and civilian employees (excluding contractors) respectively, injured or killed by enemy action.
15.1.1. Injuries and deaths sustained by accidents, unnatural causes not involving enemy action, suicide and the like do not qualify, even if the event occurs within a designated combat zone.
15.2. The Purple Heart. Awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the US, who, after 5 April 1917, has been wounded, killed or who has died or may hereafter die of wounds received under any of the following circumstances:
15.2.1. In action against an enemy of the US. 15.2.2. In action with an opposing armed force of a foreign country in which the Armed Forces of the US are or have been engaged. 15.2.3. While serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing armed force in which the US is not a belligerent party.
15.2.4. As a result of an act of any such enemy of opposing armed forces.
15.2.5. As the result of an act of any hostile foreign force.
15.2.6. After 28 March 73, as a result of an international terrorist attack against the US or a foreign nation friendly to the US.
15.2.7. After 28 March 73, as a result of military operations while serving outside the territory of the US as part of a peacekeeping force. 15.2.8. A Service member who is killed or wounded in action as the result of action by friendly weapon fire while directly engaged in armed conflict, other than as a result of an act of an enemy of the US, unless (in the case of a wound) the wound is the result of willful misconduct of the member under Section 1129 of Title 10, U.S.C.
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Note: While clearly an individual decoration, the Purple Heart differs from all other decorations in that an individual is not "recommended" for the decoration; rather he or she is entitled to it upon meeting specific criteria. 15.3. Routine Processing. AFPC has delegated Purple Heart authority to Numbered Air Forces. NAFs determine whether injuries or death meet the criteria for award. USAFCENT/CC uses casualty reports forwarded from AFPC/DPWCS to process awards. The PH is not authorized for civilians.
15.3.1. Purple Heart Request by Personnel Not Reported as Casualties: Active duty personnel who, for any reason, weren’t, or are not, reported as casualties through normal Air Force casualty reporting channels, may request entitlement to the Purple Heart by providing their servicing MPF the following: 15.3.1.1. A signed memorandum from the applicant requesting the Purple Heart and describing in detail the circumstances surrounding the alleged wound/injury. 15.3.1.2. A copy of signed official medical documentation, which identifies thecwound/injury source, type, treatment, and date of alleged wound/injury. 15.3.1.3. Optional: eyewitness statements to support request.
15.3.2. The servicing MPF will forward the documentation above to the NAF commander currently in charge, or who was in charge of the operation/campaign/conflict in which the applicant claims wound/injury occurred. For example, a claim for a Purple Heart for wound/ injury received in Operation ENDURING FREEDOM or IRAQI FREEDOM would be forwarded by the servicing MPF to the USAFCENT Decoration Processing unit (UDPU), currently at Shaw AFB, SC, who is processing all decorations arising solely for the service in OEF/OIF. 15.4. Impact Processing. The PH process will be initiated based on receipt of the casualty report from the PERSCO Team (if casualty is during non-duty hours, the Commander’s Operation Center would receive the casualty report, make notification to COMUSAFCENT and notify AFCENT A1 and staff)
15.4.1. AFCENT A1 forwards casualty report to COMUSAFCENT for consideration and decision. 15.4.1. If COMUSAFCENT approves PH: UDPU prepares certificate, FEDEX award element to deployed location or home station. Provide deployed location and home station MPF with scanned copies of award element (if Posthumous – include Mortuary Affairs and AFPC).
15.5. The Medal for the Defense of Freedom. Awarded to any civilian employee (not including contractors), who, on or after 11 September 01, is killed or wounded by hostile action while serving under any competent authority of the DoD under conditions for which a military member would be eligible for receipt of the Purple Heart.
15.5.1. DFMs will be processed as follows:
15.5.1.1. Commanders or supervisors will accomplish an award nomination in memorandum format, and forward it to the home station civilian personnel flight (CPF). Required documentation is as follows:
15.5.1.1.1. Report of medical treatment and 15.5.1.1.2. Department of Labor (DOL) Form CA-1, Federal Employee’s Notice of Traumatic Injury and Claim for Continuation of Pay/Compensation, or
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15.5.1.1.3. DOL Form CA-5, Claim for Compensation by Widow, Widower, and/or Children, or 15.5.1.1.4. DOL Form CA-6, Official Superior’s Report of Employee’s Death
15.5.1.2. Upon completion by the CPF, the DFM package will be forwarded to the UDPU at following address:
USAFCENT/DPU 516 Sharp St, Bldg 1128 Shaw AFB SC 29152-5048
15.5.1.3. The UDPU will process the order and certificate and forward to the home station CPF.
CHAPTER 16
AIR FORCE COMBAT ACTION MEDAL (AFCAM)
(COMAFFOR Awarded)
16.1. References. (Policy Message) HQ AFPC/DPPP 091257Z Apr 07 HQ AFPC/DPPP 162333Z Apr 07 HQ AFPC/DPPP 1012402Z Apr 07 16.2 Purpose. This chapter outlines eligibility and procedures for the Air Force Combat Action Medal (AFCAM) to recognize those members of the Air Force who actively participated in combat (ground or air). The AFCAM is awarded as a medal and ribbon (only). There will be no patch or badge equivalent for wear on the Airman Battle Uniform (ABU). It will be prioritized after the Air Force Presidential Unit Citation and below the Air Force Achievement Medal. The AFCAM does not earn points toward enlisted promotions. 16.3. Decoration Approval Authority. Refer to HQ AFPC/DPPP message, 091257Z Apr 07.
16.3.1. The SECAF has delegated approval and recommending authority to COMUSAFCENT in his role as Commander, Air Force Forces (COMAFFOR), for all awards that meet the requirements identified in this message and subsequent instructions. The COMAFFOR may delegate this authority to no lower than a Brigadier General on the COMAFFOR Staff.
16.4. Eligibility. The principle eligibility criterion is that the individual must have been under direct and hostile fire while operating outside the wire, or personally engaging hostile forces with direct and lethal fires.
16.4.1. The AFCAM may be awarded to any member of the Air Force for qualifying service from 11 September 2001 to a date to be determined. Retroactive awards prior to 11 September 2001 are not authorized. 16.4.2. The AFCAM may be awarded to military members from other U.S. Armed Forces and Foreign militaries assigned to a U.S. Air Force unit, provided they meet the award criteria. 16.4.3. There is no minimum time-in-theater requirement to qualify for the AFCAM. Only one AFCAM may be awarded during a qualifying period. Subsequent qualifying periods will be determined by SECAF.
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16.4.4. Only one award per operation is authorized. OEF/OIF is considered one operation. Subsequent operations will be approved by the CSAF and will be indicated by use of gold stars on the ribbon. 16.4.5. Requests for exceptions to policy here or in future instructions must be fully justified and forwarded through the chain of command. Home station requests must go through MAJCOM/CC to the COMAFFOR to AF/CV who has been delegated decisional authority by SECAF; In-theater request go through the COMAFFOR to AF/CV. 16.4.6. Combat Conditions Defined: For the purpose of this award, combat conditions are met when: 1) Individuals deliberately go into the enemy’s domain (outside the wire) to conduct official duties—on the ground or in the air; and 2) They come under enemy fire by lethal weapons while performing those duties; and 3) are at risk of grave danger. Or 1) Individuals defending the base (on the wire); and 2) come under fire or engage the enemy with direct and lethal fires; and 3) are at risk of grave danger, also meet the intent of this award. 16.4.7. Offensive ground operations that involve personally engaging the enemy with direct and lethal fires also may qualify even if no direct fire is taken—as long as there was risk of grave danger and other criteria are met. Central to the integrity of this combat recognition is the adherence to these combat condition prerequisites.
16.5. Award Criteria – The award criteria for the AFCAM is similar to that of our other services but is more specific as regards to the combat conditions. Personnel who earned the Combat Infantryman Badge, Combat Action Badge, Combat Medical Badge or Combat Action Ribbon while assigned with the U.S. ARMY, Army, U.S. Navy, or U.S. Marine Corps may submit a copy of that award, along with other required documentation. (Ground)
16.5.1. Individual must be in combat as defined in para 16.4.6. Combat must take place in a combat zone defined as a geographic area designated by the President via executive order, or a qualified hazardous duty area in which a member is receiving Imminent Danger Pay or Hostile Fire Pay (IDP/HFP). Individual must be personally present, at risk of grave danger, and performing satisfactorily in accordance with the prescribed rules of engagement. 16.5.2. Personnel outside the wire must be fired upon by the enemy with lethal weapons; returning fire is situation dependent and not necessarily a precondition of award. Offensive/defensive operators, on or outside the wire, must be personally engaging hostile forces with direct and lethal fires. In both cases, risk of grave danger to the individual must be explained in the award submission. 16.5.3. Encampments, compounds, and protected areas (inside the wire) will normally not qualify as venues for this award unless the individual is serving in a defensive capacity, taking fire, and engaging the enemy. Augmenting a defensive fighting position and taking fire, regardless of official duties, would also qualify as combat action if all other criteria were met. Receiving mortars, responding to alarm conditions reporting to bunkers, in and of themselves do not constitute combat action for the purpose of this award. However, should combat conditions arise out of such events then submit as exceptions to policy with full justification. 16.5.4. Personnel eligible for the award of the Purple Heart would not necessarily qualify for the Combat Action Medal. (Air)
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16.5.5. Individual must be flying as authorized aircrew members and in combat IAW AFIs 11-401, Aviation Management; 11-402 Aviation and Parachutist Service, Aeronautical Ratings and Badges; and 65-503, U.S. Air Force Cost and Planning Factors, as well as respective MAJCOM supplements and directives. Combat must take place in a combat zone defined as a geographic area designated by the President via executive order, or a qualified hazardous duty area in which a member is receiving imminent danger pay or hostile fire pay (IDP/HFP). Individual must be personally present, at risk or grave danger, and performing satisfactorily in accordance with the prescribed rules of engagement. 16.5.6. Individual must be performing assigned duties. Traveling passengers, including aircrew manifested as passengers, on an aircraft are not eligible based solely on their presence if the aircraft were to come under fire. 16.5.7. Offensive air operations may qualify if they are engaging hostile forces with direct and lethal fires. Taking fire from the enemy is not a prerequisite as long as the individual is personally present and the risk of grave danger is imminent.
16.6. Posthumous Decorations. The USAFCENT is the primary decoration approval authority for all posthumous decorations for fatalities that occur while member was performing duties in direct support of the USAFCENT mission. The UDPU will ensure coordination with home unit commanders/casualty affairs representatives. Home station units may elect to submit tour medals for the entire period of time (including both home station and deployed data and time periods). Base posthumous decorations on the same criteria used for a living person. 16.7. Preparing a Decoration Recommendation. 16.8. Appeals. The commander or first colonel in the operational chain may return a submission as “not supported.” Individuals wishing to appeal must do so back to the original officer who did not support. All initial appeals of this nature will be labeled as such and forwarded to the COMAFFOR whose decision is final. If the COMUSAFCENT disapproves an original submission then the appeal process similarly must go back to the COMUSAFCENT, who must submit, with comments, to AF/CV for final decision. Essentially, all applications are entitled to a consideration and an appeal if requested.
CHAPTER 17
DECORATIONS FOR CIVILIANS 17.1. Purpose. Recognition of US civilian personnel must be IAW established DoD and Air Force guidance. 17.1.1. IAW AFI36-2803, para 9.2, “Base the award of US military decorations to US citizens on an act or service that would satisfy the criteria governing the award of the decoration to a member of the Armed Forces of the US.” Each individual submission should be based on what that individual did, how well he or she did it and what level of impact he or she had on mission success. 17.2. DOD Decorations that can be awarded to civilians. IAW Table 2.1 of AFI 36-2803, the following military decorations may be submitted for US civilian personnel: 17.2.1. AIR FORCE CROSS (AFC): Given for extraordinary heroism, not justifying award of a Medal of Honor, while engaged in an action against an enemy of the U.S.; or while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force; or while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing force in which the U.S. is not a belligerent party. (Paragraph A4.2 of AFI 36-2803 and Paragraph AP1.1.2.7 of DoD 1348.33-M) 17.2.2. DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL (DSM): Awarded for exceptionally meritorious
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service to the U.S. in a duty of great responsibility, while serving in any capacity with the Air Force. A duty of great responsibility is one that involves the exercise of authority or judgment in matters that decide the successful operation of a major command, activity, installation, or major program. The discharge of such duty must involve the acceptance and fulfillment of the obligation so as to greatly benefit the interests of the U.S. Restricted to General Officers (GOs) and equivalents (e.g. SES level). The person must have a minimum of 36 months as a GO or equivalent (including frocked time, if applicable) as well as a minimum of 24 months in a GO or equivalent position. (See Attachment 9 of AFI 36-2803_ACCSUP1; Table 2.1 and Paragraph A4.3 of AFI 36-2803 and Paragraph AP1.1.2.10 of DoD 1348.33-M) 17.2.3. SILVER STAR (SS): Reserved for recognition of a specific act of heroism that is above and beyond risk involved in normal combat operations. Recommendations for award of the Silver Star are based upon gallantry in action (heroism of high degree including risk of life) that does not warrant a Medal of Honor or Air Force Cross, while serving in any capacity with the Air Force while engaged in an action against an enemy of the U.S.; or while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force; or while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed
conflict against an opposing armed force in which the U.S. is not a belligerent party. (Paragraph A4.4 of AFI 36-2803 and Paragraphs C8.2.1.1.1 and AP1.1.2.12 of DoD 1348.33-M)
17.2.4. BRONZE STAR MEDAL (BSM). The award recognizes acts of heroism performed in ground combat that are of lesser degree than that required for the Silver Star. It also recognizes single acts of merit and meritorious service if the achievement or service is of a lesser degree than that deemed worthy of the Legion of Merit; but such service must have been accomplished with distinction while serving in any capacity with the Air Force while engaged in an action against an enemy of the U.S.; or while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force; or while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing armed force in which the U.S. is not a belligerent party.. Those awarded the Bronze Star medal for heroism are authorized to wear the "V" device for valor. 17.2.5. THE MEDAL FOR THE DEFENSE OF FREEDOM (MDF). Civilian equivalent of the Purple Heart. Awarded to any civilian employee who, on or after 11 September 01, is killed or wounded by hostile action while serving under any competent authority of the DoD under conditions for which a military member would be eligible for receipt of the Purple Heart. The MDF may be awarded to non-Defense employees, such as contractors, at the discretion of the Secretary of Defense based on their involvement in Department of Defense activities. 17.2.6. AIR MEDAL (AM): Awarded for heroism or single acts of achievement while participating in aerial flight. Required achievement is less than that required for the Distinguished Flying Cross (military only), but must be accomplished with distinction above and beyond that expected. Not awarded for peacetime sustained operational activities/flights. (Paragraph A4.11 OF AFI 36-2803 and Paragraphs C8.2.1.1.1 and AP1.1.2.24 of DoD 1348.33-M) 17.2.7. AERIAL ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (AAM): Awarded for sustained meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight. MAJCOMs, FOAs, and DRUs will identify the
missions and positions to qualify for the award. Not awarded for single event flights. (Paragraph A4.12 of AFI 36-2803 and Paragraph AP1.1.2.25 of DoD 1348.33-M)
17.3. Department of the Air Force (DAF) Civilian Awards. DAF civilian personnel may be recommended for one of the honorary incentive awards outlined in chapter 4, AFI 36-1004, Managing the Civilian Recognition Program. AFI 36-1004 is available at http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/pubfiles/af/36/afi36-1004/afi36-1004.pdf. Please contact your local civilian personnel office if you have any questions concerning these decorations. 17.4. Package Processing. All military decoration packages for US civilian personnel must meet the following requirements:
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17.4.1. Must be forwarded to the USAFCENT Decoration Processing Unit (UDPU) All other provisions (i.e. recommending individuals, preparing/processing procedures, etc…) of the
USAFCENT Decoration Guidebook are applicable as appropriate. 17.4.2. Must contain the following IAW para 9.2.1 of AFI 36-2803
17.4.2.1. Two-pocket folder. Place only one individual decoration recommendation per folder. (Non-electronic submissions only) 17.4.2.2. Biography 17.4.2.3. Recommendation for decoration justification – original AF Form 3994, plus bond paper with additional justification, if applicable. 17.4.2.4. Citation – proposed citation on bond paper. 17.4.2.5. USAFCENT Form 1 17.4.2.6. Disk – computer disk with citation saved in word.doc format.
17.5. General Guidance on Awards to Contractors. 17.5.1. For the purpose of this message and IAW para SC451.15.2.2 of DoD 1400.25-M and para 1.9 of AFI 36-1004, contractors are defined as: “Persons or organizations having a commercial or profit-making relationship with the Department of Defense or with a DoD Component.” 17.5.2. Contractors are not employees of the government and are not to be treated as such. Consequently, contractors are prohibited from receiving DoD military or civilian decorations/awards. This prohibition includes (but is not limited to) DoD awards/decorations that are outlined in DoD 1348.33-M and AF awards/decorations that are outlined in AFI 36-2803 and AFI 36-1004. 17.5.3. The prohibition on awards to contractors also means that awards may not be created to recognize contractor efforts nor may contractors participate in the DoD or DoD component sponsored award programs created for our military or civilian personnel. As ceremonies and receptions are part of the "presentation" process of DoD or DoD component awards to its employees, the prohibition extends to these as well, i.e., contractors may not participate in ceremonies or attend receptions. 17.5.4. The policy on awards or recognition of contractor efforts is based upon the goal to avoid the appearance or actual act of favoritism as well as the appearance or actual act of a conflict of interest. This policy was enacted to ensure that the DoD maintains impartiality in order to not give one contractor an unfair competitive advantage over another. It also ensures that our employees, both military and civilian, do not take advantage of their government positions to better future employment opportunities (for themselves or others) with a particular contractor doing business with the Department of Defense.
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Attachment 12
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE DECORATION CRITERIA The information in this attachment is excerpted from AFI 36-2803. To ensure accuracy/currency of information, refer to current published AFI. A12.1. Air Force Cross (AFC). AFC is reserved for extraordinary heroism, not justifying award of a Medal of Honor.
A12.1.1. While engaged in an action against an enemy of the United States.
A12.1.2. While engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force.
A12.1.3. While serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing force in which the US is not a belligerent party.
A12.2. Distinguished Service Medal (DSM). DSM is reserved for exceptionally meritorious service to the United States in a duty of great responsibility, while serving in any capacity with the Air Force. Award is restricted to US military personnel who performed extraordinary, specific achievements during one or more periods of service. A12.3. Silver Star (SS). SS is reserved for recognition of a specific act of heroism that is above and beyond risk involved in normal combat operations. Recommendations for award of the Silver Star are based upon gallantry in action that does not warrant a Medal of Honor or Air Force Cross, while serving in any capacity with the Air Force and:
A12.3.1. While engaged in an action against an enemy of the US or A12.3.2. While engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force or A12.3.3. While serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing force in which the US is not a belligerent party.
Note: Gallantry in action means heroism of high degree involving risk of life. A2.4. Legion of Merit (LOM). LOM is reserved for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding service to the United States. For example, service that has furthered the interest and security of the United States or any nation allied or associated with the United States. Note: For foreign officers, COMUSAFCENT will determine appropriate degree. A12.5. Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC). Recommendation for the award of the DFC is based upon heroism or achievement in aerial flight and must be entirely distinctive, involving operations that are not routine. Not awarded for sustained operational activities and flights. A12.6. Airman's Medal (AmnM). AmnM is awarded for heroism involving voluntary risk of life under conditions other than those of conflict with an armed enemy of the US. The saving of a life or the success of the voluntary heroic act is not essential. Do not award for normal performance of duties. A12.7. Bronze Star Medal (BSM). Reference AFI 36-2803, The Air Force Awards and Decorations Program, recommendation for award of the BSM is based upon an act of heroism or meritorious achievement (not involving participation in aerial flight). The member must be physically present within a combat zone as declared by the appropriate military authority and qualify for receipt of
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imminent danger or hostile fire pay during the award period. Additionally, they must meet one or more of the following conditions:
A12.7.1. Engaged in an action against an enemy of the US or A12.7.2. Engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force or A12.7.3. Serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing force in which the US is not a belligerent party.
Note: An individual whose entitlement to imminent danger pay is due solely to flying missions into the imminent danger pay zone DOES NOT qualify for a Bronze Star Medal A12.8. Purple Heart (PH). See Chapter 15. A12.9. Meritorious Service Medal (MSM). Awarded for outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the US. Do not award for aerial achievement. Individuals stationed within the AOR, but who do not meet the qualifications for the BSM, may be awarded the MSM. A12.10. Air Medal (AM). Awarded for single acts of achievement or sustained achievement while participating in aerial flight. Required achievement is less than that required for the DFC, but must be accomplished with distinction above and beyond that expected of professional airmen. Not awarded for peacetime sustained operational activities and flights. A12.11. Aerial Achievement Medal (AAM). Awarded for sustained meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight. Not awarded for single event flights. A12.12. Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM). Awarded for outstanding achievement or meritorious service; or acts of courage that does not meet the requirements for award of the AmnM or BSM, and sustained meritorious performance by crewmembers. Do not award to general or flag officer grade. Do not award for aerial achievement. Place emphasis on award to outstanding company grade officers and junior NCOs whose achievements and services meet the standards. A12.13. Air Force Achievement Medal (AFAM). Awarded for outstanding achievement or meritorious service that does not meet the requirements of the AFCM. Place emphasis on award to junior officers and airmen whose achievements and service meet the standards. Do not award for aerial achievement. Do not award to colonels (0-6) or above. A12.14. Air Force Combat Action Medal (AFCAM). See Chapter 16
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Attachment 13
CITATIONS FOR AIR FORCE DECORATIONS
A13.1. The citation is a short description of the act, achievement or service. Be specific on facts and confine to no more than 5 – 10 sentences, plus opening and closing sentences, if possible. Citations must be in good taste and of a quality that will capture the substance of the decoration with dignity and make sense to an audience when read aloud. A13.2. All citations are to be submitted in proposed final format on bond paper using the appropriate sample citation template (portrait or landscape). Text must fit (without touching) between the words “ACCOMPLISHMENTS” and “GIVEN UNDER MY HAND”.
A13.2.1. No abbreviations of any kind, i.e., %, $, ACC, NCOIC, slash marks, etc., except for Jr., Sr., III, in the heading and opening sentence. A13.2.2. The use of commonly identified code names is acceptable in citation. i.e., RED FLAG, etc. Do not use any abbreviations, other than Jr., Sr., II, etc., following the individual’s name. For compound grade titles, such as First Lieutenant, Staff Sergeant, etc., spell out the complete grade title in the opening sentence and then use the short title in the balance of the citation. Reflect the title “Chaplain” as “Chaplain, grade, and full name” in the opening sentence. Thereafter, reflect “Chaplain surname”. Reflect the title “Special Agent” as “Special Agent John J. Jones” in the opening sentence and as “Agent Jones” thereafter.
A13.2.3. Citations must not contain any classified information. A13.2.4. Citations must be individualized on group submissions.
A13.3. Use mandatory opening and closing sentences listed at Attachment 4 of AFI 36-2803.
A13.3.1. Use the following opening statement for more than two job titles: Captain John S. Doe distinguished himself in the performance of outstanding service to the United States in various assignments culminating as ____________, … A13.3.2. Use the words “singularly” and “great” in the closing sentence of MSMs and LOMs only.
A13.4. Include the oak leaf cluster, if applicable. A13.5. Must use Times New Roman 10 - 12 point font. A13.6. 13 lines maximum amount allowed for the AFAM; 14 lines maximum amount allowed for the AFCM; 16 lines maximum amount allowed for the MSM. A13.7. Citation templates are available on the UDPU webpage. Use only as an example. Citations are examples and not taken from USAFCENT approved decorations.
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Attachment 14
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BLOCKS DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETION OF USAFCENT FORM 1 1 - 3 Self-explanatory
4 If 70% waiver was used for award of Basic medal, then 1 OLC requires 130% (to complete 100% for Basic)
5 - 6 Self-explanatory 7 Include FR, FV or FG Prefix/Suffix 8 If aircraft in which eligible mission(s) were flown is different from aircraft in which member
is qualified/assigned, annotate in remarks 9 - Operation: Operation Southern Watch (OSW); Operation Enduring Freedom –Afghanistan
(OEF); United Nations Monitoring Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC); Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF); Operation Enduring Freedom—Horn of Africa (HOA) -- Date of Mission: ATO date of mission -- Mission Number: ATO mission number -- Mission Symbol: IAW USAFCENT Decoration Guide and Eligibility Criteria document for the applicable operation. If using mission symbol other than O1 (combat) or O2 (combat support), include in remarks section “combat” or “combat support”. -- Duration: Self-explanatory -- Remarks: Record any pertinent or amplifying information needed to justify award of the medal for which the individual is being nominated. Examples include, but are not limited to: --Statement that mission was flown in the designated airspace for the medal nominated (e.g., Iraq for OIF AM) -- Type aircraft flown if different than primary aircraft -- Nature of mission, e.g., CSAR, INFIL, EXFIL, A/R, AEW, etc. -- Any unusual events, e.g., hostile fire encountered -- Any other remarks that explain unusual entries in the other fields (e.g., to explain unusually short sortie durations) -- Points: Credit points IAW USAFCENT Decoration Guide and Eligibility Criteria document for the applicable operation.
10 - 12 Self-explanatory Endorsements Include typed signature blocks as well as signatures. If the member being submitted for
recognition is not available, type in “Member not available for signature” (only applies to member).
GENERAL GUIDANCE Completion of the required number of missions/points doesn’t, in itself, justify the award. In order to be awarded the AM or AAM; members must meet or exceed the standards normally expected of professional airmen. Wing and Operations Group Commanders will ensure each mission considered for medal recognition meets the spirit and intent of AFI 36-2803. Refer to the USAFCENT Decoration Guide and the applicable operation Eligibility Criteria document for specific guidance and procedures.
PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT AUTHORITY: Title 5 United States Code, Section 552a; Title 10, United States Code, Section 8013; EO 9397, November 1943 PRINCIPAL PURPOSES: To document missions flown in the South West Asia Area of Responsibility for processing of Air Medals and Aerial Achievement Medals. ROUTINE USES: Information may be disclosed to the Department of Justice, and to federal, state, local or foreign law enforcement authorities for investigating or prosecuting a violation or potential violation of law. DISCLOSURE: Disclosure of SSN is voluntary
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Attachment 15
(DATE)
MEMORANDUM FOR USAFCENT/CC FROM: (Original Recommending Official) SUBJECT: Revocation of Decoration 1. In accordance with AFI 36-2803, paragraph 3.7 and USAFCENT Decoration Guide, paragraph 2.16, I am requesting revocation of the (decoration name (i.e. MSM) for SrA John H. Doe. After being recommended for the decoration, it was later determined that during that period SrA Doe (explain circumstances). I endorsed his decoration prior to becoming aware of these circumstances. Had I been made aware, I would not have given my endorsement. 2. If you have any questions, please contact my POC (name) at (phone/email).
________________________________ (Recommending Official’s Name, Grade, Title, and Signature)
Indorser, Base Staff Judge Advocate To: USAFCENT/CC _____ Concur. _____ Non-concur for the following reasons:
____________________________________ (Staff Judge Advocate’s Name, Grade, and Signature)
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Attachment 17
CITATIONS FOR JOINT SERVICE DECORATIONS
CITATION TO ACCOMPANY THE AWARD OF
THE JOINT SERVICE COMMENDATION MEDAL
(SECOND OAK LEAF CLUSTER)
TO
JOHN H. DOE
Master Sergeant John H. Doe, United States Air Force, distinguished himself by exceptionally meritorious achievement as (Duty Title, unit, location, from 12 August 1998 to 03 April 2001. During this period, Sergeant Doe displayed outstanding professionalism and talented leadership in addressing a broad range of difficult and complex personnel issues. His innovative leadership and technical expertise resulted in significant and enduring contributions to the reorganization of the J-1 staff. Due to Sergeant Doe’s hands on involvement, every facet of manpower and personnel improved almost instantly. A committed warrior and focused leader, his devotion to duty and relentless commitment to excellence were key to the success of the combat readiness of Central Command. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Doe reflect credit upon him, the United States Air Force, the United States Central Command Air Forces, and the Department of Defense. Notes: 1. Not to exceed 18 single spaced lines. 2. Portrait Times New Roman 14pt. 3. Margins on citations should be one inch. MANDATORY SENTENCES FOR DEFENSE MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (DMSM) OPENING SENTENCE Colonel John H. Doe, United States Army, distinguished himself by exceptionally meritorious service (or achievement) as (Duty Title), (Directorate), United States Central Command, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, from 1 August 1998 to 31 October 2001. CLOSING SENTENCE The distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Doe reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Army, the United States Central Command Air Forces, and the Department of Defense. (Posthumous Award) The distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Doe in the dedication of his service to his country reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Army, the United States Central Command Air Forces, and the Department of Defense. Notes: 1. Not to exceed 18 single spaced lines. 2. Portrait Times New Roman 14pt.
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3. Margins on citations should be one inch.
MANDATORY SENTENCES FOR THE JOINT SERVICE COMMENDATION MEDAL (JSCM) OPENING SENTENCE Colonel John H. Doe, United States Army, distinguished himself by exceptionally meritorious service (or achievement) as (Duty Title), (Directorate), United States Central Command, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, from 1 August 1998 to 31 October 2001. CLOSING SENTENCE The distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Doe reflect credit upon himself, the United States Army, the United States Central Command Air Forces, and the Department of Defense. Notes: 1. Not to exceed 18 single spaced lines. 2. Portrait Times New Roman 14pt. 3. Margins on citations should be one inch. MANDATORY SENTENCES FOR THE JOINT SERVICE ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (JSAM) OPENING SENTENCE Colonel John H. Doe, United States Army, distinguished himself by meritorious service (or achievement) as (Duty Title), (Directorate), United States Central Command Air Forces, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, from 1 August 1998 to 31 October 2001. CLOSING SENTENCE The distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Doe reflect credit upon himself, the United States Army, the United States Central Command Air Forces, and the Department of Defense. Notes: 1. Not to exceed 18 single spaced lines. 2. Portrait Times New Roman 14pt. 3. Margins on citations should be one inch.
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Attachment 18
EXAMPLE NARRATIVE JUSTIFICATION (FOREIGN NATIONALS)
Colonel John H. Doe, Canadian Forces, distinguished himself while assigned as Commander, Canadian Forces, Headquarters Air Mobility Command, Directorate of Operations. During this period, Colonel Doe was responsible for coordinating the use of Canadian aircraft for the movement of 50,000 tons of Air Force cargo and 20,000 Department of Defense personnel to Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. Notes: 1. When using acronyms, spell out the acronym then use the abbreviated form. 2. Limit justification to one page typed narrative. 3. Narrative must be signed by the initial recommending official.
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EXAMPLE BIOGRAPHY 5. Biography
NAME: (John J. Doe) DATE OF BIRTH: (12 Aug 72) PLACE OF BIRTH: (Montreal, Canada) RANK: (Colonel) AIR FORCE RANK EQUIVALENT: (If needed, translate foreign rank to Air Force equivalent) PRESENT POSITION: (Describe duty responsibilities for the period being recognized). EDUCATION: (List US military courses, PME, or colleges and year graduated) ASSIGNMENTS: (List unit and location all of prior US military assignments)
MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS: (List all US military awards/decs awarded) Notes: 1. Only provide information for categories listed above. 2. Limit biography to one page.
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Attachment 20
EXAMPLE MEMO FOR US EMBASSY and US DAO CONCURRENCE MEMORANDUM FOR (US Embassy or US DAO address abroad. Refer to AFI 24-405, Department of Defense Foreign Clearance Guide at the local MPF for address info). FROM: (Requesting Agency) SUBJECT: Recommendation for Decoration to Colonel John H. Doe, Canadian Forces
I recommend John H. Doe, Canadian Forces, for the Meritorious Service Medal. Request the US Ambassador, representative, or DAO official concur with the recommendation by endorsing this memorandum in the signature block below..
Date of Birth: (provide info) Place of Birth: (provide info) Serial Number: (provide info) Inclusive Period of Decoration: (provide info) Current Duty Title: (provide info) Desired Presentation Date: (provide info) Point of Contact: (provide name and DSN) JOHN B.GOOD, Colonel, USAF Director, Plans and Operations 1st Ind, (DAO Symbol) MEMORANDUM FOR USAFCENT/DPU
I concur with the recommendation by endorsing this memorandum. __________________________________ (Signature - DAO memo type. Defense Attaché Office)
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EXAMPLE MEMO FOR DIA and AFOSI CONCURRENCE
MEMORANDUM FOR (Defense Intelligence Agency Attn: DAH-3 Awards, 200 MacDill Blvd, Washington DC 20340-5100, AFOSI/XOQS 1535 Command Drive, Suite A-309, Andrews AFB, MD 20762) FROM: (Recommending Agency) SUBJECT: Recommendation for Decoration to Colonel John H. Doe, Canadian Forces I recommend John H. Doe, Canadian Forces, for the Meritorious Service Medal. Request the appropriate records checks/investigations be conducted and concurrence with the recommendation by endorsing this memorandum in the space provided below.
Date of Birth: (provide info) Place of Birth: (provide info) Serial Number: (provide info) Inclusive Period of Decoration: (provide info) Current Duty Title: (provide info) Desired Presentation Date: (provide info) Point of Contact: (provide name and DSN) JOHN B. GOOD, Colonel, USAF Director, Plans and Operations * MUST HAVE CONCURRENCE FROM DIA AND CONCURRENCE FROM AFOSI 1st Ind, (DIA and OSI Office Symbols) MEMORANDUM FOR USAFCENT/DPU
I concur with the recommendation by endorsing this memorandum. ___________________________________ (Signature - DIA and OSI memo type)
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ATTACHMENT 22 - ACCEPTED ACRONYMNS & THOSE IDENTIFIED IN AFDD 1-2, AF GLOSSARY, CHAPTER 2, 11 JAN 07
The following acronyms are approved by USAFCENT for use without spelling out the
acronym for the first time. They are widely accepted and recognized.
A1C Airman First Class AAM Aerial Achievement Medal AB Airman Basic ACC Air Combat Command ACSC Air Command And Staff College AD Active Duty ADP Automated Data Processing ADPE Automated Data Processing Equipment AEF Air Expeditionary Force AFA Air Force Association AFAA Air Force Audit Agency AFAF Air Force Assistance Fund AFAM Air Force Achievement Medal AFB Air Force Base AFBCMR Air Force Board For Correction Of Military Records AFC Air Force Cross AFCAM Air Force Combat Action Medal AFCENT Air Forces Central AFCM Air Force Commendation Medal AFCMO Air Force Colonel Matters Office AFELM Air Force Elements AFEM Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal AFGOMO Air Force General Officer Matters Office AFI Air Force Instruction AFIT Air Force Institute Of Technology AFOEA Air Force Organizational Excellence Award AFOUA Air Force Outstanding Unit Award AFPC Air Force Personnel Center AFPD Air Force Policy Directive AFR Air Force Regulations AFRC Air Force Reserve Component AFRICOM Africa Command AFROTC Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps AFSC Air Force Specialty Code AFSOC Air Force Special Operations Command AFSPC Air Force Space Command AFTO Air Force Technical Order
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AG Adjutant General AGR Active Guard/Reserve AIA Air Intelligence Agency AIB Accident Investigation Board AIN Army Installation ALS Airmen Leadership School AM Air Medal AMC Air Mobility Command AML Above The Management Level AmnM Airman’s Medal AMU Aircraft Maintenance Unit ANG Air National Guard ANGUS Air National Guard Of The United States AOC Air Operations Center AOR Area Of Responsibility APT Awaiting PCS Training APU Auxiliary Power Unit APZ Above-The-Promotion Zone ARC Air Reserve Components ARPC Air Reserve Personnel Center ART Air Reserve Technician ASBC Aerospace Basic Course ASCM Air and Space Campaign Medal
ASOSH Air Force Occupational And Environmental Safety, Fire Prevention, And Health (Program)
AT Antiterrorism AT/FP Antiterrorism/Force Protection ATO Air Tasking Order ATMS Automated T.O. Management System AWC Air War College AWFC Air Warfare Center AWOL Absent Without Leave BDE Basic Developmental Education BI Background Investigation BPZ Below-The-Promotion Zone BRIG GEN Brigadier General BSC Biomedical Sciences Corps
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BSM Bronze Star Medal BTZ Below-The-Zone C2ISR Command, Control, Intelligence, Surveillance, And Reconnaissance C2 Command And Control C3 Command, Control, And Communications C3I Command, Control, And Communications, And Intelligence C4 Command, Control, And Communications, And Computers CAF Combat Air Forces CAC Combined Air and Space Operations Center CAOC Combined Air Operations Center CCAF Community College Of The Air Force CDC Career Development Course CFACC Combined Forces Air Component Commander CFC Combined Federal Campaign CGO Company Grade Officer CINC Commander-In-Chief CIV Civilian CJCS Chairman, Joint Chiefs Of Staff CMSGT Chief Master Sergeant COMACC Commander, Air Combat Command COMM/NAV Communications And Navigation COMSEC Communications Security COMUSAFCENT Commander, United States Air Forces Central CONOPS Concept Operations COPLAN Operation Plan In Concept Format CONUS Continental United States COT Commissioned Officer Training CPF Civilian Personnel Flight CRO Change Of Rating Official CSAF Chief Of Staff, United States Air Force CSAR Combat Search And Rescue CSB Central Selection Board CSS Commander Support Staff CTF Combined Task Force CY Calendar Year DAF Department Of The Air Force
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DAFSC Duty Air Force Specialty Code DAWIA Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act DC Dental Corps DDSM Defense Distinquished Service Medal DETCO Detachment Commander DFC Distinquished Flying Cross DFM Defense of Freedom Medal (Civilian PH) DG Distinguished Graduate DMS Defense Message System DMSM Defense Meritorious Service Medal DNP Do Not Promote DO Director Of Operations DoD Department Of Defense DOR Date Of Rank DOS Date Of Separation DP Director Of Personnel; Definitely Promote DQHB Duty Qualification History Brief DSM Distinquished Service Medal DSSM Defense Superior Service Meal DV Distinguished Visitor DZ Drop Zone EAD Extended Active Duty EES Enlisted Evaluation System ELP Excess Leave Program EOT Equal Opportunity And Treatment EPR Enlisted Performance Report FAA Federal Aviation Administration FIT Fitness Improvement Training FLE Funded Legal Education FLT Flight FMC Fully Mission Capable FOD Foreign Object Damage FOIA Freedom Of Information Act FOL Forward Operating Location FP Force Protection FPCON Force Protection Condition
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FTX Field training exercise FY Fiscal Year GAO Government Accounting Office GM General Manager GO General Officer GP/CC Group Commander (Office Symbol) GPA Grade Point Average GPS Global Positioning System GS General Schedule GSU Geographically Separated Unit GUC Gallant Unit Citation GWOT Global War On Terrorism GYRO Gyroscope HAZMAT Hazardous Materials HBCU Historical Black Colleges And Universities HC Chaplain Corps HF High Frequency HHQ Higher Headquarters HOA Horn Of Africa HQ Headquarters HSM Humanitarian Service Medal IA Information Assurance I/APZ In-Or-Above-The-Promotion Zone IAW In Accordance With IDE Intermediate Development Education IDEA Innovative Development Through Employee Awareness IFF Introduction To Fighter Fundamentals Or Identify, Friend Or Foe IG Inspector General IMA Individual Mobilization Augmentee IO Investigating Officer ILO In-Lieu-Of IPZ In-The-Promotion Zone ISO In support of ISR Intelligence, Surveillance, And Reconnaissance IT Information technology JA(G) Judge Advocate (General)
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JCS Joint Chiefs Of Staff JET Joint Expeditionary Tasking JFACC Joint Forces Air Component Commander JIATF-E Joint Inter-Agency Task Force-East JMD Joint Manning Document JSAM Joint Service Achievement Medal JSCM Joint Service Commendation Medal JWICS Joint Worldwide intelligence communications system LAF Line Of The Air Force LEAD Limited Extended Active Duty LOE Letter Of Evaluation LOAC Law Of Armed Conflict LOGDET Logistics Detail LOM Legion of Merit LOX Liquid Oxygen LRE Launch and Recovery Element LZ Landing Zone MAJCOM Major Command MC Medical Corps MCE Mission Control Elements MEGP Mission Essential Ground Personnel MIA Missing-In-Action MILCON Military Construction MILSPECS Military Specification MIL-STD Military Standard ML Management Level MLR Management Level Review MOA Memorandum Of Agreement MOAB Massive Ordnance Air Burst MOU Memorandum Of Understanding MPF Military Personnel Flight MPRG Master Personnel Record Group MPS Military Personnel Support MQ Mission Qualified MRE Mission Recovery Element MSC Medical Service Corps
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MSgt Master Sergeant MSM Meritorious Service Medal MTF Military Treatment Facility MUA Meritorious Unit Award MWS Major Weapon System NAF Numbered Air Force NATO North Atlantic Treaty Organization NC Nurse Corps NCO Noncommissioned Officer NCOA Noncommissioned Officer Academy NCOIC Noncommissioned Officer-In-Charge NDSM National Defense Service Medal NGB National Guard Bureau NIPRNET Non-secure Internet Protocol Router Network NMC Non-Mission Capable NMI No Middle Initial NORAD North American Aerospace Defense Command NOSC Network Operations Security Center NVG Night Vision Goggles NWC National War College OCSRG Officer Command Selection Record Group ODP Officer Development Program OEF Operation ENDURING FREEDOM OER Officer Effectiveness Report OES Officer Evaluation System OI Operating Instruction OIC Officer In Charge OIF Operation IRAQI FREEDOM OJT On-The-Job Training OLC Oak Leaf Cluster ONE Operation NOBLE EAGLE ONW Operation NORTHERN WATCH OPR Officer Performance Report; Office Of Primary Responsibility OPSEC Operations Security OPSTEMPO Operations Tempo OPTEMPO Operating Tempo
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ORE Operational Readiness Exercise ORI Operational Readiness Inspection OSI Office Of Special Investigation OSR Officer Selection Board OSW Operation SOUTHERN WATCH OTW Outside the wire PAFSC Primary Air Force Specialty Code PAS Personnel Accounting Symbol PCA Permanent Change of Assignment PCS Permanent Change Of Station PDS Personnel Data System PERSCO Personnel Support for Contingency Operations PERSTEMPO Personnel Tempo PFW Performance Feedback Worksheet PH Purple Heart PI Product Improvement PIF Personnel Information File PME Professional Military Education POC Point Of Contact POTUS President Of The United States POW Prisoner Of War PR Personnel Recovery PRF Promotion Recommendation Form PRISM Promotion Recommendation-In-Board Support Management PTO Preliminary Technical Order PUC Presidential Unit Citation QA Quality Assurance QOL Quality Of Life RAF Royal Air Force (UK) RASL Reserve Active Status List RegAF Regular Air Force ResAF Reserve Of The Air Force RJ Rivet Joint ROE Rules Of Engagement RON Remain Overnight ROP Record Of Performance
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RPA Remotely Piloted Aircraft SAF or SecAF Secretary Of The Air Force SAFPC Secretary of the Air Force Personnel Council SAR Search And Rescue SATCOM Satellite Communications SAV Staff Assistance Visit SDE Senior Development Education SEA Southeast Asia SECDEF Secretary Of The Defense SIPRNET Secret Internet Protocol Router Network SJA Staff Judge Advocate SMSgt Senior Master Sergeant SNCO Senior Noncommissioned Officer SNCOA Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy SNSR Senior NCOs Selection Record SOFA Status-Of-Forces Agreement SOS Squadron Officer School SPCM Special Court-Martial SQ/CC Squadron Commander (Office Symbol) SrA Senior Airman SRID Senior Rater Identification Code SS Silver Star SSB Special Selection Board SSgt Staff Sergeant SSN Social Security Number STONS Short Tons SUNT Student Undergraduate Navigator Training SWA Southwest Asia SWASM Southwest Asia Service Medal TACAN Tactical Air Navigation TACC Tanker/Airlift Control Center TAFMS Total Active Federal Military Service TCTO Time Compliance Technical Order TDY Temporary Duty TED Transfer Effective Date TIG Time-In-Grade
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TO Technical Order TR Training Report TS Top Secret TSgt Technical Sergeant U.S.C. United States Code UAV Unmanned Aerial Vehicle UCMJ Uniform Code Of Military Justice UDPU USAFCENT Decoration Processing Unit UIF Unfavorable Information File UMD Unit Manning Document UN United Nations UPRG Unit Personnel Record Group UPT Undergraduate Pilot Training UNMOVIC United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission USA United States Army USAF United States Air Force USAFCENT United States Air Forces Central USAFR United States Air Force Reserve USCENTCOM United States Central Command USCG United States Coast Guard USMC United States Marine Corps USMT Undergraduate Space And Missile Training USN United States Navy UST Undergraduate Space Training UTC Unit Type Code VIP Very Important Person VPOTUS Vice President Of The United States WAPS Weighted Airman Promotion System WCAP World Class Athlete Promote WG/CC Wing Commander (Office Symbol) WMD Weapons Of Mass Destruction WMP Weight Management Program