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AFH 1 · Chapter 8 · Section 8.23

Special Trophies and Awards

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Special Trophies and Awards

What These Programs Are

The USAF sponsors various special trophies and awards programs.

Unique Nomination Process

Commander Nomination Required
Special trophies and awards are unique in that the commanders of major commands, field operating agencies, and direct reporting units must nominate individuals to compete for these awards.

In most cases, commanders submit nominations annually. The competition among the nominees is keen.

Nomination Itself Is Recognition

Nomination as Recognition
The commander's nomination alone serves as meaningful recognition because nomination places the individual in competition with the best in the USAF or the nation.

Two Examples

Two examples of special trophies and awards are:

  • 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year Award
  • Lance P. Sijan Award

Reference

DAFMAN 36-2806 lists various special trophies and awards programs.

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