4AFI36-2801 governs annual organizational awards recognizing outstanding Fourth Air Force wings and groups.
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It covers the Raincross Trophy, Aircrew Excellence Award, maintenance excellence, mission support group excellence, and medical excellence. It sets eligibility, award periods, nomination procedures, evaluation criteria, submission limits, and presentation requirements.
Applies to: It applies to all wings/groups assigned to Fourth Air Force.
All Fourth Air Force wings/groups are eligible for this award and are expected to submit a nomination package. (paragraph 2)
The Raincross Trophy Award period is from 1 October to 30 September each year unless otherwise specified by the 4 AF/CC. (paragraph 2)
The nomination letter is limited to two pages, with one-inch margins and 12 point, Times New Roman font. (paragraph 4)
When an organization earns the CMSgt James K. Clouse Trophy for Maintenance Excellence, that unit is not eligible in the following year for the award. (paragraph 4)
Submissions are limited to 35 lines (including nomination category headings). (paragraph 4)