AETCI36-2801 — Aetc Recognition Program

AETCI36-2801 governs the HQ AETC Recognition Program, including awards programs, roles, and suspense dates.

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  • Publication number: AETCI36-2801
  • Title: AETC RECOGNITION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2025-09-26

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It describes the program’s purpose, identifies award programs and offices of primary responsibility, and defines nomination and board processes. It requires award packages and supporting documents to be submitted by established suspense dates.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all Air Education and Training Command (AETC) civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force and the Regular Space Force.

Topics covered

  • HQ AETC recognition program
  • Special Trophies and Awards Program
  • Award program offices of primary responsibility
  • Nomination processes
  • Board member rotation schedules
  • Functional award creation
  • Award submission suspense dates

Questions and answers

What is the purpose of the HQ AETC Recognition Program?

The purpose of this program is to recognize individual and group outstanding performance, stimulate competition, increase mission effectiveness, emphasize individual and organizational teamwork award programs, improve morale, and sustain AETC's commitment to excellence. (paragraph 1)

Where are HQ AETC award programs identified?

Tables identifying award programs managed by HQ AETC Directorates, Chiefs of Special Staff (CSS), 2 AF, 19 AF, AFAC, and AU are included at Attachment 2. (paragraph 2)

Who manages the Special Trophies and Awards Program for AETC?

Manages and implements the Special Trophies and Awards (ST&A) Program for AETC. (paragraph 3)

How often is the board member rotation schedule published?

Annually, develops and publishes a monthly board member rotation schedule for Directorates and CSSs. (paragraph 3)

How are nominations solicited for the Special Trophies and Awards Program?

Uses the Task Management Tool (ETMS2) to solicit nominations from AETC Wings, NAFs, AU, AFAC, DRUs, Directorates and CSSs. (paragraph 3)

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