AETCI36-2809 — The Aetc Order Of The Sword

AETCI36-2809 governs the AETC Order of the Sword and procedures for nominating and selecting outstanding leaders for induction.

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  • Publication number: AETCI36-2809
  • Title: THE AETC ORDER OF THE SWORD
  • Date: 2018-12-06

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The publication establishes the Order of the Sword, its committee, the master sword, and the induction process. It requires specific nomination routing and format, prohibits attachments or additional endorsements, and requires a three-fourths affirmative committee vote for approval.

Applies to: This publication applies to the AETC Air National Guard and AETC Air Force Reserve Command units only upon mobilization.

Topics covered

  • AETC Order of the Sword
  • Master sword
  • Nomination procedures
  • Selection vote
  • Induction ceremony
  • Order of the Sword Committee

Questions and answers

Who can nominate someone for the AETC Order of the Sword?

Any enlisted person or group of enlisted personnel in AETC may nominate any individual for induction into the AETC Order of the Sword. (paragraph 4)

How must Order of the Sword nominations be submitted?

Submit the nominations in bullet format with a cover memorandum through the Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant and applicable AU, AFRS, 2 AF, 19 AF, 59 MDW or 502 ABW Command Chief Master Sergeant to the AETC Command Chief Master Sergeant. (paragraph 4)

Are attachments or additional endorsements allowed with a nomination?

Attachments or additional endorsements are not authorized. (paragraph 4)

What vote is required to approve a nomination?

A three-fourths affirmative vote of the committee is required for approval. (paragraph 4)

How are nominating personnel notified of the committee's decision?

The AETC Command Chief Master Sergeant will notify the nominating person (or group), by memorandum, of the committee’s approval or disapproval. (paragraph 4)

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