DAFMAN36-2806_ACCSUP — Military Awards Criteria And Procedures

DAFMAN36-2806_ACCSUP governs criteria and processing procedures for Department of the Air Force awards and decorations.

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  • Publication number: DAFMAN36-2806_ACCSUP
  • Title: MILITARY AWARDS CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES
  • Date: 2026-03-05

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DAFMAN36-2806_ACCSUP provides guidance on unit awards, special trophies, and command awards throughout HQ Air Combat Command. It includes Distinguished Flying Cross eligibility criteria and award nomination requirements, including required and optional supporting documents.

Applies to: This supplement applies to uniformed members of the United States Space Force, the Regular Air Force, the Air Force Reserve, and the Air National Guard that falls under ACC.

Topics covered

  • Foreign generals or flag officers in equivalent U
  • Foreign military attaches
  • Optional award nomination documents
  • Award nomination preparation
  • Required award nomination documents

Questions and answers

What level of action is required for Distinguished Flying Cross heroism?

The performance of the act of heroism must be evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty. (paragraph 3)

Can foreign military members receive the Distinguished Flying Cross?

The medal may be awarded to foreign military members in grades equivalent to U.S. pay grade of O-6 and below, in actual combat in support of operations. (paragraph 3)

What form starts a valor decoration nomination?

The DAF Form 3994 is used to initiate, process, and approve a valor decoration. (paragraph 1-2)

What must award recommendations contain?

Recommendations must be appropriately justified and sufficiently detailed. (paragraph 3)

What optional documents can strengthen an award nomination package?

To strengthen the nomination, the following documents may be included in an award nomination package. (paragraph 1-2)

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