DAFMAN36-2806_AMCSUP — Military Awards Criteria And Procedures

DAFMAN36-2806_AMCSUP governs Air Mobility Command awards and decorations administrative guidance and mission criteria.

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• Publication number: DAFMAN36-2806_AMCSUP
• Title: MILITARY AWARDS CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES
• Date: 2025-09-17

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It establishes guidelines requiring MAJCOM recommendation or approval and announces mission criteria for the Aerial Achievement Medal and Air Medal. It also covers award nominations, required documents, and eligibility criteria for selected decorations.

Topics covered

• Foreign generals or flag officers
• Foreign military attaches
• Optional nomination documents
• Award nomination preparation
• Required nomination documents
• Distinguished Flying Cross eligibility

Questions and answers

What must demonstrate heroism for the Distinguished Flying Cross?

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

What documents may strengthen an award nomination package?

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

What form initiates, processes, and approves a valor decoration?

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

How detailed must award recommendations be?

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

How quickly must the recommendation be processed at the command?

Expedites processing, ensuring the recommendation is processed within 20 days of receipt at the command. (paragraph 2)

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