USAFAI36-2814 — Sullenberger Award For Courage

USAFAI36-2814 governs the Sullenberger Award for Courage, including its selection criteria and nomination procedures.

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  • Publication number: USAFAI36-2814
  • Title: SULLENBERGER AWARD FOR COURAGE
  • Date: 2020-05-14

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USAFAI36-2814 covers nomination packages, award selection, processing, timetables, selection announcements, and award recognition. It requires four-section nomination packages and sets criteria, deadlines, and presentation procedures.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all USAFA agencies involved with the selection and presentation of the Sullenberger Award for Courage.

Topics covered

  • Sullenberger Award for Courage
  • Nomination packages
  • Award selection criteria
  • Nomination deadlines
  • Selection board
  • Award presentation

Questions and answers

How must Sullenberger Award nomination packages be organized?

Packages should be divided into four sections. (paragraph 2)

What must the nomination package’s administrative data include?

A page with administrative data to include name, present position and duty title, prior awards and decorations, and mailing address of the nominee. (paragraph 2)

How long can the nomination narrative be?

A two-page maximum, typed narrative describing the nominee’s distinguished achievement. (paragraph 2)

Who can be nominated for the award?

Open to all AFA graduates from any class year. (paragraph 3)

When are recipients notified of the selection?

Recipients will be notified by mid-December. (paragraph 6)

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