DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

HEADQUARTERS UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS

3000 MARINE CORPS PENTAGON
WASHINGTON, DC 20350-3000

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MARINE CORPS ORDER 165 0.29H

From: Commandant of the Marine Corps

To: Distribution List

Subj: AVIATION AWARDS

Encl : (1) Marine Corps Aviation Association (MCAA) Awards

(2) Association of · Naval Aviation (ANA) Awards
(3) American Helicopter Society (AHS) Awards
(4) Other Aviation Awards
(5) Statistical Summary

1 . Purpose. To provide a list of aviation awards , eligibility

criteria and submission procedures for award nominations .

2. Cancellation . MCO 1650.29G.

3. Summary of Revisions. Addition of two MCAA awards, four aviation

related awards and change in eligibility and submission criteria for
several existing aviation awards has necessitated a revision to the
current order.

4. Information. Enclosures (1) through (4) provide pertinent

information on aviation awards sponsored by military and civilian
agencies, including a brief history , e ligibility criteria, nomination
dates and ·selection procedures for each award . Nominations shall be
submitted in accordance with the g uidance defined in this Order.

5. Action

a. Organ izations with personnel or units that meet the criteria

contained in e nclosures (1) through (4) are encouraged to submit
nominations.

b. Nominations, plus one copy , shall be submitted via the

endorsing chain of command to Commandant of the Marine Corps
( (CMC) (Code ASM)) .

c. Nominations must be received by CMC (ASM) on or before the due

date detailed in the relevant enclosures . Modifications to due dates ,
if required , will be indicated in the annual CMC message which solicits
award nominations . Late or incomplete nominations will not normally be
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d. Individual award nomination packages shall include:

(1) a concise, comprehensive description of action(s) not to

exceed two pages;

(2) a biography of the individual;

(3) a proposed citation;

(4) two 8"x10" current color portrait photographs of the nominee

in the Service "A" uniform and three 8"x10" color or black and white
photographs of the nominee in his/her working environment; and

(5) a CD copy of each package to include photos in a high

resolution JPEG format.

e. Unit award nomination packages shall contain:

(1) a concise description of action(s) not to exceed three

pages;

(2) a unit history;

(3) a proposed citation;

(4) current photographs (including at least five 8" x 10" color

photographs appropriate to the unit's mission);

(5) supporting documentation which shall include a completed

copy of the appropriate Statistical Summary contained in enclosure (5);
and

(6) a CD copy of each package to include photos in a hi-res JPEG

format.

f. Nominations for acts of valor or notable achievements should be

submitted to the appropriate major command as soon as possible after
the event. The major command shall review the eligibility of the award
nominations from the subordinate units.

g. Each major command may submit only one nomination for each
award and must include a point of contact for each award submission.

6. Responsibilities

a. CMC. CMC (ASM) is responsible for coordinating Marine Corps

participation in all aviation award selections and those ceremonies
conducted by the Marine Corps Aviation Association (MCAA). CMC (ASM)
will publish the annual Marine Administrative Message (MARADMIN) for
MCAA awards.

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b. Director of Air Warfare. The Navy's Director of Air Warfare is

responsible for the drafting of the annual message and coordinating
aviation award selections for the Association of Naval Aviation (ANA)
awards.

c. American Helicopter Society (AHs). Nominations are solicited

via AHS membership or corporate sponsors. Additional information can
be obtained via the AHS website, www.vtol.org.

d. Local Commanders

(1) Local commanders shall provide Temporary Additional Duty

(TAD) orders and travel/per diem funding for aviation individual award
recipients incidental to participation in award ceremonies. Every
effort shall be made to ensure the presence of the award recipient(s)
at those ceremonies.

(2) Local commanders shall provide TAD orders and travel/per

diem funding for the commanding officer (or his/her designated
representative) of an award winning unit.

(3) Local commanders shall provide TAD orders and travel/per

diem funding for individuals (other than CMC representatives) who
attend presentations in an official capacity; (e.g., speakers, panel
members, etc.).

(4) Individuals, other than those described in paragraphs 6/d/1

through 3 above, who desire to attend award ceremonies, must do so at
their own expense.

(5) Local commanders are encouraged to recognize individual and

unit recipients at appropriate local ceremonies.

~t(f:.;-::f
Deputy Commandant for
Aviation

DISTRIBUTION: PCN 10202251700

Copy to: 7000110 (55)

8145005 (2)
7000099, 144/8145001 (1)

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MARINE CORPS AVIATION ASSOCIATION (MCAA) AWARDS

CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/OFFICER

NAME: ALFRED A. CUNNINGHAM AWARD

-MARINE AVIATOR OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Rolls-Royce North America, Inc.

HISTORY: Established in memory of Alfred A.

Cunningham, "The Father of Marine
Aviation". Awarded to recognize the
superior performance of the Marine Aviator
of the Year.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine Aviators, Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

Aviation in combat, research and
development, weapons employment or overall
performance in Marine Aviation. The award
covers the period from 1 January through 31
December immediately preceding the
nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/OFFICER

NAME: ROBERT GUY ROBINSON AWARD

-MARINE NAVAL FLIGHT OFFICER OF THE YEAR

AWARD SPONSOR: Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems

HISTORY: Established in memory of First Lieutenant

Robert Guy Robinson, WWI Medal of Honor
recipient and pioneer in the Naval Flight
Officer Field. Awarded to recognize the
superior performance of the Marine Naval
Flight Officer of the Year.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine Naval Flight Officers, Regular

or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

Aviation in combat, research and
development, weapons employment or overall
performance in Marine Aviation. The award
covers the period from 1 January through 31
December immediately preceding the
nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/OFFICER

NAME: EARLE HATTAWAY AWARD

-MARINE AVIATION GROUND OFFICER OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Rolls Royce North America, Inc.

HISTORY: Established in honor of Lieutenant Colonel

Hattaway whose exceptional professionalism
and technical skill as an Aircraft
Maintenance Officer earned him the
recognition as the first Marine Aviation
Ground Officer of the Year. Awarded to
recognize the superior performance of the
Marine Aviation Ground Officer of the Year.

ELIGIBILITY: Any officer serving in Marine Aviation,

Regular or Reserve to include support staff
(OlXX/02XX/04XX/6XXX/68XX/S8XX/70XX) as
well as Naval Medical Officers assigned to
Aviation units in the FMF. Officers
possessing MOS's 7SXX/S9XX/72XX/28XX are
excluded.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

Aviation in combat, research and
development, weapons employment or overall
performance in Marine Aviation. The award
covers the period from 1 January through 31
December immediately preceding the
nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/OFFICER

NAME: ROBERT F. GIBSON AWARD

-MARINE AVIATION COMMAND AND CONTROL
OFFICER OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems

HISTORY: Established in honor of Colonel Robert F.

Gibson who, during his 30 plus year career,
was responsible for the development of a
combat readiness evaluation of the Marine
Command and Control System. Awarded to
recognize the superior performance of the
Marine Aviation Command and Control Officer
of the year.

ELIGIBILITY: Any officer serving in Marine Aviation

Command and Control billet, Regular or
Reserve possessing MOS's
06XX/28XX/S9XX/72XX.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

Aviation by an officer serving in a MACCS
billet possessing the MOS's
06XX/28XX/S9XX/72XX. The award covers the
period from 1 January through 31 December
immediately preceding the nomination
period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/OFFICER

NAME: SILVER HAWK AWARD

SPONSOR: The Boeing Company

HISTORY: Established in honor of and to recognize

the active duty Marine Aviator or Naval
Flight Officer who holds the earliest Naval
Aviation designation date.

ELIGIBILITY: The active duty Marine Aviator or Marine

Naval Flight Officer with the most senior
date of designation.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The award is reserved for the officer whose
date of designation precedes that of any
other Marine Aviator or Marine Naval Flight
Officer (NFO).

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: The determination is made by CMC based on

the earliest date of designation as an
Aviator or NFO and presented at the annual
MCAA Reunion and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Nomination is not required. CMC will

maintain the precedence list of prospective
Silver Hawks.

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/ENLISTED

NAME: DANNY L. RADISH AWARD

-MARINE ENLISTED AIRCREW OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: BAE Systems, Platform Solutions

HISTORY: Established in honor of Master Gunnery

Sergeant Radish who served with honor,
distinction and heroism in Marine Aviation
for over 20 years. Awarded to recognize
the superior performance of the Marine
Enlisted Aircrew member of the year.

ELIGIBILITY: Any enlisted aircrew member from either

fixed wing, rotary wing or tiltrotor
communities, including unmanned aerial
vehicle operators, Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

Aviation by an enlisted aircrew member.
The award covers the period from 1 January
through 31 December immediately preceding
the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/ENLISTED

NAME: WILLIE D. SPROULE AWARD

-AVIATION MAINTENANCE MARINE OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Elbit Systems of America, LLC.

HISTORY: Established in honor of Master Gunnery

Sergeant Sproule who served with honor and
distinction in Marine Aviation for over 30
years. Awarded to recognize the superior
performance of the Aviation Maintenance
Marine of the year.

ELIGIBILITY: Any enlisted Marine possessing the MOS

60XX, 61XX or 62XX, Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

Aviation by an enlisted Marine serving in a
maintenance billet, MOS 60XX, 61XX, or
62XX. The award covers the period from 1
January through 31 December immediately
preceding the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/ENLISTED

NAME: KENNETH W. SOUTHCOMB AWARD

-AVIATION SUPPLY MARINE AIRCREW OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Elbit Systems of America, LLC.

HISTORY: Established in honor of Master Gunnery

Sergeant Southcomb who served with honor
and distinction in Marine Aviation for over
30 years, and in that time held every
position in aviation supply from
warehouseman to noncommissioned officer in
charge. Awarded to recognize the superior
performance of the Aviation Supply Marine
of the year.

ELIGIBILITY: Any enlisted Marine possessing the MOS

66XX, Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

aviation by an enlisted Marine possessing
the MOS 66XX, serving in an aviation supply
billet. The award covers the period from 1
January through 31 December immediately
preceding the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/ENLISTED

NAME: PAUL G. VESS AWARD

-AVIONICS MARINE OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: BAE Systems, Electronics Solutions

HISTORY: Established in honor of Master Gunnery

Sergeant Vess who served with honor and
distinction in Marine Aviation for over 30
years, and whose efforts led to improved
reliability of aircraft avionics systems.
Awarded to recognize the superior
performance of the Avionics Marine of the
year.

ELIGIBILITY: Any enlisted Marine possessing the MOS 63XX

or 64XX, Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

aviation by an Avionics Technician,
possessing the MOS 63XX or 64XX. The award
covers the period from 1 January through 31
December immediately preceding the
nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/ENLISTED

NAME: GAINES B. GILBERT AWARD

-AVIATION ORDNANCE MARINE OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Raytheon

HISTORY: Established in honor of Master Gunnery

Sergeant Gilbert who served with honor,
distinction and heroism in Marine Aviation
for 39 years. Awarded to recognize the
superior performance of the Aviation
Ordnance Marine of the year.

ELIGIBILITY: Any enlisted Marine possessing the MOS

65XX, Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

aviation by an enlisted Ordnanceman,
possessing the MOS 65XX. The award covers
the period from 1 January through 31
December immediately preceding the
nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/ENLISTED

NAME: KENNETH A. INNIS AWARD

-AVIATION COMMAND AND CONTROL MARINE OF THE
YEAR

SPONSOR: Lockheed Martin

HISTORY: Established in honor of Master Gunnery

Sergeant Innis who served with honor and
distinction in Marine Aviation as Sergeant
Major of Marine Air Support Squadron-l.
Awarded to recognize the superior
performance of the Aviation Command and
Control Marine of the year.

ELIGIBILITY: Any enlisted Marine possessing the MOS

06XX/28XX/S9XX/72XX, serving in a Marine
Aviation Command and Control billet,
Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

aviation by enlisted Marine possessing the
MOS 06XX/28XX/S9XX/72XX serving in a MACCS
billet. The award covers the period from 1
January through 31 December immediately
preceding the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/ENLISTED

NAME: JACK W. DEMMOND AWARD

-AVIATION GROUND MARINE OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Sensis Corporation

HISTORY: Established in honor of Lieutenant Colonel

Demmond who served with honor and
distinction in Marine Aviation from 1942
until his retirement in 1972. Awarded to
recognize the superior performance of the
Aviation Ground Marine of the year.

ELIGIBILITY: Any enlisted Marine serving in Marine

Aviation, to include staff support
(OIXX/02XX/04XX/58XX/68XX/70XX) as well as
enlisted members of the Naval Medical Corps
assigned to Aviation Units in the FMF,
Regular or Reserve. (MOS's
06XX/S9XX/60XX/61XX/62XX/63XX/64XX/65XX/
66XX/72XX/28XX are excluded.)

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

aviation by an enlisted Marine. The award
covers the period from 1 January through 31
December immediately preceding the
nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/ENLISTED

NAME: JAMES E. NICHOLSON AWARD

-NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER LEADERSHIP AWARD

SPONSOR: Raytheon

HISTORY: Established in honor of James Nicholson,

who was a member of the First Aeronautic
Company; the first American aviation unit
completely trained and fully equipped to be
sent overseas in World War I. He is also
known as the "Father of the Marine Corps
Aviation Association." Awarded to
recognize the superior performance of the
Noncommissioned (SNCO) or Staff
Noncommissioned Officer (SNCO) of the year.

ELIGIBILITY: Any NCO or SNCO serving in Marine Aviation,

Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most significant example of leadership

demonstrated by a NCO or SNCO Marine over
an extended period such as a deployment.
The award covers the period from 1 January
through 31 December immediately preceding
the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented .at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA!INDIVIDUAL OR UNIT

NAME: JAMES MAGUIRE AWARD

-EXCEPTIONAL ACHIEVEMENT

SPONSOR: BAE Systems, Electronic Solutions

HISTORY: Established in memory of Gunnery Sergeant

Maguire, the first enlisted Marine ordered
to the Annapolis Aviation Camp on aviation
duty. Awarded to recognize the superior
performance of the recipient of the
Exceptional Achievement Award.

ELIGIBILITY: Any Marine or unit of Marine Aviation,

Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most significant contribution to, or

professional achievement in Marine aviation
not otherwise recognized by an MCAA award.
The award covers the period from 1 January
through 31 December immediately preceding
the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/INDIVIDUAL/OFFICER/ENLISTED

NAME: THE COMMANDANT'S ACQUISITIONS TROPHY

-THE COMMANDANT'S AWARD FOR ACQUISITION
EXCELLENCE

SPONSOR: FLIR Systems, Inc.

HISTORY: Established in 2007 to recognize excellence

and superior achievement in the Acquisition
Field.

ELIGIBILITY: Any Marine, Regular or Reserve, to include

PMA serving in field.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most significant contribution to, or

professional achievement in Marine aviation
acquisition not otherwise recognized by an
MCAA national award. The award covers the
period from 1 January through 31 December
immediately preceding the nomination
period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by CMC Aviation Awards

Board and presented at the annual MCAA
Reunion and symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: ROBERT M. HANSON AWARD

-MARINE FIGHTER/ATTACK SQUADRON OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: The Boeing Company

HISTORY: Established in memory of Captain Hanson,

Marine Aviator, fighter ace, and Medal of
Honor winner, killed in World War II after
shooting down 25 enemy aircraft. Awarded
to recognize the superior performance of a
Marine fighter/attack squadron.

ELIGIBILITY: All F/A-IBA/C/D squadrons, Regular or

Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding Marine fighter/attack

squadron. The award covers the period from
1 January through 31 December immediately
preceding the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: LAWSON H. M. SANDERSON AWARD

-MARINE ATTACK SQUADRON OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: BAE Systems, Electronics, Intelligence and

Support.

HISTORY: Established in honor of Major General

Sanderson who served Marine aviation with
honor and distinction from 1917 to 1951.
Awarded to recognize the superior
performance of a Marine attack squadron.

ELIGIBILITY: All AV-SB squadrons, Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding Marine attack

squadron. The award covers the period from
1 January through 31 December immediately
preceding the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: ROYAL N. MOORE AWARD

-MARINE TACTICAL ELECTRONIC WAREFARE
SQUADRON OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems

HISTORY: Established in memory of Major General

Moore who served Marine aviation for 39
years, and is known for his actions that
directly advanced the electronic warfare
capabilities. Awarded to recognize the
most outstanding Marine electronic warfare
squadron.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine EA-6B squadrons, Regular or

Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding Marine Tactical

Electronic Warfare Squadron. The award
covers the period from l January through 3l
December immediately preceding the
nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: HENRY WILDFANG AWARD

-MARINE AERIAL REFUELER TRANSPORT SQUADRON
OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Lockheed Martin

HISTORY: Established in honor of Major Wildfang,

whose contributions as a pilot in the
Marine Transport community spanned nearly
four decades. Awarded to recognize the
superior performance of a Marine Aerial
Refueler Transport Squadron.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine KC-130 squadrons, Regular or

Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding Marine Aerial Refueler

Transport Squadron. The award covers the
period from 1 January through 31 December
immediately preceding the nomination
period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: KEITH B. MCCUTCHEON AWARD

-MARINE HEAVY HELICOPTER SQUADRON OF THE
YEAR

SPONSOR: Sikorsky Aircraft, United Technologies

Corporation

HISTORY: Established in memory of General

McCutcheon, who has consistently been in
the forefront of helicopter development in
the Marine Corps. Awarded to recognize the
superior performance of a Marine Heavy
Helicopter Squadron.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine CH-53E squadrons, Regular or

Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding Marine heavy

helicopter attack squadron. The award
covers the period from 1 January through 31
December immediately preceding the
nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: EDWARD C. DYER AWARD

-MARINE MEDIUM HELICOPTER SQUADRON OF THE
YEAR

SPONSOR: The Boeing Company

HISTORY: Established in memory of Brigadier General

Dyer who was the first commanding officer
of HMX-1. Awarded to recognize the
superior.performance of a Marine Medium
Helicopter Squadron .

ELIGIBILITY: . All Marine CH-46E and CH-53D Squadrons,

Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding Marine Medium

Helicopter squadron. The award covers the
period from 1 January through 31 December
immediately preceding the nomination
period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: FRED MCCORKLE AWARD

-MARINE MEDIUM TILTROTOR SQUADRON OF THE
YEAR

SPONSOR: Bell Boeing Team

HISTORY: Established in honor of Lieutenant General

Fred McCorkle whose leadership and
dedication contributed to the success of
the V-22 program. Awarded to recognize the
superior performance of a Marine Medium
Tiltrotor Squadron.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine MV-22 Squadrons, Regular or

Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding Marine Medium

Tiltrotor squadron. The award covers the
period from 1 January through 31 December
immediately preceding the nomination
period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation "Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: JOHN P. GIGUERE AWARD

-MARINE LIGHT ATTACK HELICOPTER SQUADRON OF
THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Bell Helicopter Textron

HISTORY: Established in honor of Captain Giguere who

together with his co-pilot was instrumental
in the rescue of a fellow pilot who crashed
on the battlefield in Grenada. Awarded to
recognize the superior performance of a
Marine Light Attack Helicopter squadron.

ELIGIBILITY: All HMLA Squadrons, Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding Marine Light Attack

Helicopter Squadron. The award covers the
period from 1 January through 31 December
immediately preceding the nomination
period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: DONALD E. DAVIS AWARD

-MARINE AVIATION LOGISTICS SQUADRON OF THE
YEAR

SPONSOR: CAE

HISTORY: Established in honor of Colonel Davis who

designed the Marine Aviation Logistics
Support Program. Awarded to recognize the
superior performance of a Marine Aviation
Logistics Squadron.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine Aviation Logistics Squadrons,

Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding Marine Aviation

Logistics Squadron. The award covers the
period from 1 January through 31 December
immediately preceding the nomination
period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: JAMES E. HATCH AWARD

-MARINE WING SUPPORT SQUADRON OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Honeywell, Inc.

HISTORY: Established in honor of Colonel Hatch, who

designed the present day Marine Wing
Support Group and Marine Wing Support
Squadron. Awarded to recognize the
.superior performance of a Marine Wing
Support Squadron.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine Wing Support Squadrons, Regular

or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding Marine Wing Support

Squadron. The award covers the period from
1 January through 31 December immediately
preceding the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: EDWARD S. FRIS AWARD

-MARINE AVIATION COMMAND AND CONTROL UNIT
OF THE YEAR

SPONSOR: Raytheon

HISTORY: Established in honor of Major General Fris

who was a pioneer in aviation command and
control and actively fostered its
development. Awarded to recognize the
superior performance of a Marine Aviation
Command and Control Unit.

ELIGIBILITY: Any unit within the Marine Air Command and

Control System, squadron or battalion,
Regular or Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding contribution to Marine

aviation by a unit within the MACCS. The
award covers the period from 1 January
through 31 December immediately preceding
the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: COMMANDANT'S AVIATION TROPHY

SPONSOR: Commandant of the Marine Corps

HISTORY: Established to recognize the outstanding

performance and accomplishments of a Marine
aviation squadron or battalion.

ELIGIBILITY: Any Marine Aviation unit, Regular or

Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The most outstanding performance and

accomplishment of all assigned tasks. The
award covers the period from 1 January
through 31 December immediately preceding
the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and Symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: MCAA/UNIT

NAME: PETE ROSS SAFETY AWARD

SPONSOR: GE Aviation

HISTORY: Established in memory of First Lieutenant

Ross who flew Corsairs in the South Pacific
from 1944-1945 and received two
Distinguished Flying Crosses. Awarded to
recognize the superior performance of a
Marine squadron compiling the best safety
record over the past year.

ELIGIBILITY: Any Marine Aviation Unit, Regular or

Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The Marine Aviation unit compiling the best
safety record over the past year. The
award covers the period from 1 January
through 31 December immediately preceding
the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards Board

and presented at the annual MCAA Reunion
and symposium.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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ASSOCIATION OF NAVAL AVIATION (ANA) AWARDS

CATEGORY: ANA/INDIVIDUAL OR UNIT

NAME: OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR

HELICOPTER AVIATION

SPONSOR: Association of Naval Aviation

HISTORY: Established to recognize superior

performance or achievement related to
flight operations of helicopters.

ELIGIBILITY: Must be a Naval Aviator, aircrew member, or

other individual, Regular or Reserve.
While individual award is preferred, group
action or achievement may be recognized in
appropriate circumstances.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The individual or unit must either:

Be assigned to duty in a helicopter
squadron or staff, or as a member of the
ship's company of a unit with embarked
helicopters, or be working on a civilian or
military program supporting helicopter
operations. The individual or unit must be
responsible for an outstanding combat or
operational action or technical
achievement. The award period covers the
calendar year immediately preceding the
nomination due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by a board consisting of

Marine, Navy, and Coast Guard
representatives and presented at the annual
ANA convention.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: 30 days prior to COMNAVAIRFOR Naval Message

"CY-XX AVIATION RELATED AWARDS TIMELINE"
and COMNAVAIRFORINST 1650.15 series due
date.

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CATEGORY: ANA/INDIVIDUAL OR UNIT

NAME: OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR FLEET

SUPPORT AND SPECIAL MISSION AVIATION

SPONSOR: Association of Naval Aviation

HISTORY: Established to recognize an individual or

unit whose specific action or achievement
relates to flight operations of fleet
support/special mission aircraft.

ELIGIBILITY: All Naval Aviators, Naval Flight Officers

or Aircrew members who are assigned to a
fleet support or special mission squadron
staff. While individual award is
preferred, group action may be recognized
by presentation of the award to the entire
unit.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The actions of the individual or unit must

clearly and dramatically demonstrate Naval
Aviation ideals of courage,
resourcefulness, perseverance, and concern
for the well being 'and freedom of the
United States. The award period covers the
calendar year immediately preceding the
nomination due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by a board consisting of

Marine, Navy, and Coast Guard
representatives and presented at the annual
ANA convention.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: 30 days prior to COMNAVAIRFOR Naval Message

"CY-XX AVIATION RELATED AWARDS TIMELINE"
and COMNAVAIRFORINST 1650.15 series due
date.

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CATEGORY: ANA/INDIVIDUAL OR UNIT

NAME: OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR TACTICAL

AVIATION

AWARD SPONSOR: Association of Naval Aviation

HISTORY: Established to recognize an individual or

unit whose specific action or achievement
is related to Marine Corps tactical fixed
wing flight operations and most clearly
demonstrates the Naval Aviation ideals of
courage, resourcefulness, perseverance and
concern for the well being of the United
States of America.

ELIGIBILITY: Must be a Naval Aviator, Naval Flight

Officer, Aircrew member, or other
individual, Regular or Reserve. While
individual award is preferred, group action
or achievement may be recognized in
appropriate circumstances.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The individual or unit must either:

Be assigned to aircraft carrier duty as a
member of a fixed wing squadron, staff or
ship's company: or, be working on a
civilian or military program supporting
fixed wing operations. The individual or
unit must be responsible for an outstanding
combat or operational action or technical
achievement during the 12-month period
while serving in one of the two capacities
above. Heroism should be given strong
consideration, but in any event the
achievement should contribute significantly
to the effectiveness of carrier aviation
capability or safety.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by a board consisting of

Marine, Navy, and USCG representatives and
presented at the annual ANA convention.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: 30 days prior to COMNAVAIRFOR Naval Message

"CY-XX AVIATION RELATED AWARDS TIMELINE"
and COMNAVAIRFORINST 1650.15 series due
date.

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CATEGORY: ANA/INDIVIDUAL

NAME: ENLISTED AVIATION MAINTENANCE AWARD

SPONSOR: Association of Naval Aviation

HISTORY: Established to recognize superior

performance of duty over at least a one-
year period.

ELIGIBILITY: Must be an E-1 through E-6 who has worked

predominantly in a Naval Aviation related
field.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The individual should have a record of

sustained performance and distinguished
himself by one of the following: developed
an idea or procedure which enhanced a task,
procedure or requirement in aviation
maintenance; initiated a design which led
to the improved operation of IMRL or GSE
gear relative to the aviation maintenance
field; or creating or recommended creation
of a better method of getting a job done by
reorganization of personnel, redesign of
working spaces or an innovation of any kind
that saved time in task completion or
achieved efficiencies compared to the
previous manner in which a function was
accomplished without sacrificing safety; or
by sheer dedication to duty,
professionalism and innovative skill,
contributed directly to measurable
improvement in the execution of the Naval
Aviation mission, enhancing safety and
readiness. The award period covers the
calendar preceding the nomination due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by a board consisting of

Marine, Navy, and Coast Guard
representatives and presented at the annual
ANA convention.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: 30 days prior to COMNAVAIRFOR Naval Message

"CY-XX AVIATION RELATED AWARDS TIMELINE"
and COMNAVAIRFORINST 1650.15 series due
date.

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CATEGORY: ANA/ IND IVIDUAL

NAME: AVIATION CHIEF PETTY OFFICER AWARD

SPONSOR: Association of Naval Aviation

HISTORY: Established to recognize superior

performance of duty over at least a one-
year period.

ELIGIBILITY: Must be an E-7 through E-9 who has worked

predominately in a Naval Aviation related
field.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The individual should have a record of

sustained performance and distinguished
himself by one of the following: developed
an idea or procedure which enhanced a task,
procedure or requirement in the aviation
maintenance field; initiated a design which
led to the improved operation of IMRL or
GSE gear relative.to the aviation
maintenance field; or creating or
recommended creation of a better method of
getting a job done by reorganization of
personne+, redesign of working spaces or an
innovation of any kind that saved time in
task completion or achieved efficiencies
compared to the previous manner in which a
function was accomplished without
sacrificing safety; or by sheer dedication
to duty, professionalism and innovative
Skill, contributed directly to measurable
improvement in the execution of the Naval
Aviation mission, enhancing safety and
readiness. The award period covers the
calendar preceding the nomination due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by a board consisting of

Marine, Navy, and Coast Guard
representatives and presented at the annual
ANA convention.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: 30 days prior to COMNAVAIRFOR Naval Message

"CY-XX AVIATION RELATED AWARDS TIMELINE"
and COMNAVAIRFORINST 1650.15 series due
date.

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CATEGORY: ANA/INDIVIDUAL OR UNIT

NAME: NAVIGATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD FOR AVIATION

SPONSOR: Association of Naval Aviation

HISTORY: Established to honor the person, officer or

enlisted, who has best demonstrated
outstanding skills and performance in the
field of navigation.

ELIGIBILITY: Must be an aircrew member, or other

individual, Regular or Reserve.
Individuals assigned to the training
command are also eligible.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The individual must be assigned as a

navigator who has contributed significantly
to the improvement of navigation training
or navigation procedures in Naval Aviation.
The award period covers the calendar year
immediately preceding the nomination due
date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by a board consisting of

Marine, Navy, and Coast Guard
representatives and presented at the annual
ANA convention.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: 30 days prior to COMNAVAIRFOR Naval Message

"CY-XX AVIATION RELATED AWARDS TIMELINE"
and COMNAVAIRFORINST 1650.15 series due
date.

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CATEGORY: ANA/INDIVIDUAL OR UNIT

NAME: OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT, MARITIME PATROL

AND RECONNAISSANCE

HISTORY: Established to recognize an individual or

unit whose specific action or achievement
relates to maritime patrol and
reconnaissance.

ELIGIBILITY: All Naval Aviators, Naval Flight Officers

or Aircrew members who are assigned to a
maritime patrol and reconnaissance squadron
staff.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The individual or unit must be responsible

for an outstanding combat or operational
action, or technical achievement. Heroism
should be given strong consideration. The
award period covers the calendar year
immediately preceding the nomination due
date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by a board consisting of

Marine, Navy, and Coast Guard
representatives and presented at the annual
ANA convention.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: 30 days prior to COMNAVAIRFOR Naval Message

"CY-XX AVIATION RELATED AWARDS TIMELINE"
and COMNAVAIRFORINST 1650.15 series due
date.

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CATEGORY: ANA/INDIVIDUAL OR UNIT

NAME: PRESIDENT GEORGE HERBERT WALKER BUSH AWARD

SPONSOR: Association of Naval Aviation

HISTORY: Established to honor President George

Herbert Walker Bush, the youngest Naval
Aviator on record. He was awarded the
Distinguished Flying Cross for combat
action, logged 1,200 flight hours, 58
combat missions and 126 carrier landings.

ELIGIBILITY: Must be a first-tour, carrier-based pilot.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The individual should best exemplify the

skill, commitment, loyalty and courage of
. America's 41 st President. The award period
covers the calendar year immediately
preceding the nomination due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by a board consisting of

Marine, Navy, and Coast Guard
representatives and presented at the annual
ANA convention.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: 30 days prior to COMNAVAIRFOR Naval Message

"CY-XX AVIATION RELATED AWARDS TIMELINE"
and COMNAVAIRFORINST 1650.15 series due
date.

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AMERICAN HELICOPTER SOCIETY (ARS) AWARDS

CATEGORY: ARS/INDIVIDUAL

NAME: DR. ALEXANDER KLEMIN AWARD

SPONSOR: American Helicopter Society

HISTORY: Established to honor the memory of the

eminent aeronautical engineer, educator,
author, and outstanding pioneer in rotary
wing aeronautics.

ELIGIBILITY: All active duty Marine helicopter

personnel.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: For notable achievement in the advancement

of rotary wing aeronautics. The award
period covers the calendar year immediately
preceding the nomination due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by the American

Helicopter Society and presented at the
annual ARS National Forum.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 5 January to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: AHS/INDIVIDUAL

NAME: CAPTAIN WILLIAM J. KOSSLER AWARD

SPONSOR: American Helicopter Society

HISTORY: Established to honor the memory of Captain

Kossler, a U.S. Coast Guard airman,
aeronautical engineer and early advocate of
helicopter operations.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine helicopter pilots.

E'or El:ie greater acnievement-rrlElie

practical application or operation of
rotary wing aircraft demonstrated by actual
service. The award covers the calendar
year immediately preceding the nomination
due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by the American

Helicopter Society and presented at the
annual AHS National Forum.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 5 January to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: ARS/INDIVIDUAL

NAME: GROVER E. BELL AWARD

SPONSOR: American Helicopter Society

HISTORY: Established to honor the memory of an early

pioneer airman by his brother in order to
foster and encourage research and
experimentation in helicopter development.

ELIGIBILITY: All active duty Marine helicopter

personnel.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: For the most outstanding contribution to

helicopter development in the United
States. The award covers the calendar year
immediately preceding the nomination due
date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by the American

Helicopter Society and presented at the
annual ARS National Forum.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 5 January to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: ARS/INDIVIDUAL

NAME: FREDERICK L. FEINBERG AWARD

SPONSOR: American Helicopter Society

HISTORY: Established to honor the memory of an

outstanding helicopter test pilot and
exemplary individual.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine helicopter pilots.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: For outstanding achievements, rescues, test

development of new aircraft or of a high
level of performance in operational flying.
The award period covers the calendar year
immediately preceding the nomination due
date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by the American

Helicopter Society and presented at the
annual ARS National Forum.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 5 January to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: AHS/INDIVIDUAL

NAME: PAUL E. HAUETER MEMORIAL AWARD

SPONSOR: American Helicopter Soc~ety

HISTORY: Established to honor an aeronautical

engineer, public servant and ARS officer
instrumental in fostering early development
of V/STOL aircraft in the U.S. .

ELIGIBILITY: All active duty Marine AV-8B personnel.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: For significant contribution toward the

development of vertical takeoff and landing
aircraft other than helicopters. The award
covers the calendar year immediately
preceding the nomination due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by the American

Helicopter Society and presented at the
annual AHS National Forum.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 5 January to CMC (ASM).

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OTHER AVIATION AWARDS

CATEGORY: OTHER AVIATION AWARDS/INDIVIDUAL

NAME: EXCEPTIONAL PILOT AWARD

SPONSOR: Order of Daedalians

HISTORY: The Awards and Scholarship Programs of

the Order and Foundation encourage
patriotism, integrity, and good
character in our nation's youth;
military careers as commissioned
pilots; saf.ety of flight, and
excellence in the performance of
military duties.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine Aviators, Regular or

Reserve. Also includes Training
Command Instructors.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: In recognition of exception deeds

performed to assure mission success,
acts of valor as an aviator, or an
extraordinary display of courage or
leadership in the air in support of air
operations. The award covers the
period from 1 January through 31
December immediately preceding
the nomination period.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection made by CMC Aviation Awards

Board and presented at the annual Order
Of Daedalians convention.
www.daedalians.org

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 February to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: OTHER AVIATION AWARDS/INDIVIDUAL

NAME: INTERNATIONAL FOREST OF FRIENDSHIP AWARD

SPONSOR: The International Forest of Friendship

History: The International Forest of Friendship

is a living, growing memorial to the
world history of aviation and aerospace.
The Forest was a gift to America on her
200th birthday in 1976 from the City of
Atchison, Kansas (the birthplace of
Amelia Earhart) .

ELIGIBILITY: Marines who have contributed, or is

contributing to all aspects of aviation
and aerospace, active or reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD*: The individual should have a record of

sustained performed and distinguished
himself by giving dedicated service,
leadership, friendship, and support to
help others achieve aviation goals;
contributed to furthering aviation; and
have made significant contributions to
the development of aviation. The award
period covers the calendar preceding the
nomination due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Subject to the nature and criteria of

the award, selection is made by a board
at HQMC AVN.**

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 15 March to CMC (ASM).

*Criteria subject to change depending upon the current year's

theme.

**Nomination and selection subject to change depending upon the

current year's theme and relation to Marine Corps Aviation.

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CATEGORY: OTHER AVIATION AWARDS/INDIVIDUAL

NAME: AVIATOR'S VALOR AWARD

SPONSOR: American Legion Post #743, NY

HISTORY: Established by the American Legion

Aviator's Post of New York City to
commemorate courageous acts performed by
military pilots in aerial flights.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine Aviators and Naval Flight

Officers, Regular and Reserve. Posthumous
awards may be made.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: For a conspicuous act of valor or courage

performed during aerial flight. May be in
combat or non-combat. The award period
covers the calendar year immediately
preceding the nomination due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by CNO from USMC, USN and

USCG nominations, subject to concurrence by
the American Legion Post #743.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 5 January to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: OTHER AVIATION AWARDS/INDIVIDUAL

NAME: COLLIER TROPHY

SPONSOR: National Aeronautic Association

HISTORY: Established by Robert Joseph Collier to

promote Aviation Safety and innovation in
aircraft safety.

ELIGIBILITY: All active duty Marine aviation personnel.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The greatest achievement in aeronautics or

astronautics in America, to improve
performance, efficiency or safety of air or
space vehicles. The award covers the
calendar year immediately preceding the
nomination due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by the Collier committee

and awarded by the National Aeronautics
Association. The President of the National
Aeronautic Association customarily makes
the presentation.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 5 January to CMC (ASM).

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CATEGORY: OTHER AVIATION AWARDS/UNIT

NAME: EXPEDITIONARY AIRFIELD (EAF) UNIT OF THE

YEAR

SPONSOR: Engineered Arresting Systems Corporation

HISTORY: Established to recognize the superior

performance of the Marine Expeditionary
Airfield Units within the Marine Wing
Support Squadrons.

ELIGIBILITY: All Marine Expeditionary Airfield Units

within the Marine Wing Support
Squadrons, Regular and Reserve.

CRITERIA AND PERIOD: The award covers the period 1 January to

31 December immediately preceding the
nomination due date.

SELECTION/PRESENTATION: Selection is made by a board consisting

of representatives from CMC (APX) and
Naval Air Systems Command (PMA-251) and
presented at the annual EAF conference.

NOMINATION DUE DATE: Due 1 March to CMC (APX).

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STATISTICAL SUMMARIES
FIXED WING SQUADRON STATISTICAL SUMMARY

UNIT:

AWARD:

SAFETY: HAZARD REPORTS

PUBLISHED SAFETY ARTICLES
NATOPS RECOMMENDATIONS
CLASS "A" MISHAPS
CLASS "B/C" MISHAPS
HOURS FLOWN SINCE LAST MAJOR ACCIDENT

FLIGHT DATA: LAST YEAR CURRENT YEAR

OPERATIONAL READINESS
FMC RATES
MC RATES
UTILIZATION RATES
TOTAL SORTIES
TOTAL HOURS
WEEKS DEPLOYED

PERSONNEL:
FIRST TERM REENLISTMENTS
RETENTION RATES
OFFICER AUGMENTATION REQUESTED
APPROVED
NON-EAS ATTRITION
OFF-DUTY EDUCATION (NUMBER ENROLLED)
GED'S COMPLETED
MCI/EXTENSION COURSES COMPLETED
MCU DISTANCE EDUCATION (ENROLLED)
MEDICAL/DENTAL READINESS

REMARKS:

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ROTARY WING/TILTROTOR SQUADRON STATISTICAL SUMMARY

UNIT:

AWARD:

SAFETY: HAZARD REPORTS

PUBLISHED SAFETY ARTICLES
NATOPS RECOMMENDATIONS
CLASS "A" MISHAPS
CLASS "B/C" MISHAPS
HOURS FLOWN SINCE LAST MAJOR ACCIDENT

FLIGHT DATA: LAST YEAR CURRENT YEAR

OPERATIONAL READINESS
FMC RATES
MC RATES
UTILIZATION RATES
TOTAL SORTIES
TOTAL HOURS
WEEKS DEPLOYED

PERSONNEL:
FIRST TERM REENLISTMENTS
RETENTION RATES
OFFICER AUGMENTATION REQUESTED
APPROVED
NON-EAS ATTRITION
OFF-DUTY EDUCATION (NUMBER ENROLLED)
GED'S COMPLETED
MCI/EXTENSION COURSES COMPLETED
MCU DISTANCE EDUCATION (ENROLLED)
MEDICAL/DENTAL READINESS

OPERATIONS:
CARGO DELIVERED (#LBS)
PASSENGERS TRANSPORTED

REMARKS:

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VMGR SQUADRON STATISTICAL SUMMARY

UNIT:

AWARD:

SAFETY: HAZARD REPORTS

PUBLISHED SAFETY ARTICLES
NATOPS RECOMMENDATIONS
CLASS "A" MISHAPS
CLASS "B/C" MISHAPS
HOURS FLOWN SINCE LAST MAJOR ACCIDENT

FLIGHT DATA: LAST YEAR CURRENT YEAR

OPERATIONAL READINESS
FMC RATES
MC RATES
UTILIZATION RATES
TOTAL SORTIES
TOTAL HOURS
WEEKS DEPLOYED

PERSONNEL:
FIRST TERM REENLISTMENTS
RETENTION RATES
OFFICER AUGMENTATION REQUESTED
APPROVED
NON-EAS ATTRITION
OFF-DUTY EDUCATION (NUMBER ENROLLED)
GED'S COMPLETED
MCI/EXTENSION COURSES COMPLETED
MCCU DISTANCE EDUCATION (ENROLLED)
MEDICAL/DENTAL READINESS

OPERATIONS:
CARGO DELIVERED (#LBS)
PASSENGERS TRANSPORTED
AERIAL REFUELING OFFLOADED
TOTAL AIRCRAFT REFUELED
RGR FUEL OFFLOADED
RGR ACFT FUELED
AIR DELIVERED CARGO
AIR DELIVERED PASSENGERS

REMARKS:

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MALS SQUADRON STATISTICAL SUMMARY

UNIT:

AWARD:

SAFETY:
PUBLISHED SAFETY ARTICLES
NATOPS RECOMMENDATIONS
CLASS "A" MISHAPS
CLASS "B/C" MISHAPS
WORKING DAYS SINCE LAST ACCIDENT
AVIATION SUPPLY:
NUMBER OF UNITS SUPPORTED
GROSS SUPPLY EFFECTIVENESS
NET SUPPLY EFFECTIVENESS
REDISTRIBUTABLE ASSETS ON BOARD PERCENT
REDISTRIBUTABLE ASSETS ON ORDER PERCENT
GROSS INVENTORY ADJUSTMENTS (12 MONTH)
AVERAGE MONTHLY DEMANDS (12 MONTH)
AVERAGE ~ ITEMS AWAITING PARTS (12 MONTH)
MAINTENANCE:
RFI RATE
AVERAGE NUMBER OF ITEMS PROCESSED/MONTH
AVERAGE TURNAROUND TIME
PERSONNEL:
FIRST TERM REENLISTMENTS
RETENTION RATES
OFFICER AUGMENTATION REQUESTED
APPROVED
NON-EAS ATTRITION
OFF-DUTY EDUCATION (NUMBER ENROLLED)
GED'S COMPLETED
MCI/EXTENSION COURSES COMPLETED
MCCU DISTANCE EDUCATION (ENROLLED)
MEDICAL/DENTAL READINESS
OPERATIONS:
OPERATIONS/EXERCISES SUPPORTED
INSPECTIONS/GRADE

REMARKS:

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MWSS SQUADRON STATISTICAL SUMMARY

UNIT:

AWARD:

SAFETY:
PUBLISHED SAFETY ARTICLES
NATOPS RECOMMENDATIONS
CLASS "A" MISHAPS
CLASS "B/C" MISHAPS
WORKING DAYS SINCE LAST ACCIDENT

EQUIPMENT READINESS PERCENTAGE:

COMMUNICATIONS
ENGINEER
MOTOR TRANSPORT
FIELD MESS EQUIPMENT
INSPECTIONS/GRADE BY BRANCH

NUMBER OF MAJOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (MORE THAN A WEEK) :

MILES DRIVEN BY MOTOR TRANSPORT
MEALS SERVED IN A TACTICAL ENVIRONMENT
MEDICAL/DENTAL READINESS
SPECIAL AWARDS

PERSONNEL:
FIRST TERM REENLISTMENTS
RETENTION RATES
OFFICER AUGMENTATION REQUESTED
APPROVED
NON-EAS ATTRITION
OFF-DUTY EDUCATION (NUMBER ENROLLED)
GED'S COMPLETED
MCI/EXTENSION COURSES COMPLETED
MCU DISTANCE EDUCATION (ENROLLED)

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EXPEDITIONARY AIRFIELD UNIT OF THE YEAR

UNIT:

AWARD:

SAFETY:
PUBLISHED SAFETY ARTICLES
NATOPS RECOMMENDATIONS
CLASS "A" MISHAPS
CLASS "B/C" MISHAPS
WORKING DAYS SINCE LAST ACCIDENT

EQUIPMENT READINESS PERCENTAGE:

AIRFIELD SURFACE
AIRFIELD LIGHTING
ARRESTING GEAR
VISUAL LANDING AIDS
COMMUNICATION
NAVAIDS
MPS UPLOAD PERCENTAGE
INSPECTION/GRADE

MAINTENANCE:
AVERAGE NUMBER OF MAINT ACTIONS PROCESSED
AVERAGE NUMBER OF ITEMS AWAITING PARTS
AVERAGE TURNAROUND TIME
GROSS INVENTORY ADJUSTMENTS (12 MONTH)
AVERAGE QUARTERLY FUNDNG OBLIGATION RATE
NUMBER OF EAF PROJECTS

PERSONNEL:
FIRST TERM REENLISTMENTS
RETENTION RATES
OFFICER AUGMENTATION REQUESTED
APPROVED
NON-EAS ATTRITION
OFF-DUTY EDUCATION (NUMBER ENROLLED)
GED'S COMPLETED
MCI/EXTENSION COURSES COMPLETED
MCCU DISTANCE EDUCATION (ENROLLED)
MEDICAL/DENTAL READINESS

OPERATIONS:
OPERATIONS/EXERCISES SUPPORTED
INSPECTIONS/GRADE

REMARKS:

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