Arkansas National Guard Exceptional Service
The Arkansas National Guard Exceptional Service Ribbon honors Arkansas National Guard personnel who have carried out their service with a high degree of excellence and effectiveness.
Arizona National Guard Airman of the Year
The Arizona National Guard Airman of the Year Ribbon honors a member of the Arizona Air National Guard whose performance distinguishes him or herself from peers.
Air Force Training
Established on October 12, 1980, the Air Force Training Ribbon honors members of the United States Air Force who successfully complete their initial accession training. The completion of technical training or career development courses does not warrant award of the ribbon.
Air Force Recruiter
The Air Force Recruiter Ribbon was established on June 21, 2000 to honor members of the United States Air Force who distinguish themselves in recruitment duties.
Air Force Recognition
Established on October 12, 1980, the Air Force Recognition Medal is awarded to members of the United States Air Force who have received special trophies for exceptional achievements or comportment that are not wearable.
Air Force Presidential Unit Citation
Established on February 6, 1942, the Air Force Presidential Unit Citation recognizes acts of heroism or unusually excellent conduct by operating units of the United States Army of a nature that would warrant the Distinguished Service Cross if performed individually and that sets them apart from other units.
Air Force Overseas Ribbon Short Tour
Established in 1980, the Air Force Overseas Ribbon is awarded to members of the United States Air Force or Air Force Reserve who complete a qualifying tour overseas. The tour must be two or more years long to merit the Long Tour award; the Short Tour Award is granted for terms totaling at least 300 days within a single 18-month span.
Air Force Overseas Ribbon Long Tour
Established in 1980, the Air Force Overseas Ribbon is awarded to members of the United States Air Force or Air Force Reserve who complete a qualifying tour overseas. The tour must be two or more years long to merit the Long Tour award; the Short Tour Award is granted for terms totaling at least 300 days within a single 18-month span.
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
Established in 1954, the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award honors units of the United States Air Force that demonstrate outstanding service or achievement in combat or other operations against hostile forces. Units of the Air Force Reserve and the Air National Guard are also eligible, as are members of other military branches who carry out service with an Air Force unit. The Outstanding Unit award is the Air Force’s second highest unit award, behind only the Meritorious Unit award.
Air Force Organizational Excellence Award
Established on August 26, 1969, the Air Force Organizational Excellence Award honors organizations or events within the Air Force that have demonstrated particular excellence.