April 11, 2023 New York Airmen awarded medals for Afghanistan evacuation Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. recognized 17 Airmen from the 105th Airlift Wing for their bravery during the August 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Oct. 24, 2022 AMC leaders to present 96 Distinguished Flying Crosses, 12 Bronze Star Medals, Gallant Unit Citation for Operation Allies Refuge AMC announced commanders will present awards and citations including the Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star Medal and Gallant Unit Citation to mobility Airmen who supported Operation Allies Refuge.
July 8, 2022 Biden awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Air Force legend Retired Brig. Gen. Wilma L. Vaught received the Presidential Medal of Freedom at the White House July 7.
Dec. 18, 2020 National Medal of Arts awarded to Air Force Band conductor The National Medal of Arts is awarded by the president of the United States to artists and arts patrons who “ … are deserving of special recognition by reason of their outstanding contributions to the excellence, growth, support, and availability of the arts in the United States.”
March 7, 2020 Gunship crew awarded 14 medals for joint SOF Afghanistan mission Lt. Gen. Jim Slife, commander of Air Force Special Operations Command, presented two Distinguished Flying Crosses with “C” device and 12 single event Air Medals with “C” device to 4th Special Operations Squadron Airmen during an awards ceremony March 2, at Hurlburt Field, for their actions in April
Feb. 18, 2020 AFIMSC engineer honored with Bronze Star Medal Capt. Shane Lockridge received the award for his performance as the director of operations and engineer adviser for Operation Freedom’s Sentinel in Kandahar, Afghanistan, from March 2018 to February 2019.
Dec. 17, 2019 Two pararescue Airmen receive Silver Star for gallant actions in Afghanistan Tech. Sgt. Gavin Fisher and Staff Sgt. Daniel Swensen were awarded the U.S. Armed Forces’ third highest military combat decoration for saving nearly 40 lives and eliminating more than 100 enemy fighters in two separate combat engagements.
Dec. 11, 2019 Oklahoma Air National Guard member receives Airman’s Medal Whittle's actions in stopping an active shooter at Louie's Grill and Bar in Oklahoma City on May 24, 2018, were read aloud by a member of Whittle's squadron at a ceremony Dec. 8.
Nov. 26, 2019 Special tactics Airman battled through injuries, presented with Silver Star Tech. Sgt. Cody Smith, a special tactics combat controller with the 26th Special Tactics Squadron, 24th Special Operations Wing was presented with the Silver Star Medal during a ceremony, Nov. 22.
Nov. 25, 2019 Special tactics chief awarded Silver Star for countering overwhelming Afghan ambush U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Chris Grove, a Special Tactics combat controller assigned as the 720th Special Tactics Group superintendent, delivered thousands of pounds of munition, securing the safety of his joint and partner forces, and now he’s receiving the Silver Star Medal.
Sept. 14, 2019 Kentucky Air Guardsman earns Air Force Cross for valor in Afghanistan Keller earned the combat award — second only to the Medal of Honor — for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States during his participation in Operation Freedom’s Sentinel.
Aug. 29, 2019 STRATCOM deputy commander presents Omaha Trophy to Whiteman AFB total-force partners First awarded in 1971, the Omaha Trophy recognizes units for year-round excellence in strategic deterrence and global strike in support of USSTRATCOM.
Aug. 12, 2019 CSAF bestows Distinguished Flying Cross on Kentucky Air Guardsman Hourigan distinguished himself by extraordinary achievement while serving as commander of a C-130 Hercules aircraft on July 15, 2016, narrowly recovering the aircraft from a potentially fatal descent following a catastrophic mechanical failure.
July 13, 2019 RAF Mildenhall maintenance officer awarded Bronze Star Since Dec. 6, 1941, men and women who served in any capacity in or with the U.S. military, have been awarded the Bronze Star Medal by distinguishing themselves through heroic or meritorious achievement or service in a combat zone.
June 4, 2019 Medal of Honor recipient John Chapman memorialized at 352nd Special Warfare Training Squadron A life-size figure of Chapman, a hand-drawn portrait and a replica of his Medal of Honor were unveiled and placed on permanent display at the Benini Heritage Center, a nationally-recognized museum that is part of the 352nd Special Warfare Training Squadron, home of the Combat Control Apprentice
May 28, 2019 Yokota AB Airman Earns Bronze Star Downrange From Sept. 27, 2017 to Sept. 26, 2018, Charles was assigned to the 438th Air Expeditionary Wing. During this time, he operated outside of the coalition-controlled airfield, where he endured 19 indirect fire rocket attacks and was exposed to a persistent threat of insider attacks.
Feb. 12, 2019 MacDill Guardsman saves life, receives Airman’s Medal Airman 1st Class Peejay Jack, a 290th Joint Communications Support Squadron vehicle maintainer with the Florida Air National Guard, was awarded the Airman’s Medal by Maj. Gen. Lenny Richoux, the Joint Enabling Capabilities Command commander, during a ceremony at MacDill AFB Feb. 9.
Nov. 29, 2018 Swedish pilots presented with US Air Medal Four Swedish air force pilots received U.S. Air Medals during a ceremony in Stockholm Nov. 28, recognizing their actions that took place over 31 years ago. Until last year the details of their mission remained classified.
Nov. 29, 2018 Sheppard AFB Airman awarded Airman's Medal for saving father, daughter from fiery crash In January 2018, on the side of U.S. 287, Maj. Justin Warner placed his well-being on the line to save two strangers whose vehicle had just flipped and caught on fire.
Oct. 31, 2018 Around the Air Force: Chapman Memorial / CSAF & CMSAF Tyndall AFB visit On this look Around the Air Force, Medal of Honor recipient Master Sgt. John Chapman is remembered and chief of staff of the Air Force and chief master sgt. of the Air Force revisit Tyndall Air Force Base. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.
July 16, 2018 Air Force awards first Remote device: Dominant persistent attack aircrew recognized The Air Force’s first-ever remote “R” device was presented to aircrews of the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing July 11, 2018 at Creech Air Force Base. Col. Julian C. Cheater, 432nd WG/432nd AEW commander, ceremoniously presented the Meritorious Service Medals and Air Force Commendation Medals
July 2, 2018 88th SFS named 2018 Verne Orr Award winner Air Force officials recently named the 88th Security Forces Squadron at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, as the winner of the 2018 Air Force Association Verne Orr Award.
May 15, 2018 24 Airmen awarded DFCs at Hurlburt Field There were 808 lives that hung in the balance as terrorists launched coordinated attacks against friendly forces. Joint special operations teams were exposed and under duress as AC-130U Spooky Gunship crews circled above, pushing the limits of gun barrels to the melting point and providing precision
May 14, 2018 2018 JINSA Grateful Nation Award nominees sought The Air Force is seeking nominations for the 2018 Jewish Institute for National Security Affairs Grateful Nation Award.
May 9, 2018 Air Force CTCS’s win DoD combat camera titles Teams from Joint Base Charleston’s Combat Camera Total Force Initiative squadrons took two of the top three placings at the 2018 Specialist Hilda I. Clayton Best Combat Camera Competition. Four teams of two from the active duty 1st Combat Camera Squadron and the reserve 4 CTCS participated in the
May 4, 2018 Reserve Airmen earn Rescue Mission of the Year award Thirty-three 920th Rescue Wing Reserve Airmen were recently honored with the 2017 Jolly Green Association Rescue Mission of the Year award for their actions July 7, 2017 in saving two German sailors stranded in the Atlantic Ocean approximately 500 miles off the coast of Florida.
March 9, 2018 Officials approve HSM for recent disaster relief, specify eligibility requirements The Joint Staff recently approved the Humanitarian Service Medal for service members, Coast Guardsmen, and members of the Reserve components, to include the National Guard, who were physically present during recent hurricane disaster relief.
Jan. 30, 2018 Reserve wing receives German Maritime Search and Rescue award For the first time in 20 years, the German Maritime Search and Rescue Service awarded the Medal of Honor on Ribbon for Rescue Missions at Sea in Gold in a special ceremony to the 920th Rescue Wing Jan. 26, 2018, at the German Martime Museum.The wing, based out of Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, was
Jan. 18, 2018 Space operator receives Airman's Medal A 20th Space Control Squadron Airman was honored with an achievement medal for his actions Jan. 10, 2018.
Jan. 8, 2018 EOD Airman receives Purple Heart More than 10 years after his injury, Tech. Sgt. Douglas Smits, 90th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal team leader, received a Purple Heart medal at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 5, 2018.
Dec. 18, 2017 Finding the way: Special tactics chief awarded Silver Star Chief Master Sgt. Michael West, 24th Special Operations Wing special tactics operator, utilized 58 coalition aircraft delivering 24,000 pounds of munitions, turning the tide of battle, and now he’s receiving the Silver Star Medal.
Oct. 24, 2017 71st Rescue Squadron brings home a win The 71st Rescue Squadron was presented the That Others May Live Foundation’s 2017 Rescue Squadron of the Year Award, Oct. 21, 2017, in Melbourne, Florida.
Oct. 23, 2017 Nominations sought for 2018 AFA Verne Orr Award Air Force officials are currently accepting nominations for the 2018 Air Force Association Verne Orr Award.
Oct. 18, 2017 SecAF awards Air Force Cross, 10 medals to Air Commandos Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson awarded ten valorous medals, including the Air Force Cross, to Air Force Special Operations Command air commandos in a ceremony, Oct. 17, 2017 held at Hurlburt Field.
July 5, 2017 Silver Star mission a lesson in teamwork Retired Lt. Col. Gregory Thornton was presented the Silver Star Medal - the third highest medal for valor in the military - in a private ceremony held at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force June 30, 2017.
March 20, 2017 From EOD Airman to Silver Star recipient Retired Master Sgt. Kristopher Parker, an explosive ordnance disposal technician, received the Silver Star medal March 17, 2017, at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas for his courageous actions while deployed to Afghanistan in May 2014.
Nov. 4, 2016 WWII bomber pilot awarded Silver Star A World War II bomber pilot has finally been given recognition for his actions during a bombing raid more than 70 years ago.
May 21, 2015 American Fighter Aces receive Congressional Gold Medal Leaders from the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate presented the Congressional Gold Medal to the American Fighter Aces Association May 20 at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center Emancipation Hall.
Nov. 6, 2014 SecAF presents first Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medals Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James presented the Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal (NDOSM) for the first time to 25 Airmen during Air Force Global Strike Command's 2014 Global Strike Challenge, Nov. 5.
Sept. 5, 2014 Security forces team awarded Combat Action Medal for fighting off base attack Thirty-nine security forces Airmen received the Air Force Combat Action Medal Sept. 2, for their actions in defending U.S., NATO, and Afghan military bases from an insurgent attack in Kabul, Afghanistan.
July 23, 2014 Three-war veteran recognized, honored nearly 60 years after service "The two most powerful warriors are patience and time." - Leo Tolstoy
June 3, 2014 President signs CAP medal into law President Barack Obama today signed into law S. 309, the bill awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to Civil Air Patrol for its service during World War II.