Awards and decorations of the Civil Air Patrol
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Awards and decorations of the Civil Air Patrol are decorations issued by the Civil Air Patrol of the United States of America for a variety of accomplishment. Such awards are considered civilian decorations and generally speaking may only be worn and displayed on a uniform of the Civil Air Patrol. An exception to this rule applies to AFROTC and AFJROTC cadets, and also cadets of some other community-based cadet programs who have also participated in CAP. AFROTC cadets may wear all cadet milestone award ribbons with the exception of the Eaker and Wright Brothers Awards. AFJROTC cadets may wear the Curry Achievement ribbon in addition to all cadet milestone award ribbons with the exception of the Wright Brothers Award. CAP members may wear up to three JROTC/ROTC ribbons, if they are currently enrolled, and also federal military ribbons on their CAP uniforms.
[edit] Awards of Valor
These awards may be given to all members Civil Air Patrol.
[edit] Silver Medal of Valor
Medal of Valor
The Silver Medal of Valor is the highest decoration that can be awarded to members of the Civil Air Patrol. The Medal of Valor is awarded to active Civil Air Patrol members for "distinguished and conspicuous heroic action, at the risk of life, above and beyond the call of normal duty." The presentation of this decoration must be authorized by the Civil Air Patrol's National Executive Committee.
[edit] Bronze Medal of Valor
Medal of Valor
The Bronze Medal of Valor is the second highest decoration that can be awarded to members of the Civil Air Patrol. The Bronze Medal of Valor is awarded to an active Civil Air Patrol member for "distinguished and conspicuous heroic action where danger to self is probable and known". The Chairman of the National Awards Review Board is authorized to approve this medal for the National Executive Committee.
[edit] Certificate of Recognition for Lifesaving
The Certificate of Recognition for Lifesaving is awarded to members who save a human life, but do not meet the criteria for the Bronze or Silver Medal of Valor. Members who are credited with a save as a result of participation in a blood or organ transport mission will be awarded the basic ribbon. A silver star will be attached to the ribbon in recognition of lifesaving actions other than blood or organ transport.
Any member may nominate deserving Cadets or Senior Members and the award. However, awards for commanders must be initiated at a higher command level. The nomination must be approved by the CAP Wing Commander.
[edit] Emergency Services Ribbons
[edit] Rescue "Find" Ribbon
The Rescue Find Ribbon is awarded to any CAP member by his or her wing commander for making a find (distress or nondistress) on a search and rescue mission. A distress find involves a downed aircraft or persons in distress. Normally, a definite search objective must have been assigned, located, and positively identified. Other finds are classified as nondistress; such as locating a nondistress emergency locator transmitter. The basic ribbon is awarded for a first find (distress or nondistress). A bronze clasp is awarded for each additional distress find or for each additional 20 nondistress finds. Both aircrew and ground team members may receive credit for finds. The "Find" Ribbon may also be painted on the aircraft in which the find was made.
- Finds for the United States Coast Guard. Exceptions to the above criteria may be made for finds accomplished during missions conducted in concert with the USCG or USCG Auxiliary. The bulk of this joint effort consists of CAP flying patrol missions commonly referred to as a “sundown patrol.” When a CAP member or crew locates a boat or persons in distress and is instrumental in their discovery, credit for a distress find may be granted and a “find” ribbon awarded, provided the effort is classified as an assist by the USCG.
- Finds by Aircrew Members. In case of a search and rescue find by aircraft, a ribbon will be awarded to all crew members. A bronze three-bladed propeller device is also worn on the ribbon for finds as aircrew members. This applies to both “find and rescue” operations and “find and report” operations. For example, when the search objective is sighted, rescue by aircraft may be impossible so the crew reports the find by relaying the information to an official ground station.
- Finds by Ground Personnel. If the find is made by search and rescue ground teams, the ribbon will be awarded to all members of the team which locates the objective. Ground personnel are not awarded the propeller clasp.
- Combined Participation. Members who earn the ribbon as aircrew are identified by the bronze propeller attached to the ribbon. If the same individual earn a clasp as a ground member who makes a find, they are authorized to attach the clasp to the same ribbon with the bronze propeller. This also applies to the individual who initially earns the Search “Find” Ribbon as a member of a ground search party and at some later date makes a find as an aircrew member. The member is then authorized to attach the bronze propeller to the ribbon.
[edit] Air Search and Rescue Ribbon
The Air Search and Rescue Ribbon is awarded to members who actively participate in at least 10 search and rescue sorties, with a bronze clasp awarded for each additional 10 sorties. All sorties must be in support of an actual search and rescue mission authorized through appropriate authorities.
- Aircrew Members. A bronze three-bladed propeller device will be worn centered on Air Search and Rescue Ribbons earned as aircrew members. Credit will be given for participation in flights as either pilot or observer.
- Ground Personnel. Credit given will be computed on the basis of time spent on a mission and the nature of the duties performed.
- Ground personnel performing hazardous duties, such as ground rescue or ground search, may be credited with one sortie for each 4 hours of actual participation, not to exceed three sorties in any 24-hour period.
- Ground personnel performing non-hazardous duties, such as base support or staff functions, may be credited with one sortie for each 8 hours of participation, not to exceed two sorties for any 24-hour period.
- Combined Participation. Members who earn the Air Search and Rescue Ribbon as an aircrew member are identified by attaching a bronze propeller to the ribbon. If the same individual earn clasps as a ground member of searches or missions, they are authorized to attach the clasps to the same ribbon with the bronze propeller. This also applies to the individual who initially earned the Air Search and Rescue Ribbon as a member of a ground search party and later participates in enough searches as an aircrew member. Additional clasps are placed so that the ribbon will have a balanced appearance, with bronze propeller(s) in the middle of the ribbon. A silver clasp is used in place of five bronze clasps for member who have participated in fifty additional sorties.
[edit] Counterdrug Ribbon
The Counterdrug Ribbon is awarded to Senior Members for participation in 10 counterdrug sorties. A bronze clasp is awarded for each additional 10 sorties, and replaced by a silver clasp after 50 additional sorties. Cadets are prohibited from participating in Counterdrug operations.
Although similar in appearance, this award is not to be confused with the Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal.
[edit] Disaster Relief Ribbon
The Disaster Relief Ribbon is awarded for participation in five disaster relief missions and completion of two designated disaster relief training courses. The ribbon may also be awarded for completion of one disaster relief course and 40 hours of disaster relief training or operations. Participation must be verified by the on-scene commander.
The Disaster Relief Ribbon may be awarded with a Bronze "V" device to any CAP member who participates as a CAP member in a disaster relief effort for a Presidential declared disaster. Participation in any Presidential declared disaster since 1990 qualifies.
[edit] Member Recognition Awards
[edit] Distinguished Service Medal
Awarded to Officers or Cadets for the performance of outstanding service in a duty of great responsibility where the position held and results obtained reflect upon the accomplishments and prestige of Civil Air Patrol on a national scale. Recognition should be for an extremely difficult duty of marked national significance which is performed in a clearly outstanding manner or service which clearly aided Civil Air Patrol in furthering national polices.
The Distinguished Service Medal is the highest award for service given by the Civil Air Patrol. Any member may nominate deserving Cadets or Officers and the award, except that awards concerning commanders must be initiated at a higher command level. The nomination must be approved by the CAP National Headquarters.
[edit] Exceptional Service Award
Awarded to Officers or Cadets for outstanding service to CAP in a duty of great responsibility while serving in any capacity with CAP. However, the duty should carry the ultimate responsibility for the successful operation of a region, wing, or major project within the region or wing. The discharge of such duty must involve the acceptance and fulfillment of the obligation so as to greatly benefit the wing or region and CAP.
Any member may nominate deserving Cadets or Officers and the award, except that awards concerning commanders must be initiated at a higher command level. The nomination must be approved by the Region Commander.
[edit] Meritorious Service Award
Awarded to Officers or Cadets for outstanding achievement or meritorious service rendered specifically on behalf of CAP. Superior performance of normal duties does not, in itself, constitute automatic justification for the Meritorious Service Award. Awards should be restricted to the recognition of achievements and services which are clearly outstanding and unmistakably exceptional when compared to similar achievements and accomplishments of personnel of like rank and responsibilities. In instances where many individuals are affiliated with an exceptionally successful program, project, or mission, the Meritorious Service Award should be awarded to the relatively few individuals whose contributions clearly stand out from the others and who have contributed most to the success of the program.
Any member may nominate deserving Cadets or Officers and the award, except that awards concerning commanders must be initiated at a higher command level. The nomination must be approved by the Region Commander.
[edit] Commander's Commendation Award
Awarded to Officers or Cadets for outstanding duty performance where achievements and services are clearly and unmistakably exceptional when compared to similar achievements and service of members of like rank and responsibility. In instances where several members are affiliated with an exceptionally successful program, project or mission, the Commander’s Commendation Award will be awarded only to those who clearly stand out from the others and who contributed most to the success of the program. A silver star is added to denote a Commanders' Commendation given by the Civil Air Patrol National Commander. The Exceptional Service Award and the Meritorious Service Award differ from the Commanders’ Commendation Award in that they recognize achievements and services significantly above and beyond normal duty performance.
Any member may nominate deserving Cadets or Officers and the award, except that awards concerning commanders must be initiated at a higher command level. The nomination must be approved by the CAP Wing Commander.
[edit] Achievement Award
The Achievement Award is given when the circumstances of the performance are above and beyond those of the member’s peers, but are not sufficient enough to warrant a Commendation Medal which is awarded for higher service. The intent of this award is to empower Wings and Group commanders with the ability to recommend and present achievement awards locally..
Any member may nominate a deserving member for the award, except that awards concerning commanders must be initiated at a higher command level. The nomination for members of local squadrons must be approved by a group commander, or wing commander in wings without groups.
The achievement award was approved in August 2008 by CAP's national board. Guidelines for issue, as well as certificates and ribbons, are forthcoming.
- National Commander's Unit Citation Award
Presented to any CAP unit that has performed some act or service above and beyond the normal call of duty that the National Commander determines warrants special recognition. The National Board approved the establishment of a National Commander’s Unit Citation Award at the March 2007 National Board.
Mar 06 National Board Minutes (pg 11)
Not to be confused with US Navy/Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal.
[edit] Unit Citation Award
Exceptionally meritorious service or exceptionally outstanding achievement which clearly sets the unit above and apart from similar units:
(1) Recognition of meritorious service should cover a period of at least 12 months in order to permit the recommending authority to consider simultaneously units with related missions, compare all the units within their wing or region, and select the truly outstanding unit meriting the award.
(2) Recognition of outstanding achievements intended to recognize a single specific act or notable accomplishment that is separate and distinct from the normal mission or regular function of the unit. The period of an outstanding achievement is normally short and characterized by definite beginning and ending dates.
[edit] National Commander's Citation
The National Commander's Citation is to the Senior program what the Falcon was to the Cadet Program. After earning the Wilson, a member could complete Air War College (And some other requirements) and earn this award. The ribbon looks like the Wilson upside down, but after looking at the original ribbons you will understand the color pattern. Additional information can be found at http://www.dafab.us/CAPCode/CAPRibbons.htm
[edit] Frank E. Borman Falcon Award
The Frank E. Borman Falcon Award was awarded to former Cadets who completed the Spaatz Award and who took subsequent steps to become dynamic Americans and aerospace leaders. Specifically, 1) secured admission to any military service academy and successfully completed the second year of instruction, 2) Secured admission to advanced ROTC program of any service in an accredited college of university, or 3) Become an active Senior Member of CAP for at least one year and be recommended by the unit Commander.
This award was unique in that it is specifically authorized for award to non-CAP members: former Spaatz cadets who qualified based on their military training were encouraged to apply to Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters for the Falcon Award, even if they were no longer CAP members.
The Falcon Award was discontinued in 1979. Senior Members who were awarded the Falcon Award may continue to wear it as their highest cadet award with their other ribbons. Also, any Senior Member who was previously a CAP Cadet is authorized to wear the highest Cadet achievement award.
Chronology of the Falcon Award
[edit] Service Awards
[edit] Command Service Ribbon
Awarded to Senior Members who have served at least 1 year continuous service as commander — squadron, group, wing, etc. The basic ribbon is awarded for service as a squadron commander. A bronze star is added to denote service as group commander, a silver star for wing commander, and a gold star for region commander service. Two gold stars will be used to denote service as National Commander. Only one level of command may be shown on the ribbon.
[edit] Red Service Ribbon
The Red Service Ribbon is given to any member of the Civil Air Patrol who has been a member of the program for two years (as a cadet or Senior Member in good standing.) In addition, the following devices are awarded for additional years of service.
- - A first Bronze Clasp is awarded at the end of 3 additional years (total of 5 years).
- - Additional Bronze Clasps are awarded for each additional 5 years of service. A maximum of three bronze clasps (denoting 15 years of service) will be worn.
- - Longevity Devices, A metal number, denoting years of service, awarded at the end of 20 years and in increments of 5 years thereafter. The longevity device is worn centered on the red service ribbon and the bronze clasps are no longer worn.
[edit] Community Service Award
The Community Service Ribbon is awarded to senior members and cadets who complete 60 hours of community service. The community service is done outside of Civil Air Patrol, and is verified by somebody other than the member. Civil Air Patrol headquarters has now authorized the wear of a bronze device for every additional 60 hours of community service. [1]
[edit] Cadet Advisory Council Ribbon
The Cadet Advisory Council Ribbon is awarded to the primary members of an advisory council. A shoulder cord is worn while that member is the primary representative, while the ribbon continues to be worn even after the cadet is no longer on the CAC. The wear policy for the Cadet Advisory Council Ribbon was changed in 2007 to allow senior members who earned this ribbon as a cadet to continue wearing the ribbon with the appropriate clasp.
- GROUP LEVEL: The basic ribbon with no attachments and worn with a green shoulder cord.
- WING LEVEL: The ribbon would have a bronze star attachment and worn with a red shoulder cord.
- REGION LEVEL: The ribbon would have a silver star and would be worn with a blue shoulder cord.
- NATIONAL LEVEL: The ribbon would have a gold star attached along with a gold shoulder cord.
[edit] Programs Ribbons
These ribbons are awarded to members for participating in or providing leadership for National Cadet Special Activities.
[edit] Encampment Ribbon
The Encampment Ribbon is awarded to all cadets who complete a Civil Air Patrol Encampment successfully. It is also awarded to cadet staff members and officers who provide leadership for the encampment. Multiple encampments are symbolized with bronze clasps, one per additional encampment and worn centered on the encampment ribbon. Cadet encampments, usually a week in length, provide cadets with an intense look at military life. Encampment attendance is a prerequisite for the Gen. Billy Mitchell Award. Senior members may also be awarded the ribbon for providing leadership at CAP encampments.
[edit] Cadet Special Activities Ribbon
Awarded to cadets and officers who participate in National Cadet Special Activities. Officer participants must be identified by the Civil Air Patrol project officer and approved by the member’s region commander. Each subsequent activity is represented by a bronze star affixed to the basic ribbon. Cadets earning this ribbon may continue to wear the ribbon as a Senior Member.
[edit] National Cadet Competition Ribbon
Awarded to cadets for participation as a team member in the National Cadet Competition. The basic ribbon will be worn by the winner of the wing competition and/or cadets selected to represent the wing at a region competition. A bronze star will be affixed for the winners of the region competition, and a silver star will be worn by the sweepstakes winners of the national competition. Repetitive awards may be recognized by wearing additional stars in the appropriate competition level. Officers who earned this ribbon as a cadet may continue to wear the ribbon. In November 1998, CAP's National Executive Committee approved an addendum to the regulation governing the wear of this ribbon; it authorizes Officers who acted as official escorts to the above mentioned championship teams to also wear the ribbon. This addendum will be incorporated into the next draft of the regulation.
[edit] National Cadet Color Guard Competition Ribbon
Awarded to cadets for participation as a team member in the National Color Guard Competition. The basic ribbon will be worn by the winner of the wing competition and/or cadets selected to represent the wing at a region competition. A bronze star will be affixed for the winners of the region competition, and a silver star will be worn by the sweepstakes winner of the national competition. Repetitive awards may be recognized by wearing additional stars in the appropriate competition level.In November 1998, CAP's National Executive Committee approved an addendum to the regulation governing the wear of this ribbon; it authorizes Officers who acted as official escorts to the above mentioned championship teams to also wear the ribbon. This addendum will be incorporated into the next draft of the regulation. Senior Members who earned this ribbon as a cadet may continue to wear the ribbon.
[edit] International Air Cadet Exchange Ribbon
Awarded to cadets and officer escorts participating in the International Air Cadet Exchange (IACE) outside the continental limits of the United States. IACE is a program open to Cadets 17 or older who have earned the Earhart Award (Cadet Captains and above) to visit participating foreign countries.
[edit] Senior Member achievement awards
These awards are given to Senior Members, and often accompany advancements in grade.
[edit] Gill Robb Wilson Award (Level V)
The Gill Robb Wilson Award is presented to Senior Members who complete Level V of the Senior Member Professional Development Program. The award is issued directly from National Headquarters. This is the highest award in the Senior Member Professional Development Program.
Members who complete Air Command and Staff College are authorized to wear a bronze star on the Gill Robb Wilson Award ribbon. Members who complete Air War College are authorized to wear a silver star on the Gill Robb Wilson Award ribbon. The silver star replaces the bronze star. Only one device is worn on the ribbon.
[edit] Paul E. Garber Award (Level IV)
The Paul E. Garber Award is presented to Senior Members who complete Level IV of the Senior Member Professional Development Program. The award is issued directly from National Headquarters. The Garber Award is a prerequisite for consideration for duty performance promotion to Lieutenant Colonel in Civil Air Patrol.
Members who complete Squadron Officer School are authorized to wear a bronze star on the Garber Award ribbon.
[edit] Grover Loening Award (Level III)
The Grover Loening Award is presented to Senior Members who complete Level III of the Senior Member Professional Development Program. The award is issued directly from National Headquarters. The Loening Award is a prerequisite for consideration for duty performance promotion to Major in Civil Air Patrol.
[edit] Benjamin O. Davis, Jr. Award (Level II)
Awarded to Senior Members who complete the requisite training and obtain a Technician Rating in any specialty track, IAW with the Senior Member Professional Development Program. Members obtaining a Senior Rating are authorized to wear a bronze star on the Leadership Award ribbon, and a silver star for a Master Rating. A maximum of three silver star attachments may be worn in recognition of each master rating earned. This award was formerly known as the Leadership Award, but was formally changed to the Benjamin O. Davis, Jr. Award in 2006 in recognition of a pioneering military officer. Davis was the leader of the fabled Tuskegee Airmen during World War II and the first African American to become a General in the Air Force.
[edit] Membership Award (Level I)
Awarded to Senior Members who successfully complete the Level I CAP Orientation Course. Completion of Level 1 is a prerequisite for participation in most areas of the CAP mission and for duty performance promotion to Second Lieutenant in the CAP.
[edit] Cadet achievement awards
These awards are given to cadets who pass their unit tests, and also accompany an advancement in grade. Cadets who become Senior Members may wear only their highest ranking cadet achievement ribbon on their senior member uniform.
[edit] General Carl A. Spaatz Award
The General Carl A. Spaatz Award is the highest award in the Civil Air Patrol cadet program. The award honors General Carl A. Spaatz, who was the first Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force and the second National Commander of the Civil Air Patrol.
The Spaatz Award may be awarded to cadets who "successfully complete all phases of the CAP cadet program and the General Carl A. Spaatz Award examination" consisting of a comprehensive leadership and aerospace education written examination, a graded essay and a physical fitness test. The Spaatz Award is arguably the most difficult honor to earn in the CAP cadet program. Only .5% of CAP cadets ever earn the Spaatz award.
Cadets earning Spaatz Award are also promoted to Cadet Colonel, the highest grade obtainable in the cadet program. Upon reaching the age of 21, Cadet Colonels are eligible to transfer to the Civil Air Patrol Officer program with appointment to the grade of Captain. Cadet Colonels who voluntarily transfer to the Officer program between the ages of 18 and 21 receive the grade Senior Flight Officer.
By regulation, this award should be presented by a military or CAP general officer, governor, congressman, federal judge, or a cabinet-level official.
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[edit] General Ira C. Eaker Award
The General Ira C. Eaker Award is given by the Civil Air Patrol in honor of the former Deputy Commander U.S. Army Air Forces and aviation pioneer. It is presented on behalf of CAP by CAP National Headquarters to cadets who have completed the specific requirements in the Phase IV of the cadet program. The award is accompanied by promotion to the grade of Cadet Lieutenant Colonel.
By regulation, this award should be presented by a region commander (or designee) or higher, a governor, congressman, federal judge, official appointed to a federal office, or a military officer in the rank of colonel (or the equivalent) or above.
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[edit] Amelia Earhart Award
The Amelia Earhart Award is a cadet achievement of the Civil Air Patrol presented in honor of Amelia Earhart, pioneering aviatrix and aviation record-setter. This award is presented on behalf of CAP National Headquarters to denote the successful completion of the specific requirements in Phase III of this program. Cadets receiving the Earhart Award are promoted to Cadet Captain.By regulation, this award should be presented by a wing commander (or designee) or higher, an official appointed to a state or federal office, or a state legislator or state judge.
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[edit] General Billy Mitchell Award
The General Billy Mitchell Award is earned by Civil Air Patrol cadets who have successfully completed the second phase of the cadet program. It marks the end of the enlisted phase of the cadet program; cadets are promoted to Cadet Second Lieutenants upon receipt and, by extension, Cadet Officers. The award is given in honor of Maj Gen William "Billy" Mitchell, former Deputy Chief of the Army Air Service and military aviation visionary.
In order to earn this award, cadets must pass a series of leadership, aerospace and physical fitness tests and attend moral leadership training for each achievement from Cadet Airman Basic through Cadet Chief Master Sergeant. In addition, cadets must attend a military-style encampment before this award is made, and have maintained active membership in the Civil Air Patrol for at least 18 months since joining. 15% of Civil Air Patrol cadets achieve the Mitchell Award.
Mitchell Cadets who chose to enlist in the United States Air Force or the United States Coast Guard are promoted to E-3 upon enlistment and completion of Basic Military Training (BMT), instead of E-1. Mitchell Cadets who enlist in the Marine Corps, Navy, or Army are promoted to E-2 upon completion of BMT. A silver star is worn on the ribbon to denote successful completion of Cadet Officer School.
By regulation, this award should be presented by a group commander (or higher), the wing director of cadet programs, a state or federal official, or an elected local official.
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[edit] Neil Armstrong Achievement
The Neil Armstrong Achievement is awarded for successfully completing the specific requirements of Achievement 8 in Phase II of the Civil Air Patrol cadet program. Awarded for the second achievement of Chief Master Sergeant.
[edit] Dr. Robert H. Goddard Achievement
The Dr. Robert H. Goddard Achievement is awarded for successfully completing the specific requirements of Achievement 7 in Phase II of the Civil Air Patrol cadet program. Accompanies promotion to Cadet Chief Master Sergeant. NOTE: A silver star worn on the ribbon denotes successful completion of the Model Rocketry Badge requirements (if Mitchell Award has been earned).
[edit] General Jimmy Doolittle Achievement
The General Jimmy Doolittle Achievement is awarded for successfully completing the specific requirements of Achievement 6 in Phase II of the Civil Air Patrol cadet program. Accompanies promotion to Cadet Senior Master Sergeant.
[edit] Charles A. Lindbergh Achievement
The Charles A. Lindbergh Achievement is awarded for successfully completing the specific requirements of Achievement 5 in Phase II of the Civil Air Patrol cadet program. Accompanies promotion to the grade of Cadet Master Sergeant.
[edit] Captain Eddie Rickenbacker Achievement
The Captain Eddie Rickenbacker Achievement is awarded for successfully completing the specific requirements of Achievement 4 in Phase II of the Civil Air Patrol cadet program. Accompanies promotion to the grade of Cadet Technical Sergeant.
[edit] Wright Brothers Award
The Wright Brothers Award is awarded for successfully completing the Phase I of the Civil Air Patrol cadet program. It marks the transition of a cadet to the non-commissioned officer status in the Civil Air Patrol cadet program, and accompanies promotion to the grade of Cadet Staff Sergeant.
Prior to the creation of the Mary Feik Achievement in April 2003, the Wright Brothers award was the 3rd Achievement and accompanied promotion to the grade of Cadet Senior Airman.
[edit] Mary Feik Achievement
The Mary Feik Achievement is awarded for successfully completing the specific requirements of Achievement 3 in Phase I of the cadet program. Accompanies promotion to the grade of Cadet Senior Airman.
[edit] General H. H. "Hap" Arnold Achievement
The General H. H. "Hap" Arnold Achievement is awarded for successfully completing the specific requirements of Achievement 2 in Phase I of the cadet program. Accompanies promotion to the grade of Cadet Airman First Class.
[edit] General J. F. Curry Achievement
The General J. F. Curry Achievement is awarded for successfully completing the specific requirements of Achievement 1 in Phase I of the cadet program. Cadets must successfully complete the Physical Fitness test, Leadership chapter 1, and have participated in at least 1 moral leadership class. Accompanies promotion to the grade of Cadet Airman.
[edit] Senior Member Awards
[edit] Cadet Orientation Pilot Ribbon
Awarded to members who provide 50 cadet orientation flights. Each cadet receiving credit for the flight, may be counted toward the total of 50. A bronze clasp may be added for each additional 50 flights.
[edit] Brigadier General Chuck Yeager Award
Awarded to Senior Members for successful completion of the Aerospace Education Program for Senior Members (AEPSM).
[edit] A. Scott Crossfield Award
Awarded by National Headquarters to Senior Members who have earned the master level rating in the aerospace education specialty track and served as aerospace education officer.
[edit] Cadet Awards
[edit] Air Force Association Award to Unit Cadet of the Year
This award from the Air Force Association recognizes one outstanding cadet per unit each year.
[edit] Air Force Sergeants Association Award to Unit Cadet NCO of the Year
The "Air Force Sergeants Association Award to Outstanding CAP Cadet Noncommissioned Officer of the Year. An annual award established by the Air Force Sergeants Association to recognize the outstanding CAP cadet NCO in each squadron.
[edit] VFW Award for Unit Cadet Officer of the Year
The Veterans of Foreign Wars recognize excellence in CAP cadet officers through an annual award to the outstanding cadet officer in each CAP squadron. CAP squadron commanders may nominate one cadet officer each year for the award by submitting a nomination to the VFW detailing the cadet's accomplishments and certifying that cadet officer is in good standing academically, progressing satisfactorily in the CAP cadet program, demonstrated outstanding achievement in community service and the cadet program (aerospace and leadership). The cadet must also be of high moral character, demonstrate a high level of professionalism in appearance and action and patriotism (commander or member of color guard, drill team, etc.), actively promote Americanism, demonstrate growth potential (assumes higher levels of responsibility). A Cadet may only receive this award once.
[edit] VFW Award for Unit Cadet NCO of the Year
The VFW recognizes excellence in CAP cadet non-commissioned officers (NCO) through an annual award to the outstanding cadet NCO in each CAP squadron. CAP squadron commanders may nominate one cadet NCO each year for the award by submitting a nomination to the VFW detailing the cadet's accomplishments and certifying that cadet officer is in good standing academically, progressing satisfactorily in the CAP cadet program, demonstrated outstanding achievement in community service and the cadet program (aerospace and leadership). The cadet must also be of high moral character, demonstrate a high level of professionalism in appearance and action and patriotism (commander or member of color guard, drill team, etc.), actively promote Americanism, demonstrate growth potential (assumes higher levels of responsibility). A Cadet may only receive this award once.
[edit] Cadet Recruiter Ribbon
The Cadet Recruiter Ribbon is given to cadets who recruit two or more people into the Civil Air Patrol. For each additional two members recruited, a bronze clasp may be worn on the ribbon. Once a cadet earns five bronze clasps, they may be replaced with a silver clasp. Bronze clasps are no longer worn after a silver clasp is received. For every ten new cadets recruited after this, an additional silver clasp may be worn on the ribbon.
[edit] World War II ribbons
These ribbons were awarded to members for service as a member of the Civil Air Patrol during World War II. Members who have earned them may continue to wear them, although they are no longer awarded.
[edit] Wartime Service Ribbon
The Wartime Service Ribbon is awarded to CAP members who served during World War II in any one of several capacities. The ribbon replaces several specific World War II ribbons, which are listed below.
[edit] Anti-Submarine Coastal Patrol Ribbon
The Anti-Submarine Coastal Patrol Ribbon was awarded to members who patrolled the Atlantic coast for enemy submarine attacks during World War II. This ribbon is no longer available, but is still worn by those who have earned it.
[edit] Southern Liaison Patrol Ribbon
The Southern Liaison Patrol Ribbon was awarded to members who patrolled the southern border of the United States. This ribbon is no longer available, but is still worn by those who earned it.
[edit] Tow-Target & Tracking Ribbon
The Tow-Target & Tracking Ribbon was awarded to members who conducted reconnaissance missions for the U.S. Army Air Forces. This ribbon is no longer available, but is still worn by those who earned it.
[edit] Courier Ribbon
The Courier Ribbon was awarded to members who served as public information officers. This ribbon is no longer available, but is still worn by those who earned it.
[edit] Forest Patrol Ribbon
The Forest Patrol ribbon was awarded to members who patrolled the Northern United States border from enemy attacks. This ribbon is no longer available, but is still worn by those who earned it.
[edit] Missing Aircraft Ribbon
The Missing Aircraft Ribbon was awarded to members who served as part of the search-and-recscue team for downed aircraft within United States borders. This ribbon is no longer available, but is still worn by those who earned it.
