Excellence In All We Do is one of the AF’s Core Values. The AF recognizes individuals who demonstrate excellence and you can earn awards such as medals, ribbons, certificates of recognition, the right to compete for Honor Graduate recognition, an extra day of town pass or running with the group commander during the Airman’s Run.
Medals and Ribbons
The National Defense Service Medal was established by President Eisenhower to recognize honorable service during a time of war or national emergency. All personnel on active duty after 11 September 2001 are authorized the award of the National Defense Service Medal
The BMT Honor Graduate Ribbon is based on the whole-person concept including academics, performance, leadership, teamwork and conduct. Up to 10% of weekly graduates may be designated as Honor Graduates. Earning the title of Honor Graduate is reserved for the “Best of the Best.” In order to be eligible to compete for this award you must receive the following:
- You must receive a satisfactory grade on all of the following trainee performance areas: RLA, Drill Movements, Reporting Procedures, Rank Recognition, Rendering Courtesies, M16 Trainer Weapon, Dress and Appearance, FEST, Principles of First Aid and CVRs
- Your RLA evaluation is based solely on item failures and points. The fewer item failures you receive, the more points you will be awarded
- Participate in CBRN, CATM and BEAST
- Receive a score of 90% or higher on the EOC Test
- Attain a minimum fitness composite score of 90% or higher on the final PT evaluation
The Small Arms Marksmanship Ribbon is awarded to all US Air Force service members who qualify as “expert” in small-arms marksmanship with the M16 rifle.
The Air Force Training Ribbon was authorized by the Chief of Staff, AF on 12 October 1980. It is awarded to US Air Force service members upon completion of initial accession training after 14 August 1974.
Other Awards
Performing your best with PT has important health and welfare benefits. To stress the importance of fitness and help you strive to improve your fitness level, BMT recognizes the following PT accomplishments:
Top PT Male/Female
Final Fitness Evaluation:
- Fitness composite score
- Fastest run time in BMT week group Waist circumference
- Sit-ups/push-ups
Recognition:
- Sunday town pass and fitness award
- The top PT performers in BMT earn the privilege of running with the group commander at the front of the Airman’s Run formation
Top PT Flight Male/Female
Final Fitness Evaluation:
- Overall flight fastest average run time in BMT week group
Recognition:
- Sunday town pass
Warhawk
Final Fitness Evaluation:
- AF Fitness Assessment “100”
Recognition:
- Sunday town pass and BMT fitness certificate
Thunderbolt
Final Fitness Evaluation:
- AF Fitness Assessment “90-99”
Recognition:
- BMT fitness certificate
Summary
You have firsthand experience of how challenging it is to attend numerous lectures and improve your knowledge in so many areas. Do not let this process and amount of information overwhelm you; instead make a plan, apply the tools discussed in this lesson and use your time wisely.
If you do your best, you can be proud of your accomplishments and some of you may also be recognized by receiving various types of awards.