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Air Force Recognition Ribbon

 TheAir Force Recognition Ribbon (AFRR) is awarded to recipients selected as the overall winners of Air Force-level/Air Force functional special trophies and awards. Any recipient selected for an eligible award since 12 October 1980, when the AFRR was established, receives the ribbon. These trophies and awards can be found in the applicable AFI's listed in Attachment 4.

  The following military members wear the ribbon:

   Named individuals or members of small teams who receive Air Force-level special trophies and awards listed in this instruction.

   Named individuals or members of small teams who receive a functional Air Force-level special trophy or award managed by the functional area of responsibility and listed in this instruction.

   Named individuals or members of small teams competing in Air Force-wide competitions sponsored by a MAJCOM whose award is listed in this instruction.

Category of Award: Air Force Achievement Award

Authorized: October 10, 1980

Device(s): Oak Leaf Cluster (if applicable)

References:
AFI 36-2803, The Air Force Military Awards and Decorations Program, Page 153
AFI 36-2805, Air Force Instruction, Special Trophies and Awards, Pages 7 and 8

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