Air Force Medal GVI Orders The Military and civilian awards

The Military and civilian awards are distinguished by a white stripe down the centre of the Military award

Like his contemporary

Operational Service Medal Afghanistan or OSM Afghanistan

the Air Force Medal served as the equivalent decoration for non-commissioned personnel

Originally issued in silver to all ranks

Air Force Medal GVI Orders The Military and civilian awardsThe Air Force Medal (AFM) GVI was awarded to non commissioned members of the Royal Air Force and other qualifying Commonwealth air forces in recognition of courage, exceptional skill and devotion to duty whilst flying on non operational service. Instituted in 1918 alongside the Air Force Cross, the Air Force Medal served as the equivalent decoration for non commissioned personnel, recognising acts of bravery and outstanding airmanship outside active