SECAF approves 'V' device for heroism award

Airman, Sept, 2004

RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Secretary of the Air Force Dr. James G. Roche authorized use of the "V" device, to represent valor, on Distinguished Flying Crosses awarded for heroism.

The decision will clearly distinguish and denote a DFC awarded for heroism. It allows any Reserve, Guard or active duty Airman or Air Force DFC recipient honored for heroism on or after Sept. 18, 1947, to wear the device.

The approval is effective immediately. Airmen previously awarded the DFC for heroism are also authorized to wear the device.

"There is no requirement to have a personnel office verify entitlement to wear the device," said Master Sgt. Al Salinas, chief of the recognition programs branch at the Air Force Personnel Center. "Simply put, anyone awarded the DFC for heroism is entitled to wear the device. Also, the military personnel data system will be updated later this year to reflect the DFC with valor in active duty Airmen records."

If needed, Airmen who have lost copies of their citation or order may inquire about obtaining replacements from their military personnel flight. Veterans may seek copies from the National Personnel Records Center at the following address:

National Personnel Records Center, 9700 Page Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63132.

Air Force Personnel Center

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