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Air Force Medal (UK)

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description Air Force Medal (UK) Overview

The Air Force Medal was a British military decoration awarded to non-commissioned officers and other ranks for acts of valour, courage, or devotion to duty whilst flying, but not in active operations against the enemy, instituted in 1918.

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What kind of flying earned the British Air Force Medal?

The Air Force Medal recognized courage or devotion to duty while flying when the act was not part of active operations against an enemy. It was mainly the other-ranks counterpart to the Air Force Cross.

When was the Air Force Medal introduced?

The medal was instituted in 1918, the same year the Royal Air Force was formed. Recipients could use the post-nominal letters AFM.

Could women receive the Air Force Medal?

Yes. Eligibility was broadened beyond its original service categories, and awards were made to members of organizations such as the Women's Auxiliary Air Force for qualifying flying courage or devotion to duty.

Why is the Air Force Medal no longer awarded?

Britain ended the medal in 1993 as part of reforms that removed rank distinctions from several gallantry awards. After that change, eligible personnel could receive the Air Force Cross regardless of rank.

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