Outstanding Airman badge



The Outstanding Airman Badge is a decoration of the United States Air Force and part of the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year program jointly run by the US Air Force and Air Force Association.

The 12 Outstanding Airmen wear the Outstanding Airman badge for one year and are permanently awarded the Outstanding Airman of the Year Ribbon with the bronze service star device. They also serve on the Air Force Enlisted Council for one year.