ALCOAST 033/24 - JAN 2024 ANNUAL AVIATION AWARDS SOLICITATION

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ALCOAST 033/24
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SUBJ: ANNUAL AVIATION AWARDS SOLICITATION
1. This message announces the Tri-P sponsored annual aviation
awards, which include those sponsored by the Association of Naval
Aviation (ANA), the Naval Helicopter Association (NHA), the Order
of Daedalians (OOD), the Honourable Company of Air Pilots (HCAP),
and the Coast Guard Aviation Association (CGAA). The submission
timeline follows:
     a. 20 JAN 2024 - ANA - American Legion Aviation Valor Award
     b. 20 JAN 2024 - ANA - Fleet Support/Special Missions
     c. 20 JAN 2024 - ANA - Helicopter Aviation
     d. 20 JAN 2024 - ANA - Maritime Patrol
     e. 20 JAN 2024 - ANA – RADM A.C. Read Navigator of the Year
     f. 20 JAN 2024 - ANA - Outstanding Chief Petty Officer
     g. 20 JAN 2024 - ANA - Enlisted Aviation Maintenance
     h. 20 JAN 2024 - NHA - Aircrew of the Year (Deployed)
     i. 01 FEB 2024 - NHA - Aircrew of the Year (Non-Deployed)
     j. 01 FEB 2024 - NHA - Rescue Swimmer of the Year
     k. 01 FEB 2024 - NHA - Pilot of the Year
     l. 01 FEB 2024 - NHA - Fleet Instructor Pilot of the Year
(FRS/Weapons School)
     m. 01 FEB 2024 - NHA - Training Command Pilot of the Year
     n. 01 FEB 2024 - NHA - Aircrew Instructor of the Year
(FRS/Weapons School)
     o. 01 FEB 2024 - NHA - Aircrewman of the Year
     p. 01 FEB 2024 - NHA - Maintenance Officer of the Year
     q. 01 FEB 2024 - NHA - Senior Enlisted Maintenance Person
of the Year (E6 to E9)
     r. 01 FEB 2024 - NHA - Junior Enlisted Maintenance Person
of the Year (E5 or Below)
     s. 01 FEB 2023 - NHA - NHA - Rear Admiral Tomaszeski Squadron
Commanding Officer Leadership Award
     t. 01 MAR 2024 - OOD - USCG Exceptional Aviator Award
     u. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Grand Master’s Award
     v. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Master’s Commendation
     w. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Master's Medal
     x. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Hugh Gordon-Burge Memorial Award
     y. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Prince Philip Helicopter Rescue Award
     z. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Barry Marsden Memorial Award
     aa. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Sir Barnes Wallis Medal
     bb. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Grand Master's Medal
     cc. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Brackley Memorial Trophy
     dd. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Johnston Memorial Trophy
     ee. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Sword of Honour
     ff. 01 MAY 2024 - HCAP - The Myles Bickerton Trophy
     gg. 01 JUN 2024 - CGAA - CAPT Frank A. Erickson Award
(Rotary Wing)
     hh. 01 JUN 2024 - CGAA - CDR Elmer F. Stone Award (Fixed Wing)
     ii. 01 JUN 2024 - CGAA - CAPT Marion “Gus” Shrode Aviation
Safety Award
     jj. 01 JUN 2024 - CGAA - Oliver F. Berry Aviation
Maintenance Award
     kk. 01 JUN 2024 - CGAA - CAPT William J. Kossler Aeronautical
Engineering Officer of the Year Award
     ll. 01 JUN 2024 - CGAA - Coast Guard Flight Surgeon of the Year
     mm. 01 JUN 2024 - CGAA - Coast Guard Physician Assistant of
the Year
     nn. 01 JUN 2024 - CGAA - Coast Guard Aviation
Auxiliarist of the Year
2. Below are the eligibility guidelines for each award listed above:
     a. American Legion Aviation Valor Award -ANA– Presented to a
pilot or Naval Flight Officer for a conspicuous act of valor in
flight. The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     b. Fleet Support/Special Missions –ANA- To qualify for this
award, the individual or unit must be responsible for an outstanding
combat or operational action, or technical achievement. Heroism
should be given strong consideration. The achievement should
contribute significantly to the capability or safety of that
mission. CG Aviation Special Missions such as Airborne Use of Force
or Rotary Wing Air Intercept qualify for this award. The period of
performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     c. Helicopter Aviation –ANA- To qualify for this award, the
individual or unit must be responsible for an outstanding combat or
operational action, or technical achievement. Heroism should be
given strong consideration. The achievement should contribute
significantly to the capability or safety of helicopter aviation.
The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     d. Maritime Patrol –ANA- To qualify for this award, the
individual or unit must be responsible for an outstanding combat
or operational action, or technical achievement. Heroism should
be given strong consideration. The achievement should contribute
significantly to the capability or safety of maritime patrol.
The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     e. RADM A.C. Read Navigator of the Year –ANA- To qualify for this
award, the individual must have demonstrated outstanding skills and
performance in the field of navigation while in flight or for
significant contribution to improvements of navigation training or
navigation procedures. This award is for qualified enlisted
navigators. The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     f. Outstanding Chief Petty Officer –ANA- To qualify for this
award, the individual must have worked predominantly in a naval
aviation related field. Nominees must have a record of sustained
superior performance during the competitive year. Nominees should
have distinguished themselves through one or more of the following:
          (1) Developing an idea or initiating a procedure which enabled
a task, procedure, or requirement in aviation.
          (2) Originating a design which improved operations of yellow
gear, black box, or other aviation support equipment.
          (3) Improving a method or procedure through reorganization of
personnel, redesign of working spaces, or innovation that safely
increased efficiency.
          (4) Contributing directly to measurable improvement in the
execution of the naval aviation mission, enhancing safety and
readiness in the process.
          (5) The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     g. Enlisted Aviation Maintenance -ANA- To qualify for this award,
the individual must have worked predominantly in a naval aviation
related field. Nominees must have a record of sustained superior
performance during the competitive year. Nominees should have
distinguished themselves through one or more of the following:
          (1) Developing an idea or initiating a procedure which enabled
a task, procedure, or requirement in aviation.
          (2) Originating a design which improved operations of yellow
gear, black box, or other aviation support equipment.
          (3) Improving a method or procedure through reorganization of
personnel, redesign of working spaces, or innovation that safely
increased efficiency.
          (4) Contributing directly to measurable improvement in the
execution of the naval aviation mission, enhancing safety and
readiness in the process.
          (5) The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     h. Aircrew of the Year (Deployed) -NHA- Awarded to the flight
crew which accomplished the most notable deployed helicopter mission
during the preceding year and demonstrated the most professional
airmanship and overall performance as a crew during helicopter
operations. The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     i. Aircrew of the Year (Non-Deployed) -NHA- Awarded to the flight
crew which accomplished the most notable non-deployed helicopter
mission during the preceding year and demonstrated the most
professional airmanship and overall performance as a crew during
helicopter operations. The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023
– 31 Dec 2023.
     j. Rescue Swimmer of the Year -NHA- Awarded to an enlisted rescue
swimmer who accomplished the most notable rescue mission during the
year. The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     k. Pilot of the Year -NHA- Awarded to the pilot who throughout
the year has consistently demonstrated superior aeronautical ability
and performance in his/her assigned billet. The period of
performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     l. Fleet Instructor Pilot of the Year (FRS/Weapons School) -NHA-
awarded to an FRS or weapons school pilot who has consistently
demonstrated superior aeronautical ability and performance in
his/her assigned flying billet. CG Unit Flight Examiner and
Instructor Pilot qualify for this award. The period of performance
is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     m. Training Command Pilot of the Year -NHA- Awarded to a training
command instructor pilot who has consistently demonstrated superior
aeronautical ability and performance in his/her assigned flying
billet. ATC Mobile Flight Examiner and Instructor Pilot qualify for
this award. The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     n. Aircrew Instructor of the Year (Fleet Replacement Squadron/
Weapons School) -NHA- Awarded to the enlisted aircrew instructor
who has consistently demonstrated superior aeronautical ability
and performance in their assigned flying billet. Unit or ATC Mobile
enlisted instructors and examiners qualify for this award. The
period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     o. Aircrewman of the Year -NHA- Awarded to the enlisted
aircrewman whose performance throughout the year has consistently
demonstrated superior aeronautical ability and performance in
his/her assigned billet. Period of performance, Jan 2023 –
31 Dec 2023.
     p. Maintenance Officer (MO) of the Year -NHA- Awarded to the unit
maintenance officer assigned to the unit’s maintenance department
whose dedication and effort have significantly improved his/her
command’s ability to perform its mission. CG Engineering Officers,
Assistant Engineering Officers, and Maintenance Officers qualify for
this award. The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     q. Senior Enlisted Maintenance Person of the Year (E6 to E9)
-NHA- Awarded to a Chief Petty Officer/Petty Officer First Class
assigned to a unit’s maintenance department whose dedication and
effort have significantly increased their command’s ability to
perform its mission. The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 –
31 Dec 2023.
     r. Junior Enlisted Maintenance Person of the Year (E5 or below)
-NHA- Awarded to an enlisted person assigned to a unit’s
maintenance department whose dedication and effort have
significantly increased his/her command’s ability to perform its
mission. The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     s. Rear Admiral Tomaszeski Squadron Commanding Officer Leadership
Award -NHA– Awarded to O5 unit Commanding Officer whose outstanding
leadership, ability to motivate subordinates and enforce standards
has led directly to the overall excellence of the unit. The period
of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     t. Exceptional Aviator Award (Pilot O-4 or below) -OOD- Awarded
to 0-4 or below pilot who demonstrated acts of valor as an aviator,
outstanding performance in mission accomplishment, or an
extraordinary leadership display in support of air operations.
The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     u. The Grand Master’s Award –HACAP- Awarded for an act of valor
or gallantry, at the discretion of the Grand Master. The period of
performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     v. The Master’s Commendation –HCAP- Awarded for outstanding
service in the air, at the discretion of the Master. The period of
performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     w. The Master's Medal –HCAP- Awarded to any person in aviation,
at any time, for an act or other achievement in aviation considered
worthy of the Medal as soon as the facts of the event are clear.
This is intended to be an immediate award, made at the discretion of
the Master. It is done so on the advice of the Trophies and Awards
Committee, after careful consideration and due diligence. The period
of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     x. The Hugh Gordon-Burge Memorial Award –HCAP- Awarded to a
member or members of a crew whose outstanding behavior and action
contributed to the saving of their aircraft or passengers. The
period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     y. The Prince Philip Helicopter Rescue Award –HCAP- Awarded to an
individual member of a helicopter crew, a complete crew, or the
crews of multiple helicopters, for an act of outstanding courage or
devotion to duty in the course of land or sea search and rescue
operations. The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     z. The Barry Marsden Memorial Award –HCAP- Awarded to an
individual, a complete aircraft crew, or an organization, for an
outstanding contribution to the preservation of life during a
natural disaster. The period of performance is
1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     aa. The Sir Barnes Wallis Medal –HCAP- Awarded in recognition of
an innovative and exceptional contribution to aviation. The period
of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     bb. The Grand Master's Medal –HCAP- Awarded to an individual
under the age of 30 for outstanding achievement and endeavor in
any field of aviation. Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023
     cc. The Brackley Memorial Trophy –HCAP- Awarded to an individual,
a complete aircraft crew, or an organization, for an outstanding
contribution to air transport or transport aircraft operations.
     dd. The Johnston Memorial Trophy –HCAP- Awarded for outstanding
performance in the operation of airborne or space systems, manned or
unmanned. The period of performance is 1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     ee. The Sword of Honour –HCAP- Awarded for an outstanding
contribution to General Aviation. The period of performance is
1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     ff. The Myles Bickerton Trophy –HCAP- Awarded for outstanding
flying achievement in General Aviation. The period of performance is
1 Jan 2023 – 31 Dec 2023.
     gg. CAPT Frank A. Erickson (Rotary Wing) -CGAA- This award
recognizes crews who have demonstrated exceptional aerial skill
while engaged in search and rescue operations. Nominees may be any
rotary wing aircrew who was involved in a particularly noteworthy
SAR case. To merit this award, the acts or performances must be
accomplished in a manner above that normally to be expected and must
sufficiently distinguish the entire aircrew above other aircrews
performing similar missions. COMDT (CG-711) will provide funding for
the award recipient crew to attend the annual CGAA banquet. The
period of performance is 1 Jun 2023 - 31 May 2024.
     hh. CDR Elmer F. Stone (Fixed Wing) -CGAA- This award recognizes
crews who have demonstrated exceptional aerial skill while engaged
in search and rescue operations. Nominees may be any fixed wing
aircrew who was involved in a particularly noteworthy SAR case.
To merit this award, the acts or performances must be accomplished
in a manner above that normally to be expected and must sufficiently
distinguish the entire aircrew above other aircrews performing
similar missions. COMDT (CG-711) will provide funding for the
award recipient crew to attend the annual CGAA banquet. The period
of performance is 1 Jun 2023 - 31 May 2024.
     ii. CAPT Marion “Gus” Shrode Aviation Safety Award -CGAA- This
award recognizes Coast Guard flight safety officers, or Coast Guard
flight safety departments, who demonstrate exceptional performance
or provide outstanding contributions in aviation safety. Captain
Shrode was selected as the honoree because of his actions as Chief,
Coast Guard Aviation Safety Branch from 1961 to 1964. COMDT
(CG-1K13) will provide funding for a single award recipient to
attend the annual CGAA banquet. Nominees should have distinguished
themselves through one or more of the following:
          (1) Quality of mishap reporting and analysis.
          (2) Excellence in aviation safety promotion/education,
including the demonstration of a fleet leadership role with
significant impact.
          (3) Innovative applications of operational risk management,
crew resource management, or maintenance resource management
principles.
          (4) The period of performance is 1 Jun 2023 - 31 May 2024.
     jj. Oliver F. Berry Aviation Maintenance Award -CGAA- This award
recognizes Coast Guard enlisted Aviation Maintenance Technicians who
demonstrate exceptional performance or provide outstanding
contributions in aviation maintenance. Nominees may be from any
Coast Guard aviation enlisted rating or rank, whose performance has
resulted in exceptional improvements in the Coast Guard Aviation
Maintenance Program. Consideration should be given for continuous
exemplary performance, superior technical and troubleshooting
expertise, and demonstrated strong leadership and mentoring skills.
Ideal candidates must have sustained a high level of performance
over the entire year rather than a specific event. The period of
performance is 1 Jun 2023 - 31 May 2024.
     kk. CAPT William J. Kossler Aeronautical Engineering Officer of
the Year Award -CGAA- This award recognizes the fleet or Aviation
Logistics Center (ALC) aeronautical engineer who has distinguished
themselves through accomplishments and achievements within the Coast
Guard Aeronautical Engineering community. The period of performance
is 1 Jun 2023 - 31 May 2024.
     ll. Coast Guard Flight Surgeon of the Year -CGAA- This award
recognizes Coast Guard Flight Surgeons who demonstrate exceptional
performance and provide outstanding contributions in the area
Aviation Medicine. Consideration should be given for continuous
exemplary performance in the medical care of air station members.
Ideal candidates must have sustained a high level of performance
over the entire year rather than a specific event. COMDT (CG-711)
will provide funding for the award recipient to attend the annual
CGAA banquet. The period of performance is 1 Jun 2023 - 31 May 2024.
mm. Coast Guard Physician Assistant of the year -CGAA- This award
recognizes Coast Guard Physician Assistants who demonstrate
exceptional performance or provide outstanding contributions in the
area Aviation Medicine. Consideration should be given for continuous
exemplary performance in the medical care of air station members.
Ideal candidates must have sustained a high level of performance
over the entire year rather than a specific event. COMDT (CG-711)
will provide funding for the award recipient to attend the annual
CGAA banquet. The period of performance is 1 Jun 2023 - 31 May 2024.
nn. Coast Guard Aviation Auxiliarist of the year -CGAA- This
award recognizes Coast Guard Aviation Auxiliarists that provide
superior support to the accomplishments of an air station. COMDT
(CG-711) will provide funding for the award recipient to attend the
annual CGAA banquet. The period of performance is 1 Jun 2023 -
31 May 2024.
3. Submission procedures:
     a. Association of Naval Aviation Awards – Submit nominations to
COMDT (CG-711) via email. Units must submit a one-page narrative
highlighting individual or unit achievements per Enclosure (21) to
COMNAVAIRFORINST 1650.15(series). Award citation and biographical
information are not required for submission but may be requested
from the winner’s command after announcement.
     b. Naval Helicopter Association Awards – Submit nominations to
COMDT (CG-711) via email. Nomination packages for the RADM Steven
Tomaszeski Squadron Commanding Officer Leadership Award must be
submitted by COMDT (CG-711) directly to the NHA National Awards Vice
President from Area/District Commanders. All other NHA awards will
be submitted by COMDT (CG-711) to the appropriate regional NHA
president. For specific submission criteria, including nomination
templates and regional POC contact information, reference the NHA
website at:
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https://nhea.memberclicks.net/nha-awards

     c. CAPT Marion “Gus” Shrode Aviation Safety Award – Nominations
shall be submitted to COMDT (CG-1K31) via e-mail to arrive no later
than 01 Jun 2024. The nomination memo must provide a detailed
summary of action for each SMS Pillar (i.e., Safety Policy, Safety
Risk Management, Safety Assurance, and Safety Promotion) and shall
be signed by the Commanding Officer. Nominees are limited to Coast
Guard flight safety officers or Coast Guard flight safety
departments. COMDT (CG-1K31) will review nominations and select a
single nominee for COMDT (CG-1K) approval and submission to CGAA.
     d. Oliver F. Berry Aviation Maintenance Award - Nominations
should be submitted to COMDT (CG-41). All nominations shall be
submitted electronically using the web-based survey links that
will be emailed to each air station Engineering Officer in 2024.
This electronic format should be used for both the nominations and
the command endorsements COMDT (CG-41) will review nominations and
select nominees for COMDT (CG-4) approval and submission to CGAA.
     e. CAPT William J. Kossler Aeronautical Engineering Officer of
the Year Award – Nominations should be submitted to COMDT (CG-41).
Individuals must be nominated by Commanding Officers of Air
Stations, ALC, or Asset Project Office (APO). All nominations shall
be submitted electronically using the web-based survey links that
will be emailed to Commanding Officers and Executive Officers in
2024.
     f. All other awards - Nominations should be submitted to COMDT
(CG-711) via e-mail. Nominations should be in standard memo format
with a detailed summary of action and a draft award citation as an
enclosure. Please place the award title and nominees name in the
subject line.
4. Units and individuals may be eligible for aviation related awards
sponsored by other military or professional organizations not
covered in this message. Units are encouraged to research and apply
for any such award and copy COMDT (CG-711) for visibility.
5. The POCs for the awards are:
     a. CAPT Marion "Gus" Shrode Aviation Safety Award -
COMDT (CG-1K31) LCDR Jane Peña at (202) 475-5141.
     b. Oliver F. Berry Aviation Maintenance Award –
COMDT (CG-41) Mrs. Rebecca Fisher at (202) 475-5584
     c. CAPT William J. Kossler Aeronautical Engineering Officer of
the Year Award - Mrs. Rebecca Fisher at (202) 475-5584.
     d. All other awards – COMDT (CG-711) MCPO Nick Thomas at
(202) 631-5987.
6. RADM Todd C. Wiemers, Assistant Commandant for Capability (CG-7),
sends.
7. Internet release is authorized.