BY ORDER OF THE HEADQUARTERS OPERATING INSTRUCTION 36-15
SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE 23 August 2010
Personnel
Secretary of the Air Force and
Chief of Staff Recognition Program
COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY
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OPR: SAF/AA Certified by: Maj Tara R.
Valentine
Supersedes HOI 36-15, February 25, 2004 Pages: 1
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This Headquarters Operating Instruction (HOI) implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 36-28 and
describes the presentation of coins by the Secretary, Chief of Staff, Under Secretary, Vice Chief of Staff,
Assistant Vice Chief of Staff and the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force for recognition of outstanding
service and contributions to the Department of the Air Force.
SUMMARY OF REVISIONS:
This publication has been revised to allow the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force to present performance
recognition coins.
1. In accordance with AFI 36-2805, the Secretary, Chief of Staff, Under Secretary, Vice Chief of Staff, Assistant
Vice Chief of Staff and the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force may present performance recognition coins
for outstanding contributions or services rendered in furtherance of the Air Force mission. Presentation of a coin
award recognizes either continuing contributions or a single achievement.
2. The Office of the Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Air Force (SAF/AA) will provide approval
for funding all coins covered by this program for the individuals listed in the above paragraph.
WILLIAM A. DAVIDSON
Administrative Assistant
