The Commendation Medal is awarded to service members of the United States Air Force for sustained acts of heroism or meritorious service. Each branch of the United States Armed Forces issues its own version of the Commendation Medal, with a fifth version existing for acts of joint military service performed under the Department of Defense.
Air Force Commendation Medal
Precedence
Devices
The Air Force Commendation Medal is worn below the Aerial Achievement Medal and above the Air Force Achievement Medal.