Order of Aeronautical Merit

The Order of Aeronautical Merit, established by Decree-Law No. 5,961, of November 1, 1943, is intended to award:

• Air Force personnel who have rendered notable services to the country or have distinguished themselves in the exercise of their profession; and
• Civilian and military personalities, Brazilian or foreign, as well as Military Corporations and Civil Institutions, national or foreign, in recognition of the remarkable services rendered to Aeronautics.

The Insignia of the Order consists of a gold cross, enamelled in white, on which is the symbol of the Brazilian Air Force, with the reverse side featuring the nationality of its aircraft. The ribbon is made of blue silk grosgrain with five white stripes.

It is the highest honorary distinction of the Air Command. For this reason, on October 23, Aviator and Brazilian Air Force Day, it is considered the oRicial date for the bestowal of this significant Commendation.