§ 578.89 - Air Assault Badge.  


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  • (a) Basic eligibility criteria. The basic eligibility criteria consist of satisfactory completion of—

    (1) An air assault training course according to the TRADOC standardized Air Assault Core Program of Instruction.

    (2) The standard Air Assault Course while assigned or attached to 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) since April 1, 1974.

    (b) Badge approval authority. Badge approval authority is as follows:

    (1) Commanders of divisions and separate brigades.

    (2) The Commander, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault).

    (c) Description. An oxidized silver badge 3/4 inch in height and 117/32 inches in width, consisting of a helicopter, frontal view, superimposed upon a pair of stylized wings displayed and curving. The wings suggest flight and together with the helicopter symbolize individual skills and qualifications in assault landings utilizing the helicopter.