Awards & recognition
Awards and recognition are the only "paycheck" we Auxiliarists
receive for our hard work and labors. It is only proper that we
recognize our members who have attained a hard-earned qualification,
passed their last specialty exam, or reached some other milestone
in their Auxiliary career.
And don't forget — if your monthly postcard or letter has
one or more red stars on it, we may be holding an award just like
one of these for you!
Flotilla Meeting, January 11, 2007
One Hundred Hour Club Inaugurated
Flotilla Commander Larry West presented ten members of Flotilla
10-20 with certificates naming them Charter members of the Aux
Air Station Caldwell One Hundred Hour Club. FC West thought there
should be more recognition for those members who devote a lot of
their time and energy to Operations in the Auxiliary. Any member,
who has at least 100 hours in the air, on a boat, or using a radio
for Auxiliary operation, and not as a trainee, is is eligible.
The inaugural members are: Observers: Don Arseneau, Drew Cavosi
and Leo Ward. Pilots: David Davis, Bob Jenny, Henry Uiga, Peter
W. Hecht, Darryl Laxson, Fred Simmons and Frank Tangel.
The Inaugural members of the One Hundred
Hour Club pose for the camera.
From left: Flotilla Commander Larry West, Director of Auxiliary
CDR Elizabeth Young, USCG,
Leo Ward, Frank Tangel, Peter W. Hecht, Darryl Laxson, Henry Uiga,
Drew Cavosi,
Bob Jenny and Fred Simmons. (Not pictured, Don Arseneau, David
Davis)
Flotilla New Auxiliarist Named
Another award inaugurated tonight, the Aux Air Station Caldwell
New Auxiliarist of the Year, was presented to Ken Petretti, who,
in just 16 months in the Auxiliary, has achieved two AuxAir qualifications,
gotten the Flotilla recognition in three Auxiliary publications,
and has assisted in many different areas of the Auxiliary.
Flotilla Commander's Cup
Fred Simmons was recognized tonight with the Inaugural Flotilla
Commander's Cup, presented to an Auxiliarist who supports the Flotilla
and the Auxiliary by working with the Four Cornerstones. Fred has
been a tireless worker as FSO-PS, manages to fly an incredible
number of hours, helps out with our Public Education effots, and
has planned Fellowship activities for the past two years. “It
has been a pleasure to work with Fred, and I am honored to present
the Flotilla Commander's Cup to him”, said Flotilla Commander
Larry West.
Hecht, Uiga named Aircraft Commanders
Peter Hecht, and henry Uiga were designated Aircraft Commanders in the USCG Auxiliary earlier this year. Tonight, they receivd their
wings from Director of Auxiliary, and HU-25 pilot, Commander Elizabeth Young.
Petretti designated Aircrew
Ken Petretti was presented his Aircrew wings by Director of Auxiliary Commander Elizabeth Young. Ken also received his Air Observer certificate.
Flotilla Meeting, November 10, 2005
New Co Pilot!
Peter Hecht, FSO-SR, passed his flight check, and receivd his
wings tonight for qualifying as an Auxiliary CO Pilot. Bravo Zulu!
Hecht, Pritchard designated Air Observers
Peter Hecht and Bill Pritchard received their Air Observer Certificates,
ribbons and miniature medals. Happy flying!
Sustained Service Award
Leo Ward received his second Auxiliary Sustained Service Award.
Meritorious Team Commendation 
The Coast Guard Meritorious Team Commendation was presented to
three more members of Flotilla 10-20 for their participation in
support operations during the Republican National Convention in
2004. Darryl Laxson, Leo Ward and Don Webber received their certificates
tonight.
The Coast Guard Meritorious Team Commendation was also presented
to three members of Flotilla 10-20 for their participation during
TOPOFF 3 in April of 2005. TOPOFF 3 was an exercise testing the
ability of various response units to a major terror threat. Darryl
Laxson, Fred Simmons and Frank Tangel were honored for their participation
tonight.
Annual Operations Service Award
Tom McGloin received his Annual Operations Performance Award for
2004.
Flotilla Meeting, October 13, 2004
Sustained Service Award
IPFC Bob Jenny received his sixth Auxiliary Sustained Service
Award. Fred Van der Wilt was presented with his first award.
Meritorious Team Commendation
The Coast Guard Meritorious Team Commendation was presented to
several members of Flotilla 10-20 for their participation in support
operations during the Republican National Convention in 2004.
The Commandant of the Coast Guard takes pleasure in presenting
the
COAST GUARD MERITORIOUS TEAM COMMENDATION to:
FIRST SOUTHERN REGION REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION OPERATIONS
AND SUPPORT TEAM
“For meritorious
service from 28 August 2004, to 05 September 2004, while serving
as part of the First Southern Region Reublican National Convention
Operations and Support Team.
Through your hard
work, dedication and demonstrated superb planning skills, the entire
process of preparing and delivering Auxiliary Forces to the Coast
Guard effort during the RNC was a complete success. A significant
number of divrese and complex Auxiliary missions were planned,
coordinated, and executed in a superior manner during this National
Security Special Event. More than 140 Auxiliary patrols were performed,
utilizing 70 Auxiliary Facilities and 457 Auxiliary coxswains and
crew, in this massive Coast Guard security and safety effort. In
addition to harbor patrols, First Southern Auxiliarists provided14,354
hours of critical support including communications watch standing,
dockside line handling and safety observers as well as administrative
and food service support at Activities New York, Station Sandy
Hook, Station King's Point, and Military Ocean Terminal, Bayonne.
The dedication,
pride and professionalism displayed by First Southern Region Republican
National Convention Operations and Support Team reflects great
credit upon themselves, their team, the United States COast Guard,
and the United Stated Coast Guard Auxiliary.
The Operationsl
Distinguishing Device is authorized”
For the Commandant,
J.M. FELKER
Commander, U. S. Coast Guard
Director Of Auxiliary, First Southern Region
Members reciving their certificates and ribbons were: Judi DiMaio,
Vince Iannuzzelli, Henry Uiga and Larry West. Eddie Hittinger,
Darryl Laxson, Rob Silano, Leo Ward and Don Webber will receive
theirs at a future meeting.
Annual Operations Service Award
Bob Ewing received his Annual Operations Performance Award for
2004, finally.
Flotilla Meeting, August 11, 2004
New Aircraft Commander!
Fred Simmons, FSO-PE, passed his SAR procedures flight check,
and receivd his wings tonight for qualifying as an Auxiliary Aircraft
Commander, the highest qualification for an Aviator in the Auxiliary.
Bravo Zulu!
Aircrew wings preseted!
Bing Kearsley recieved a certificate and wings tonight for designation
as an Auxiliary Aircrew crewmwmber.
The Aircrew qualification is an advanced qualification which Air
Observers can attain. There is more training in flight operations,
and aircraft oerations, and the Auxiliary Aircrew mwmber is expected
to assist the pilot in times of high workload, operating radios,
watching instruments, plotting courses, as the pilot in command
directs. Aircrew status can be attained by any qualified observer.
Air Observers who hold a current pilot certificate and current
medical can be upgraded to Aircrew quickly, as the training for
Aircrew is a subset of that a private pilot must have.
Qualifications for Aircrew include: Holding an FAA third-class
or higher medical, or physician's statement that you meet certain
medical standards (mostly the same as the FAA 3rd class
medical); successfully completing the Aircrew syllabus and approval
of a flight examiner.
Sustained Service Award
FSO-PS Fred Simmons received his second Auxiliary Sustained Service
Award. FSO-PB Henry Uiga was presented with his first award.
Vessel Safety Check Award
FSO-PV Sal Cottone received a National Award for Vessel Safety
Checks for 2004. Bravo Zulu!
Online Exams passed
Several members received certificates of completion for online
Exams. Good Mate course: Sal Cottone and Larry West. Introduction
to Marine Safety/Environmental Protection: Judi DiMaio, Larry West.
Incident Command System-100: Larry West.
Flotilla Meeting July 14, 2005
Annual Operations Service Awards
The 2005 Annual Operations Service Awards for Flotilla 10-20 members
are beginning to arrive. This month, we honored Bob Jenny, Darryl
Laxson, George Lees and Fred Simmons. Keep flying!
The Annual Service Performance Award for Operations is awarded
to a member who participates in 30 hours of air operations or 60
hours of surface operations. The award will be presented once per
year to each member who meets the qualification in that year.
Annual Education Service Award
Darryl Laxson recieved the Auxiliary Annual Service Award for
Education for 2005. This award recognizes active service in the
Auxiliary's Public Education and Member Training efforts. To receive
this award, the member must serve as instructor for 30 hours, or
Instructor's Aide for 60 hours, or a combination thereof.
10-1 Change of Watch January 15, 2005 and Division 10 meeting,
February 17, 2005
Jenny, West designated AUXOP members. 
Immediate Past Flotilla Commander (IPFC) Bob Jenny was presented
with his certificate and device at the Flotilla 10-1, Auxiliary
Air Station Lincoln Park change of watch ceremony in January of
2005. District 1 Southern Region's Director of Auxiliary, Commander
John Felker made the presentation.
Vice Flotilla Commander (VFC) Larry West received his certificate
and device from D1SR's Operations Training Officer (OTO), Chief
Warrant Officer (BOSN) Mark Ferreira at the Division 10 meeting
in February.
The AUXOP designation is made whan a member successfully completes
all six specialty courses. Because of the importance of this designation,
and in honor of the member's achievement, the Director or OTO make
every effort to present the certificate and device personally at
a regular meeting. This means they may not be presented at a Flotilla
meeting, but the member will be recognized at a significat gathering
of Auxiliarists.
Flotilla Meeting, June 9, 2005
DOT 9-11 Ribbon
Tommy Delaney was presented with his D.O.T. 9-11 ribbon award.
Congratulations and thanks.
Van der Wilt, West designated Air Observers
Fred Van der Wilt and Larry West received their Air Observer Certificates,
ribbons and miniature medals. Happy flying!
Specialty Training Certificates
Peter Hecht and Fred Van der Wilt received certificates representing
successful completion of the Auxiliary Communications (AUXCOM)
Specialty course. Also, Fred Van der Wilt recievd a certificate
for successful completion of the Auxiliary Patrols (AUXPAT) Specialty
course.
The six specialty courses — Communications, Patrols, Navigation,
Seamanship, Search & Rescue and Weather — are taken to
qualify for the Operational Auxiliarist or AUXOP designation.
Division Meeting April 28, 2005 and Flotilla Meeting, May 12,
2005
Sustained Service Award
FSO-PV Sal Cottone, Vice Iannuzzelli, and VFC Larry West all received
their second Auxiliary Sustained Service Award. FSO-PS Fred Simmons
was presented with his first award.
The Sustained Auxiliary Service Award is given to a member upon
completion of 750 hours of service, and for increments of 750 hours
thereafter.
Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation 
Don Arseneau was presented with the final 10-20 USCG meritorious
Unit Commendation for Ice Ops 2003-2004.
DOT 9-11 Ribbon
The Department of Transportation 9-11 Ribbon was presented to
eight members of Flotilla 10-20 at the Division 10 Awards Dinner
in April. The members receiving this award are: Tom Delaney, Drew
Cavosi, Vince Iannuzzelli, Tom McGloin, Graham Roberts, Mark Sherman,
Frank Tangel, and Leo Ward. Thank you all for a job well done.
The Secretary of Transportation takes pleasure in presenting the
Transportation 9-11 Ribbon for services set forth in the following:
CITATION:
“For extraordinary
service to the citizens of the United States in the wake of the
horrific terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York
City and the Pentagon in Washington, DC. Rising to the challenges
posed by both recovery from the attacks and the need for significantly
increased security throughout the many modes of the transportation
system, Department of Transportation employees made their mark
in history with acts of dedication and professionalism that had
a significant impact on millions of citizens through the entire
transportation infrastructure. Virtually overnight, they along
with many others augmented command centers, vessel traffic service
centers and other important command posts sround the country. Security
forces were rapidly augmented to reduce the vulnerability of America's
airports, harbors, borders and transportation systems. In addition,
they contributed to the coordinated distribution of critical relief
supplies, emergency personnel and equipment, helping speed the
recovery efforts in New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C.
Their dedication, pride and professionalism are in keeping with
the highest traditions of patriotism and are appreciated by a grateful
nation.”
NORMAN Y. MINETA
Secretary of Transportation
Annual Operations Service Award
Annual Operations Service Award was presented to Drew Cavosi for
putting in 30 or more hours on missions during 2004 as a qualified
Auxiliary Aviator. Keep flying!
Annual Vessel Examination/Program Visitation Service Award
Annual Vessel Examination/Program Visitation Service Award was
presented to FSO-PV Sal Cottone for completing 60 or more total
Vessel Examinations and/or Program Visitations (formerly Marine
Dealer Visits). Keep up the good work, Sal!
Division Awards
At the Division 10 Awards dinner, several awards were handed out
which do not have any ribbon to represent them, only a certificate,
and the congratulations of the assembled members. This list represents
all of these awards presented to members of Flotilla 10-20, and
presented to Flotilla 10-20 as a whole. A couple of these are impressive
achievements considering we style ourselves an Aviation Flotilla.
Keep up the good work!
- Third Place - Pilot Hours: Darryl Laxson
- First Place - Pilot Hours: Frank Tangel
- Third Place - Observer Hours: Fred Simmons
- First Place - Observer Hours: Leo Ward
- Second Place - Operations Hours: Flotilla
10-20
- The Lewis Ball Award, Third Place - VSCs: Flotilla
10-20
Two qualifications for Arseneau 
FSO-CM Don Arseneau was presented with two well-deserved and hard-earnerd
qualifications. The first is Air Observer, and the second Program
Visitor. Congratulations, Don!
Flotilla Meeting, April 14, 2005
Sustained Service Award
FSO-MS/EP Judi DiMaio received her first Auxiliary Sustained Service
Award.
The Sustained Auxiliary Service Award is given to a member upon
completion of 750 hours of service, and for increments of 750 hours
thereafter.
Rollins designated Air Observer
Roberta Rollins was on hand to receive her Air Observer Certificate,
ribbons and miniature medal. Happy flying!
Membership Service Award
FSO-VE Don Webber recieved his first Membership Service Award
for five cumulative years fof service to the United States Coast
Guard Auxiliary. Semper Paratus!
Annual Operations Service Awards
Annual Operations Service Awards arrived for Flotilla 10-20 members.
This month, we honored three members for putting in at least 30
hours on missions during 2004 as a qualified Auxiliary Aviator.
The member were: Rob Silano, Tom Delaney, and Fred Simmons. Keep
'em flying!
Flotilla Meeting, March 10, 2005
Sustained Service Award
IPFC Bob Jenny received his fifth Auxiliary Sustained Service
Award. He says that's too many, but we all know the hours Bob puts
in!
The Sustained Auxiliary Service Award is given to a member upon
completion of 750 hours of service, and for increments of 750 hours
thereafter.
Flotilla Meeting, February 10, 2005
D.O.T. 9-11 Medal
Flotilla 10-20 was proud to honor another one of our own for their
efforts in the immediate aftermath of the terrorist attack on September
11, 2001. This night, the honoree was Frank Leone.
Sustained Service Award
George Lees received his first Auxiliary Sustained Service Award.
The Sustained Auxiliary Service Award is given to a member upon
completion of 750 hours of service, and for increments of 750 hours
thereafter.
Meritorious Team Commendation 
Bob Button recieved his citation and ribbon for the Coast Guard
Meritorious Team Commendation in recognition of his participation
in Fleet Week activities during 2003.
Instructor Qualification
FSO-MS/EP Judi DiMaio received her certificate and ribbon designating
her a qualified Auxiliary instructor.
Ice Patrol Workshop, November 13, 2004
Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation
The United Satates Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation was
presented by CWO Barthel on behalf of the Commandant to members
of the District 1 Southern Region Aviation community for service
during the past season (2003-2004) on Ice Patrol flights. Members
of many flotillas recieved this commendation. From Flotilla 10-20,
the following members received this award: Don Arseneau, Tom Delaney,
Jordan Ellington, Bob Ewing, Vince Iannuzzelli, Darryl Laxson,
Tom McGloin, Graham Roberts, Mark Sherman, Frank Tangel, Henry
Uiga, Leo Ward, Don Webber, Larry West.
The Operational Distingushing Device (Silver “O”)
is authorized.
Updated 1/2/05 correcting awards from CG
Unit Commendation to CG Meritorious Unit Commendation.
Flotilla Meeting, November 11, 2004
Copilot wings presented!
As shown on the Flotillas News page, Fred Simmons, FSO-PE, receivd
his wings tonight for qualifying as an Auxiliary Copilot. Bravo
Zulu!
Specialty Training Certificates
FSO-PB Henry Uiga and FSO-CS Larry West received certificates
representing successful completion of the AUXSAR Specialty course.
Considered by many to be the most challenging of the six Specialty
courses, AUXSAR teaches how the SAR system works in the US, and
particularly the US Coast Guard.
Delaney designated Air Observer
FSO-PA Tom Delaney received his certificate, medal and ribbon
designating him an Air Observer.
West designated Program Visitor
FSO-CS received his certificate, medal and ribbon designating
him a Program Visitor (previously Marine Dealer Visitor).
Flotilla Meeting, October 9, 2004
 
D.O.T. 9-11 Medal
Darryl Laxson, past Flotilla Commander for Flotilla 10-20 was
presented the Department of Transportation's 9-11 medal for meritorious
service immediately following the tragic events of September 11,
2001. The citation reads:
The Secretary of Transportation takes pleasure in presenting the
Transportation 9-11 Medal for services set forth in the following:
CITATION:
“For meritorious
service and sacrifice in the wake of the horrific terrorist attacks
on the World Trade Center in New York City and the Pentagon in
Washington, DC. In the hours and days after the attacks, countless
humanitarian and heroic acts, as well as extraordinary devotion
to duty took place, followed by response, recovery and rebuilding.
As a shocked Nation awoke to the new and real threat of terrorism
within the borders of the United States, these dedicated professionals
rose to the challenge of establishing a dramatically heightened
security presence, positively impacting millions of citizens throughout
the entire transportation infrastructure. By their sacrifice, professionalism,
and esprit de corps, these men and women reflect great credit upon
themselves and the United States of America.”
NORMAN Y. MINETA
Secretary of Transportation
Meritorious Team Commendation
Three more 10-20 members recieved their citations and ribbons
for the Coast Guard Meritorious Team Commendation in recognition
of their participation in Fleet Week activities during 2002. VFC
Rob Silano, Vince Iannuzzelli and Tom Delaney were presented with
their certificates. Clay Wilson was also recognized with this award.
Sustained Service Awards
Three Flotilla members received the Auxiliary Sustained Service
Award. FSO-CS Larry West received his first award (at 767 Hours),
VFC Rob Silano his second (at 1,606), and Graham Roberts his fifth
(3,767 hours)!
The Sustained Auxiliary Service Award is given to a member upon
completion of 750 hours of service, and for increments of 750 hours
thereafter.
Annual Operations Service Awards
More Annual Operations Service Awards for Flotilla 10-20 members.
This month, we honored Vince Iannuzzelli (for 2003 & 2004),
George Lees ('04), Graham Roberts ('03 & '04), Mark Sherman
('03 & '04) and Frank Tangel (2004). Keep 'em flying!
Annual Education Service Award
Darryl Laxson recieved the Auxiliary Annual Service Award for
Education. This award recognizes active service in the Auxiliary's
Public Education and Member Training efforts. To receive this award,
the member must serve as instructor for 30 hours, or Instructor's
Aide for 60 hours (a combination is acceptable See AUXMAN Ch. 11)
Flotilla Meeting, August 12, 2004
Meritorious Team Commendation
Four Flotilla 10-20 members were honored by Commander Felker with
the Coast Guard Meritorious Team Commendation for their participation
in Fleet Week activities during 2002 and 2004. Darryl Laxson ('02),
Henry Uiga ('04), Don Webber ('02) and Larry West ('04) were presented
with their certificates at the meeting. Four other members have
also been so honored, but more on that when we present the award
to them.
Auxiliary Membership Service Award
Milan Matusek was presented with his certificate for completing
ten years of Auxiliary Service.
the Auxiliary Membership Service Award is presented to Auxiliarists
who complete five years of cumulative (need not be consecutive)
Auxiliary service. Additional awards are presented at five-year
intervals, and a bronze star is added to the ribbon to denote these
subsequent awards.
Annual Operations Service Awards
The Annual Operations Service Awards keep coming in for Flotilla
10-20 members. This month, we were able to honor Bob Button (for
2003), Darryl Laxson (2004) and Leo Ward (2004). Keep up the good
work!
Flotilla Dinner Meeting at the 94th Bomber Group Restaurant,
June 10, 2004
Annual Operations Service Awards
Five Flotilla 10-20 members recieved the Auxiliary Annual Service
Performance Award for Operations Service. This award is presented
to an Auxiliarist for support to Coast Guard units and missions,
including air operations. The operational “O” device
is authorized for completing 30 or more hours of airborne aviation
mission activity (there are different hour requirements, depending
on the mission area). The recipients at our June meeting were:
Darryl Laxson, George Lees, Tom McGloin, Frank Tangel, and Leo
Ward.
Two for McHugh
FSO-MA Bob McHugh received his first award for Auxiliary Sustained
Service. This award is presented to an Auxiliarist for 750 hours
of volunteer service to the Auxiliary. Bob also received his certificate
for successful completion of the AUXPAT specialty course on Patrols.
Bravo Zulu!
Left to Right: George Lees, Bob McHugh,
Frank Tangel, Darryl Laxson, Tom McGloin, Leo Ward, and FC Bob
Jenny
District Awards for Laxson, Tangel
Two District Awards finally caught up with their proper recipients
at the June 2004 meeting. Frank Tangel was presented with the Captain
James Rao award for second place in Pilot hours. Darryl Laxson
recieved his award for third place in Instructor hours. Bravo Zulu!
Left to Right: Frank Tangel, Darryl Laxson,
and FC Bob Jenny
Flotilla Meeting — May 13, 2004
Copilot wings presented!
David Davis, FSO-AN, receivd his wings tonight for qualifying
as an Auxiliary Copilot. Bravo Zulu!
Sustained Service for Sal Cottone
FSO-MV Sal Cottone received his first award for Susteined Service
to the Auxiliary. Awarded for increments of 750 hours, Sal has
vounteered over 800 hours at the time of this award.
Specialty Exam Certificates for West
FSO-CS Larry West received certificates for the completion of
AUXWEA (Weather), AUXPAT (Patrols), and AUXAPC (Administratice
Procedures). The Six Specialty exams comprise the qualification
process for the coveted AUXOP device.
Flotilla Meeting - March 11, 2004
Captain James J. Rao Award
Two Flotilla 10-20 members received the James Rao award for Most
Air Observer Hours. Darryl Laxson received the first place plaque,
and Leo Ward the second place plaque. Bravo Zulu!
Sustained Service Award for Graham Roberts
Graham
Roberts received his fourth Sustained Service award for documenting
over three thousand hours of volunteer service to the
Auxiliary.
Specialty Training Awards for Larry West
FSO-CS
Larry West received two certificates representing successful completion
of Specialty Training exams for Auxiliary Administration and Communications.
The six Specialty Training Courses: Communications (AUXCOM), Navigation
(AUXACN), Patrols (AUXPAT), SAR (AUXSAR), Seamanship (AUXSEA) and
Weather (AUXWEA), comprise the requirements for being Designated
an Operational Auxiliarist or AUXOP. After successful completion
of the six courses, the Auxiliarist will be awarded the coveted
AUXOP device.
 The
AUXMIN Administration course was a requirement prior to 2004, but
is no longer required to attain the AUXOP designation.
Many of the Specialty Courses can be studied at home. If you would
like to expand your knowledge of Auxiliary operations while working
towards AUXOP, see our Member Training Staff Officer, Darryl Laxson
for the materials. Also, watch this website for information on
classroom training for the Specialty Corses. The final exams for
the Specialty Courses must be taken in the presence of a designated
proctor.
Flotilla Meeting - February 12, 2004
Meritorious Team Award for Laxson, McGloin, Roberts, and Ward
Flotilla members Darryl Laxson, Tom McGloin,
Graham Roberts and Leo Ward were awarded the Coast Guard Auxiliary
Meritorious Team Commendation. The members were recognized for
outstanding operational service for 2002 through 2003. The Operational
("O") distinguishing device is authorized. (Corrected 25-Feb)
Click on the ribbon to read the Citation that accompanied these
awards.
Sustained Service Award for Roe, Ward and Webber
Jim Roe,
Leo Ward, and Don Webber recieved their first Auxiliary Sustained
Service Award at the Flotilla meeting held on 195th anniversary
of Abraham Lincoln's birth. The Sustained Service Award is presented
for 750 hours of service to the Auxiliary as documented in AUXDATA
through the submission of mission and activity forms.
 The
initial award consists of a certificate, miniature medal and ribbon
to be worn on the member's uniform. Further awards are given for
additional increments of 750 hours. These subsequent awards are
indicated with the addition of 3/16 inch bronze stars to the ribbon
or medal suspension ribbon. At the sixth award, the four bronze
stars are removed, and replaced with a silver star. Additional
bronze stars are then added. With the tenth award at 7,500 hours,
all star devices are removed, and replaced with a bronze hourglass.
From here on, no further star devices will be awarded. At 15,000
hours, a silver hourglass will replace the bronze, and at 25,000
hours (the equivalent of over twelve years working 40 hours per
week), a gold hourglass shall be worn.
Change of Watch - January 17, 2004
Darryl Laxson honored with ACLOC
 Darryl Laxson, along with three other Auxiliarists
was awarded the Auxiliary Commandant's Letter of Commendation for
flying in support of the Coast Guard's operations. The auxiliarists
honored were (l-r) Eric Fields (FC 10-01),
Darryl Laxson (FSO-MT, FSO-OP 10-20),
Lou Barone (10-01) and John Barteluce (FSO-FN 10-01).
Flotilla Meeting - January 8, 2004
Robert Ewing qualified as Co-Pilot
At the January Flotilla meeting, new Flotilla Commander Bob Jenny
presets Robert Ewing with his certificate and wings for qualification
as an Auxiliary Co-Pilot. Brovo Zulu!
Air Station Caldwell in top 100
for Marine Dealer Visits
While Tom McGloin looks on, Darryl Laxson accepts the certificate
awarded to Air Station Caldwell for being in the top 100 of all
Auxiliary Flotillas in Marine Dealer Visits for 2002.
And 2003 FC Frank Tangel displays the
certificate at a previous meeting.
This page will allow members who cannot attend each and every
Flotilla meeting to join the flotilla in congratulating members
who have earned recognition for their actions, accomplishments
and advancements. Qualifications and milestones will remain on
this page for up to 120 days, and significant personal awards (Auxiliary
Commandant's Letter of Commendation or higher) will remain up to
a year.
Awards are posted as published in the DIRAUX Monthly
Report, when the webmaster is advised by the FC or VFC, or
when presented at a Flotilla meeting, whichever occurs first. |
