both dates inclusive

The Air Force Cross EIIR is awarded in recognition of gallantry in the air during non-operational missions

training duties and other non-combat aviation service requiring exceptional professionalism and bravery

nursing sisters

test flying

Air Force Cross GV Medal Category_Miniature Bars both dates inclusiveThe Air Force Cross (GV) was instituted in 1918 by King George V and awarded to officers of the Royal Air Force and other air services for acts of courage, exemplary skill and devotion to duty whilst flying, but not in active operations against an enemy. Throughout much of its history, the Air Force Cross recognised outstanding achievement and gallantry during peacetime flying duties, training operations, testing, and other non combat aviation