2001
William I. Greener
Whereas, he was the first former USAF PA to serve as an Assistant Secretary of Defense,
Whereas, his dynamic leadership and example strengthened the role of military public affairs,
Whereas, he has distinguished himself in both public and private public affairs positions,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...
John T. Correll
Whereas, his editorials for Air Force Magazine persuasively champion aerospace power,
Whereas, he annually drafts the influential Air Force Association statement of policy, and
Whereas, he has distinguished himself in the field of magazine journalism,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...
Frank W. Jennings
Whereas, he coined the term "aerospace" to define the Air Force's operating environment,
Whereas, for decades his editing of the Blue Letter helped commanders speak with one voice,
Whereas, he has distinguished himself as a writer, editor, historian and author,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...

2002
H. J. "Jerry" Dalton
Whereas, he was the first career public affairs officer to become SAFPA Director, and
Whereas, he was the first career public affairs officer to attain the rank of general, and
Whereas, he distinguished himself as a Public Affairs professional in both USAF and civilian practice,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...
Chuck Lucas
Whereas, he was solely responsible for producing Air Force News Service from 1966 to 1972, and
Whereas, he initiated the position of PA advisor to the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, and
Whereas, he and his wife Mary have hosted the Outstanding Airmen and their spouses during the annual Air Force Association convention for over three decades,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...
Terry Hemeyer
Whereas, he was the first USAF public affairs officer to serve as an Air Force band conductor, and
Whereas, he initiated a media training program that is now required for all USAF general officers, and
Whereas, he distinguished himself as a superior public affairs practitioner in the USAF and industry,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...

2003
Reed Switzer
Whereas, he established enlisted resource management for the PA career field, and
Whereas, from WWII through the chaos of Vietnam he helped the Air Force speak with one voice,
Whereas, he has distinguished himself as a successful recruiting advertiser,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...
Carroll V. "CV" Glines
Whereas, he started his service as a fighter and bomber pilot,
Whereas, his dynamic leadership established the command services unit at Bolling Air Force Base,
Whereas, he has distinguished himself by penning outstanding biographies of AF leaders,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...
Keith Ferris
Whereas, his art has inspired airmen around the world,
Whereas, he has donated his talents to telling the story of the Air Force through paint,
Whereas, he has distinguished himself in the field of aerial artistry,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...

2004
Thomas C. Reed
Whereas his record of distinguished service began as a USAF 2nd Lt in 1956, and
Whereas he later served in key positions including Director of National Reconnaissance,
and as Special Assistant to the President for National Security Policy, and
Whereas in 1976 and 1977 he served as the 11th Secretary of the Air Force,
Therefore, in recognition of his years of dedicated service ...
David O. Schillerstrom
Whereas, he served with distinction as Deputy Director of SAFPA, and
Whereas, he consistently provided outstanding PA guidance to senior AF leaders, and
Whereas, he is warmly remembered for his mentoring of young USAF men and women,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...

2005
James W. Hart, Jr.
Whereas, he committed to a dual career in the private sector and the Air Force Reserve, and
Whereas, he helped earn the respect of senior USAF leaders for Reserve public affairs, and
Whereas, he helped to further integrate the active and reserve Air Force Public Affairs forces, and
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...
William T. Coleman, Jr.
Whereas, he served with distinction as a combat fighter pilot in WW II, and
Whereas, he helped shape the Air Force's role at the dawn of the space age, and
Whereas, his leadership and encouragement enhanced the careers of scores of junior officers, and
Whereas, as Chief of Public Information, he provided superior counsel to AF leaders for five years,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...

2006
Willis L. "Bill" Helmantoler
Whereas, his 700 WWII combat flying hours bears testimony to his courage and patriotism, and
Whereas, his public affairs expertise consistently earned him the respect of senior leaders, and
Whereas, his exemplary service at the White House Press Office and the Paris Peace talks proved
that skilled USAF PA professionals could be successful at the highest government levels,
Therefore, in recognition of his many outstanding contributions ...
Betty Jane Williams
Whereas, her service as a test pilot during World War II testifies to her courage and patriotism, and
Whereas, her creativity while assigned to the 1354th Video Production Squadron during the
Korean War brought great credit to herself and USAF public affairs, and
Whereas, she has been an untiring proponent of military aviation for more than 60 years, and
Whereas, she is a recent inductee into the Women In Aviation International Pioneer Hall of Fame,
Therefore, in recognition of her many accomplishments ...

2007
Linda A. Arnold
Whereas she served with distinction as a leader and teacher of Military Broadcasting, and
Where as she skillfully managed and guided Air Force Broadcasting resources worldwide, and
Whereas her dynamic leadership brought access to broadcast news and entertainment
to military personnel around the clock and around the world,
Therefore, in recognition of her many outstanding contributions ...
Larry McCracken
Whereas he served with distinction with Air Force and Department of Defense Public Affairs, and
Whereas he provided meaningful counsel to Air Force and DoD leaders as well as junior officers, and
Where as he continued to shape our future Air Force at the highest levels of the private sector,
Therefore, in recognition of his service and dedication ...

2008
Richard F. Abel
Whereas, he served with distinction in a succession of key Public Affairs posts, and
Whereas, his advice and counsel consistently earned him the respect of senior military leaders, and
Whereas, he played a major role in the return of American prisoners from North Vietnam, and
Whereas, he has further distinguished himself by his efforts to foster integrity and courage in leadership,
Therefore, in recognition of his many outstanding contributions ...
Charles H. Powers
Whereas, he served with distinction in many key USAF PA assignments, both active and reserve, and
Whereas, he distinguished himself as a Public Affairs professional in both government and civilian practice, and
Whereas, his close ties with SAFPA leaders materially increased active force awareness of this Association,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...
David E. Smith
Whereas, since its inception, he has demonstrated uncommon commitment and service to this Association, and
Whereas, he has exhibited extraordinarily skillful leadership in important PA assignments, and
Whereas, he continues to contribute tirelessly to the success of Air Force Public Affairs,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...

2009
David J. Shea
Whereas, he is widely recognized as an innovator in military and civilian public relations, and
Whereas, he spearheaded significant award-winning Air Force Public Affairs programs, and
Whereas, he has proactively helped nuture and support this Association from its inception, and
Whereas, he has been a mentor and role model for those who served under his leadership, and
Whereas, as co-author of an insightful media relations handbook he continues to help others succeed,
Therefore, in recognition of his many accomplishments ...
Michael G. Caldwell
Whereas, he has exhibited skillful leadership in difficult times at the highest levels of Air Force Public Affairs, and
Whereas, he has successfully managed a shrinking PA career field while maintaining crtical deployments, and
Whereas, has worked tirelessly to insure the future success of the United States Air Force, and
Whereas, despite his many other commitments, he has consistently given unwavering support to this Association,
Therefore, in recognition of his superior accomplishments ...