| Air Force Cross | |
|---|---|
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| Type | Military decoration for bravery |
| Awarded for | Exceptional courage, leadership, or skill in dangerous or critical situations |
| Country | South Africa |
| Presented by | the State President of South Africa (1987–1994) and the President of South Africa (1994–2003) |
| Eligibility | South African Air Force members |
| Post-nominals | CA |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Established | 1987 |
| First awarded | 1991 |
| Last awarded | 2003 |
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| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Army Cross |
| Next (lower) | Navy Cross |
The Air Force Cross, post-nominal letters CA (Crux Aeronautica), is a South African military decoration which was instituted by the Republic of South Africa in 1987. It was awarded to members of the South African Air Force for bravery. The decoration was discontinued in 2003, but backdated awards can still be made for acts of bravery during this period.[1][2]
- ^ South African Medal Website - Post-nominal Letters (Accessed 28 April 2015)
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