Aug. 4, 2010 Outstanding Airman of the Year Ribbon BACKGROUNDThis ribbon was authorized by the Secretary of the Air Force on Feb. 21, 1968. CRITERIAThis ribbon is awarded to enlisted airmen nominated by the major commands (MAJCOMs), field operating agencies (FOAs), and direct reporting units (DRUs) to HQ AFPC Special Trophies and Awards Office for