This year's Australia Day honours list recognises 14 members of the Royal Australian Air Force named for their outstanding efforts in field of service, not to mention the Chief of Defence.

Admiral Christopher Alexander Barrie was appointed a Companion in the Order of Australia (AC) for eminent service to the Australian Defence Force as Chief of the Defence Force.
'Admiral Barrie is the consummate military professional who has successfully led the Australian Defence Force through an unprecedented period of turmoil, upheaval and operational challenges to emerge with a structure and vision which will enable it to operate effectively into the new millennium. His achievement of the highest military status of Chief of the Defence Force is testimony to 40 years of unswerving dedication, commitment and the pursuit of excellence in serving the nation of Australia.'

Air Vice-Marshal Alan William Titheridge was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for distinguished service to the Royal Australian Air Force as the Air Commander Australia and Deputy Chief of Air Force.
'Air Vice Marshal Titheridge's professional competence, leadership, authority and decisiveness are hallmarks of a highly successful career spanning more than 35 years. As Deputy Chief of Air Force he has excelled and, through his achievements, he has ensured that the Royal Australian Air Force is well placed to serve the nation in the new century.'

Wing Commander Godfrey Noel Bradford was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for exceptional service to the Royal Australian Air Force in the field of logistics in the combined, joint and single service arenas.
'Wing Commander Bradford has been involved in developing, implementing and executing operational logistic plans for the United Nations Peace Keeping Division for Operations in Somalia, Rwanda and Bosnia, as well as for the Multinational Force in East Timor. An outstanding officer who has served the Royal Australian Air Force, his community and country with enthusiasm, great professionalism and loyalty.'

Squadron Leader Kevin Charles Bruce was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for exceptional service to the Royal Australian Air Force as Training Flight Commander, Number 36 and Number 37 Squadrons, and Senior Pilot C-130J aircraft.
'Squadron Leader Bruce has made an outstanding contribution to the success of the Royal Australian Air Force's airlift effort. As Training Flight Commander, he was pivotal in meeting numerous significant challenges. As the senior pilot for the C-130J aircraft, he has been crucial to the safe and effective introduction of the aircraft into service with the Royal Australian Air Force. His enthusiasm, commitment and professional knowledge reflect great credit on himself and the Royal Australian Air Force.

Group Captain Andrew Edward Kilgour was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for exceptional service to the Australian Defence Force in the field of logistics and support.
'Group Captain Kilgour is an officer of the highest calibre who has provided exceptional service to the Australian Defence Force in a number of demanding logistics support appointments, in particular as the Officer-in-Charge of No 303 Logistics Support Flight and as Chief Staff Officer Logistics and Personnel at Headquarters Australian Theatre. His absolute professionalism and unstinting dedication reflect great credit on himself and the Australian Defence Force.'

Warrant Officer Wayne Barrie Patch was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for meritorious service to the Royal Australian Air Force in the field of aviation maintenance and logistics.
'Warrant Officer Patch's loyalty and enthusiasm, combined with his impeccable professionalism and communication skills, have resulted in a consistently outstanding level of service. His influence on logistics within the Royal Australian Air Force has been far reaching. His many accomplishments and capacity to inspire have earned him wide respect, and he continues to be an excellent role model for other airmen.'

Wing Commander Fiona Dorothy Cook was awarded the Conspicuous Service Cross (CSC) for outstanding achievement in the Australian Defence Force Movements Organisation.
'Wing Commander Cook is an exceptional officer who has displayed consistent professional excellence, initiative and outstanding achievement over a series of postings in various movements organisations. Her dedication has had a significant impact on Australian movement's organisations and on those of foreign countries. Her contributions to these organisations have resulted in substantial savings of resources, international recognition, and enhancements in the operational capability of the Australian Defence Force.'

Warrant Officer Robert John Eley was awarded the Conspicuous Service Cross (CSC) for outstanding achievement as the Australian Defence Force Academy Sergeant Major.
'Warrant Officer Eley is an exceptional airman who displayed outstanding dedication to duty during a time of great change at the Australian Defence Force Academy. Unswervingly loyal to the Australian Defence Force and with an extremely innovative approach to his duties, he devoted himself to developing and maintaining the highest standards of discipline among the staff and the cadets, and to strongly supporting reform of the Academy's military environment, as well as to ensuring the cadets' welfare. His achievements reflect great credit on himself and the Royal Australian Air Force.

Squadron Leader Andrew Noel Glover was awarded the Conspicuous Service Cross (CSC) for outstanding achievement as the commonwealth test pilot and aircraft captain on the P-3C aircraft Update Implementation Project.
'An outstanding officer who displayed superior professional performance, excellent judgement and leadership, and exceptional devotion to duty in his role as resident test pilot and aircraft captain of the AP-3C Orion prototype aircraft. Squadron Leader Glover's outstanding achievement, professional approach and dedication to the aircraft test program have been critical to the project's success, and have helped to ensure that the Royal Australian Air Force receives an effective update to it's fleet of Orion maritime patrol aircraft.'

Squadron Leader Geoffrey Harland was awarded the Conspicuous Service Cross (CSC) for outstanding achievement as an F-111 aircraft navigator and junior executive in Number 82 Wing.
'Squadron Leader Harland is an exceptional officer who has consistently achieved outstanding results over a number of years. In addition to his flying-related skills, his high professional standards, operational knowledge and unwavering dedication have seen him excel in a variety of key staff appointments. His achievements have contributed significantly to the operational effectiveness of Number 82 Wing and exemplify the finest traditions of the Royal Australian Air Force.'

Pilot Officer John William Potts was awarded the Conspicuous Service Cross (CSC) for outstanding achievement as an instructor at the Royal Australian Air Force School of Technical Training.
'An exceptional member who has displayed consistent professional excellence, initiative and leadership, and outstanding dedication to duty. Pilot Officer Potts successfully developed and implemented workplace relationships training that incorporates the principles of equity and diversity, and implemented a quality systems approach to place his unit at the forefront of endorsed training organistations.'

Flight Sergeant Christopher Allen Badman was awarded the Conspicuous Service Medal (CSM) for outstanding service in the promotion administration area within the Directorate of Personnel Airmen.
'Flight Sergeant Badman has demonstrated outstanding adaptability, innovation, dedication and organisational skills in an extraordinarily challenging situation. In a demanding and rapidly changing employment field in which he has had no previous experience, he has produced innovative and effective results to a number of significant challenges. His service reflects great credit on himself and the Royal Australian Air Force.'

Warrant Officer Edmund Joseph Mildren was awarded the Conspicuous Service Medal (CSM) for outstanding service as the Squadron Warrant Officer, Number 27 (City of Townsville) Squadron.
'Warrant Officer Mildren is an exceptional airman who has exhibited an outstanding level of dedication and devotion to duty beyond that required of a person of his rank and employment stream. Through his dedication and commitment to the personnel of Number 27 Squadron, Warrant Officer Mildren has earned himself a reputation for excellence. His service reflects great credit upon himself and the Royal Australian Air Force.'

Flight Lieutenant Reginald Wesley Mills was awarded the Conspicuous Service Medal (CSM) for outstanding service by improving data integrity in the Standard Defence Supply System.
'Flight Lieutenant Mills instigated and coordinated a program to resolve data integrity problems faced by Support Command Australia (Air Force). He consistently displayed professional excellence, initiative and inspirational dedication. His efforts corrected and prevented future corruption of data on the Australian Defence Force's very large and expensive aviation inventory, and enabled Support Command Australia (Air Force) units to manage their assets better. His outstanding professionalism and service reflect great credit on himself and the Royal Australian Air Force.'

Sergeant Gordon Parker was awarded the Conspicuous Service Medal (CSM) for outstanding service as the Senior Non-Commissioned Officer-in-Charge of the Communications Centre, Number 1 Radar Surveillance Unit.
'Sergeant Parker's outstanding service has been characterised by an extraordinary commitment to his duties while maintaining the very highest professional standards. On numerous occasions, his unstinting devotion has meant that he has single-handedly ensured the serviceability of Number 1 Radar Surveillance Unit's strategic surveillance capability. His professionalism reflects great credit on himself and the Royal Australian Air Force.