84WG awarded unit citation

Acting Wing Commander Trenton Breeze and Wing Commander George Kollios receive the citation from PM John Howard. The wording of the citation is reproduced left.

No. 84 Wing Detachment's continuous engagement in air refuelling combat support operations, from the middle of March until the end of September 2002, made a significant contribution to the effectiveness of coalition operations in the global war against terrorism.

Their outstanding aviation skills, ground support and dedication to duty earned the highest praise and respect of Australian and Coalition leaders and military commanders.
The provision of air refuelling support missions during Operation SLIPPER by No. 84 Wing Detachment was instrumental in the success of the coalition force in this operation.

The exceptional command, aviation and ground support skills of the men and women of No. 84 Wing Detachment Manas were in the finest traditions of the Royal Australian Air Force and the Australian Defence Force.

Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Force

 

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