DA Form 5778. Army Aviation Broken Wing Award

DA Form 5778, titled Army Aviation Broken Wing Award, serves as a recognition document within the Department of the Army for aviation personnel who excel in maintaining and repairing aircraft, thus preventing aviation mishaps.

The form includes sections where details about the nominee's accomplishments and contributions to aviation maintenance are recorded. It requires a description of the achievements, supporting evidence, and the signatures of authorized officials. The form may also include sections for additional comments and recommendations.

Important fields in this form encompass the description of accomplishments, evidence of aviation maintenance contributions, and the signatures of relevant officials. Accurate completion of the form is essential for recognizing and honoring aviation personnel who demonstrate excellence in aircraft maintenance.

Application Example: An aviation maintenance team successfully identifies and rectifies a potential issue in an aircraft, preventing a potential aviation mishap. The team lead completes DA Form 5778 to nominate the team for the Army Aviation Broken Wing Award, detailing their maintenance achievements and providing supporting evidence.

No additional documents are typically required to complete this form.

Related Form: DA Form 2408-13 - Aircraft Status Information Record. This form is used to record aircraft status, maintenance, and component information for aviation maintenance tracking.