Order of Aeronautical Merit (Brazil)
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TypeState Order
Awarded forDistinguished service and exceptional contributions to the Brazilian Air Force.
Country
Brazil
BrazilPresented byBrazilian Air Force
| Order of Aeronautical Merit | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Type | State Order |
| Awarded for | Distinguished service and exceptional contributions to the Brazilian Air Force. |
| Country | Brazil |
| Presented by | Brazilian Air Force |
| Established | 1 November 1943 |
The Order of Aeronautical Merit (Portuguese: Ordem do Mérito Aeronáutico) is an award of the Brazilian Air Force, established on 1 November 1943 by President Getúlio Vargas. The order is presented in five grades and recognizes distinguished service and exceptional contributions to the Brazilian Air Force.[1]
The order is awarded in the following grades:[2]
Grand Cross (Grã-Cruz)
Grand Officer (Grande Oficial)
Commander (Comendador)
Officer (Oficial)
Knight (Cavaleiro)
